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[TR] 1972 Triumph TR6 clutch master cylinder update

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Subject: [TR] 1972 Triumph TR6 clutch master cylinder update
From: thenicholls@verizon.net
Date: Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:37:38 -0600 (CST)
I had written to the list a few months ago.  After replacement of the clutch 
master cylinder on my 1972 Triumph TR6, after being correctly bled, with the 
bar in the central hole as documented, the gear box would not go into gear.
 
After placing it in the top hole, everything was fine.  I drove it that way the 
rest of the summer.
 
I am aware that this clutch is on its last leg, it was in the car when 
purchased from the original owner over 6 years ago.  I really don't want to 
drop the cash to replace it until it is dead.
 
Some on the list stated that having the bar located in the top hole was just 
asking for trouble.
 
So, my fix and question.  I have purchased an adjustable push rod from TRF part 
number HP655.  My plan is to remove the existing bar, measure it, and adjust 
the new one to that length.  Then, after installation into the middle hole, use 
the screw adjustment to increase the throw until the gears shift correctly.
 
Two questions:
1.)   Anyone have any comment on this approach?
2.)  How does the bar go into the slave cylinder?  Does it just pull out and 
you push the new one in?  I have looked at the manual and see no exploded 
picture of the slave.
 
I have an old slave that was replaced so I can pull of the rubber front and 
look inside, but I figured the list would be easier.
 
Thanks for your time.
 
Craig H. Nicholls
72 Triumph TR6
Vienna, VA

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