How about the condition of the clevis pin and pushrod between the pedal and
the MC? If these are ovalized they will use up a lot of your clutch travel.
Also, I don't remember which midgets, but some of them had adjustable length
pushrods on the slave, perhaps it is adjusted too short or is the wrong one?
The condition of the clutch material shouldn't noticeably affect pedal
operation.
James Nazarian
71 MGB Tourer
71 MGBGT V8
85 Dodge Ram
----- Original Message -----
From: "Ben Bouchard" <benjamb@comcast.net>
To: <mgs@autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, June 13, 2003 1:01 PM
Subject: Midget Clutch Bleed
> In my 76 Midget the clutch pedal is only effective the last 15-20% of
> travel. When pulling away from a stop, I get engagement almost as soon as
> the pedal moves from the floor. I don't think the clutch itself is worn
out
> or at least I want to explore all options before digging into the clutch
> itself.
>
>
>
> The slave cylinder is 2 years old. The master cylinder was original so I
> have replaced it with a duplicate from Moss. I also replaced the red hose
> (also original) between the cylinders in case it was expanding under
> pressure. I am concerned that I still have air in the system. I have bled
> the system twice and not found any noticeable bubbles in the clear tube I
> attached the outlet.
>
>
>
> Is there any special technique to bleeding the clutch system (as opposed
to
> brakes)? Does anyone recommend using a vacuum bleed pump?
>
>
>
> Thanks, Ben
>
> 76 Midget - owned since '79
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