There was a discussion about this just a month or so ago. Yes, you CAN
replace the clutch without pulling the engine out. You have to
disconnect the drivetrain, the transmission, slide it back, then lower
the rear of the engine enough to unbolt the bellhousing. It comes apart
like a clamshell and it's not pretty but I've done it once and I've seen
the Jennings boys do it a couple times. There's a million details I
don't remember. Since I now have a good 2 ton crane and plenty of jacks
I just prefer to drop the engine/tranny out of the bottom.
Bugz
-----Original Message-----
From: mcdangerous@verizon.net
Sent: Wednesday, May 26, 2010 2:54 PM
To: tigers@autox.team.net
Subject: [Tigers] 289 Dipstick (and 260 clutch) Questions
Hi all. I'm just wrapping everything up before installing the Mk2 289
engine and HEH-CF transmission into my Mk1A. The car is still untouched
with its original engine and transmission, being driven in its original
configuration. The clutch is beginning to slip a bit, which would be the
impetus to just install the 289 setup because I understand there are no
adjustments for the 260 clutch and the engine has to be dropped to
replace the clutch. THIS IS TRUE, RIGHT? Please let me know if the
clutch can be worked on with the engine in the car (and what exactly is
involved to do that). I will appreciate ANY advice re.
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