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Re: Clutch replacement

To: John Fredrikson <jtfred@on134th.com>
Subject: Re: Clutch replacement
From: Art Pfenninger <ch155@FreeNet.Buffalo.EDU>
Date: Wed, 13 May 1998 13:19:45 -0400 (EDT)
        Depending on the condition of the engine you may want to replace
the oil leaking gaskets and possibly the bearings.
...Art

On Wed, 13 May 1998, John Fredrikson wrote:

> Hi all.
> 
> Well, after leaving the "B" in storage all last summer it's time to get it 
>back
> on the road. I know I'm up to the routine jobs associated with getting it up
> and running again after an extended time in storage but I do have a question.
> 
> When it was put in storage a year and a half ago, the clutch was just starting
> to slip on hard acceleration. It will probably need to be replaced some time
> this year. The question is weather this is a job I want to attempt myself or
> would it be worth having a professional do? I have called a local shop that
> gave an estimate of $650. That seems a bit high.
> 
> Can anyone give me any insight in replacing a clutch on a '72 MGB? What all is
> involved? What else should be replaced when the motor is pulled? What are some
> things to watch out for while doing the job?
> 
> Thanks in advance for any advice,
> 
> John Fredrikson
> Minneapolis, MN
> '72 MGB
> 
> 


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