Belgian1979vette
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I had to replace my clutch but I seem to have some problems with getting it setup properly and especially the combination of release bearing free play and play in the clutch when disengaged.
The clutch in question is a Mcleod Prostreet clutch. I'm using one of their steel flywheels and a Lakewood scatter shield with block plate.
Before you question : yes I used and adjustable pivot in the bellhousing that I set to compensate for the flywheel and block plate.
The clutch fork sits at the correct angle when the release bearing is against the clutch (which is almost straight but slightly towards the transmission).
Mcleod calls for clutch 0.050" free play when disengaged and my Corvette workshop manual says to install the clutch with about .400" free play for the release bearing. When I do this the clutch will not disengage properly. When I set it less to between 1/6 and 1/4" I can get the proper air gap at the cluthc when fully disengaged, but I find it a little too close for comfort.
I'm at the end of my wits here. Any ideas ?
The clutch in question is a Mcleod Prostreet clutch. I'm using one of their steel flywheels and a Lakewood scatter shield with block plate.
Before you question : yes I used and adjustable pivot in the bellhousing that I set to compensate for the flywheel and block plate.
The clutch fork sits at the correct angle when the release bearing is against the clutch (which is almost straight but slightly towards the transmission).
Mcleod calls for clutch 0.050" free play when disengaged and my Corvette workshop manual says to install the clutch with about .400" free play for the release bearing. When I do this the clutch will not disengage properly. When I set it less to between 1/6 and 1/4" I can get the proper air gap at the cluthc when fully disengaged, but I find it a little too close for comfort.
I'm at the end of my wits here. Any ideas ?