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72c10lover16 · 05-03-2011, 02:13 AM

I was wondering what is the easiest way to replace the throwout bearing. Can you do it without taking the transmission out completely? If you have pictures of the process i would love to see them. thanks

72freak · 05-03-2011, 03:32 AM

You will have to slide the trans back far enough to get the bearing off the shaft...6-8 inches. drive shaft removal, starter removal, possible exhaust issues, trans mounts....so...yes..pretty much have to remove the trans...you just dont have to take it out.

dznucks · 05-03-2011, 08:31 AM

72freak is right. If you do go to all the trouble of replacing it, i would go ahead and replace the entire clutch....depending on how old it is.

72c10lover16 · 05-03-2011, 08:35 AM

Thats what I figured but just out of curiousity does anyone make a Hydralic throw out bearing set up for these old 4 speeds?

Old Yeller 1970 · 05-03-2011, 09:24 AM

Hydraulic throwout bearings were available when I rebuilt Old Yeller. I didn't get one though. That was 5 years ago. I'm sure they're still on the market.

*stich626* · 05-03-2011, 09:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72c10lover16

Thats what I figured but just out of curiousity does anyone make a Hydralic throw out bearing set up for these old 4 speeds?

yes

72c10lover16 · 05-03-2011, 02:42 PM

who makes them?

fastwillie 696969 · 05-03-2011, 03:41 PM

why do a half ass job pop it out and inspect the flywheel and clutch pak see if theres any springs loose or broken ,i would resuface the flywheel and install new kit ,the throwbearing goes out most likey the clutch wear is uneven ,dont forget to change the pilot bearing too

Tx Firefighter · 05-03-2011, 06:03 PM

You don't have to touch the starter, trans mounts or anything like that to swap a TO bearing. Remove the trans and there it is.

TobyArnot · 05-03-2011, 10:09 PM

Where there's a will, there's a way. Years ago I bought two (2) 1/2-13 x 12" long hex bolts. Cut the heads off and grind a healthy screwdriver slot in the new end. Remove the top two bolts from the trans, replace them with the long studs and remove the rest of the bolts. Assuming that everything else is out of the way, you can slide the trans straight back enough to remove the t/o bearing. Yes, you should check all the other parts (see above), but this will get it done without having to physically lifting the trans.

Good Luck !

Flint70step · 05-03-2011, 10:47 PM

Slick idea putting the trans on studs like that.

72c10lover16 · 05-04-2011, 01:18 AM

i wasnt planning on doing a half ass job. I was planning on buying the whole clutch kit but was also wondering if there was anyone who made a hydraulic throw out bearing kit for these trucks and if so who makes them.

05-03-2011, 02:13 AM	#1
72c10lover16 Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Laramie, Wyoming Posts: 93	what is the easiest way to replace the throwout bearing for the clutch? I was wondering what is the easiest way to replace the throwout bearing. Can you do it without taking the transmission out completely? If you have pictures of the process i would love to see them. thanks __________________ 68 swb 4x4 327 4 speed

05-03-2011, 03:32 AM	#2
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: what is the easiest way to replace the throwout bearing for the clutch? You will have to slide the trans back far enough to get the bearing off the shaft...6-8 inches. drive shaft removal, starter removal, possible exhaust issues, trans mounts....so...yes..pretty much have to remove the trans...you just dont have to take it out. __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere! Last edited by 72freak; 05-03-2011 at 03:32 AM.

05-03-2011, 08:31 AM	#3
dznucks Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Smyrna, Ga Posts: 1,647	Re: what is the easiest way to replace the throwout bearing for the clutch? 72freak is right. If you do go to all the trouble of replacing it, i would go ahead and replace the entire clutch....depending on how old it is.

05-03-2011, 08:35 AM	#4
72c10lover16 Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Laramie, Wyoming Posts: 93	Re: what is the easiest way to replace the throwout bearing for the clutch? Thats what I figured but just out of curiousity does anyone make a Hydralic throw out bearing set up for these old 4 speeds? __________________ 68 swb 4x4 327 4 speed

05-03-2011, 09:24 AM	#5
Old Yeller 1970 DON'T TREAD ON ME Join Date: May 2005 Location: Crosby County, TX Posts: 989	Re: what is the easiest way to replace the throwout bearing for the clutch? Hydraulic throwout bearings were available when I rebuilt Old Yeller. I didn't get one though. That was 5 years ago. I'm sure they're still on the market. __________________ Old Yeller

05-03-2011, 02:42 PM	#7
72c10lover16 Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Laramie, Wyoming Posts: 93	Re: what is the easiest way to replace the throwout bearing for the clutch? who makes them? __________________ 68 swb 4x4 327 4 speed

05-03-2011, 03:41 PM	#8
fastwillie 696969 ~Rest In Peace~ Join Date: May 2005 Location: CALIFORNIA NOR CAL Posts: 9,707	Re: what is the easiest way to replace the throwout bearing for the clutch? why do a half ass job pop it out and inspect the flywheel and clutch pak see if theres any springs loose or broken ,i would resuface the flywheel and install new kit ,the throwbearing goes out most likey the clutch wear is uneven ,dont forget to change the pilot bearing too __________________ is it fast ? it has a lighting bolt donut? B___H please, I can remove 90% of your so called "beauty" with a kleenex

05-03-2011, 06:03 PM	#9
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: what is the easiest way to replace the throwout bearing for the clutch? You don't have to touch the starter, trans mounts or anything like that to swap a TO bearing. Remove the trans and there it is. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

05-03-2011, 10:09 PM	#10
TobyArnot Quit if it's not FUN!!! Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Indian Trail, N.C, Posts: 864	Re: what is the easiest way to replace the throwout bearing for the clutch? Where there's a will, there's a way. Years ago I bought two (2) 1/2-13 x 12" long hex bolts. Cut the heads off and grind a healthy screwdriver slot in the new end. Remove the top two bolts from the trans, replace them with the long studs and remove the rest of the bolts. Assuming that everything else is out of the way, you can slide the trans straight back enough to remove the t/o bearing. Yes, you should check all the other parts (see above), but this will get it done without having to physically lifting the trans. Good Luck !

05-03-2011, 10:47 PM	#11
Flint70step Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Lake Travis,Texas Posts: 586	Re: what is the easiest way to replace the throwout bearing for the clutch? Slick idea putting the trans on studs like that.

05-04-2011, 01:18 AM	#12
72c10lover16 Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Laramie, Wyoming Posts: 93	Re: what is the easiest way to replace the throwout bearing for the clutch? i wasnt planning on doing a half ass job. I was planning on buying the whole clutch kit but was also wondering if there was anyone who made a hydraulic throw out bearing kit for these trucks and if so who makes them. __________________ 68 swb 4x4 327 4 speed



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