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68 B clutch r&r up-date
A few weeks ago, the throw out bearing exited stage left. I ordered replacement parts from Moss. I opted for the engine only route - the feedback was about 50/50 on that question. I proceded to remove the radiator and unhook any "attachments" Then removed all mounting bolts. After that the engine came out and revealed that yes indeed the TOB was history. The new pressure plate and clutch disk were very different from the parts that came out. A few questions on the forum determined the new parts should be good to go. The installation was the opposite of the extraction. Mating the engine and trans was not difficult or fiddlesome except for doing it single handed. I gave myself two restrictions - NO "mightaswells" ANYWHERE and it would take as long as it takes. :laugh: I was successful on both fronts!!
It's been back together now for 3 days and I've been driving it every day to and from "the classic car shop near my work" in case I found an unknown problem I missed! :wink: A clean bill of health thus far.
I have noticed some unexpect changes. The engine seems to rev easier. It also starts easier and warms up quicker, needing less choke in the morning. Driving is different too. The release action is pretty much the same, with the engage/release point about 1/2 way through the pedal motion. There is a lot less vibration under power and it feels smoother on the highway. And perhaps most unexpected is I seem to have a higher comfortable top speed on the highway - 70-75 at less RPM than before?
All in all a very favorable outcome!
A few weeks ago, the throw out bearing exited stage left. I ordered replacement parts from Moss. I opted for the engine only route - the feedback was about 50/50 on that question. I proceded to remove the radiator and unhook any "attachments" Then removed all mounting bolts. After that the engine came out and revealed that yes indeed the TOB was history. The new pressure plate and clutch disk were very different from the parts that came out. A few questions on the forum determined the new parts should be good to go. The installation was the opposite of the extraction. Mating the engine and trans was not difficult or fiddlesome except for doing it single handed. I gave myself two restrictions - NO "mightaswells" ANYWHERE and it would take as long as it takes. :laugh: I was successful on both fronts!!
It's been back together now for 3 days and I've been driving it every day to and from "the classic car shop near my work" in case I found an unknown problem I missed! :wink: A clean bill of health thus far.
I have noticed some unexpect changes. The engine seems to rev easier. It also starts easier and warms up quicker, needing less choke in the morning. Driving is different too. The release action is pretty much the same, with the engage/release point about 1/2 way through the pedal motion. There is a lot less vibration under power and it feels smoother on the highway. And perhaps most unexpected is I seem to have a higher comfortable top speed on the highway - 70-75 at less RPM than before?
All in all a very favorable outcome!
PJ