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11-03-2007, 09:06 PM
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Location: Saskatoon, SK
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clutch adjustment
Need to stop the throwout bearing from spinning all the time, one way I can do this is just to hook my foot under the clutch pedal and pull the pedal up a bit and it will stop.
Is there any way to fix this, perhaps get a stronger spring under the dash that can pull the pedal all the way back to the top? |
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11-04-2007, 09:24 AM
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On a budget like Fred Sanford
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Re: clutch adjustment
You should have a return spring going from the clutch fork to somewhere on the frame that keeps the bearing off the pressure plate when the clutch is engaged.
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11-04-2007, 10:06 AM
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Robert Olson Transport
 
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Re: clutch adjustment
its a heavy spring under the dash that brings the clutch pedal to its normal position when not engaged. the springs can rot and get weak.. they are available aftermarket from HELP i think thats where i got mine on the 76 i had its been a couple of years
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11-04-2007, 11:30 AM
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Re: clutch adjustment
This may help with adjustment
 Disconnect the return spring at the clutch fork. Rotate the clutch lever and shaft assembly until the clutch pedal is firmly against the rubber bumper on the brake pedal bracket. Push the outer end of the clutch fork rearward until the throwout bearing lightly contacts the pressure plate levers. Loosen the locknut and adjust the rod length so that the swivel slips freely into the gauge hole. Increase the rod length until all lash is removed. Remove the swivel from the gauge hole. Insert the swivel in the lower hole in the lever. Install two washers and the cotter pin. Tighten the locknut, being careful not to change the rod length. Reinstall the spring and check the pedal free travel. It should be 1 3⁄8 –1 5⁄8 in. - Dave
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11-04-2007, 03:37 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Saskatoon, SK
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Re: clutch adjustment
Thanks for the explanation, I will definitely check the adjustment again but I think I've got it set properly but it's good to know how to do it properly! I don't think there's enough adjustment to bring the pedal right back to the top though. I think the spring under the dash on the pedal itself has just become very weak.
I'll go check the HELP section at the parts store right now |
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