Clutch service has begun...a few notes and ?s

[Bank of SHO]

I've begun work on the clutch replacement. Construction of the engine support based on Scott's plans went well. Instead of using 2x4s in the rear support, I used 2x6s and made the cuts deeper and at at the 85 degree angle. It's not pretty like Scott's, but it looks to be fine.

I am not comfortable with the bracket I found for the rear support(couldn't find one like Scott used), so I will probably use chain all the way down to the lower lifting hole. As far as the upper holes go, the left bolt is just about impossible to remove(can't get a wrench on it). It holds the wire bracket and metal tube. The upper right hole was radically cross-threaded by the clowns (professionals my ass) who did previous clutch work. The bolt goes in about one third of the way at quite an angle. I imagine I will find more things along the way which will make me angry.

While removing the y-pipe, one of the manifold studs unscrewed in one piece. All of the studs are bent to a degree, something I noticed when installing the PP y-pipe a few months ago. Score another accomplishment for the "professionals".

So should I replace all of the studs? Is this something that can be done outside of a shop?

More to come I'm sure...

 

[projectSHO89]

The studs are easy to replace provided you can get the old ones out without breaking them. You can buy replacements at AutoZone or NAPA.

Be sure to use antisieze when putting them back together.

Steve

 

[sdpatt]

What procedure are you following for this service? Have I provided my clutch procdure to you? If you enter your email into your profile or send me a personal email ([email protected]) I will send you the detailed procedure.

 

[Bank of SHO]

Thanks for the info. Scott, I'm using the SHO Nut video and work sheet. I didn't know you had a procedure for distribution. I would love to have yours. I'll e-mail you right away. Thanks.