I am planning on putting a 5 speed 2000 tranny in my 1600.
Is this a straight swap (other than cutting a hole in the tunnel)anything
else that needs to be changed?
>From: Fred_Katz@ci.sf.ca.us
>Reply-To: Fred_Katz@ci.sf.ca.us
>To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net, Robert.Long@CSDInc.com
>Subject: Re: Tranny Update & Questions
>Date: Mon, 21 Aug 2000 14:08:17 -0700
>
>Robert,
>
>It's always a good idea to remove the clutch hardware and check it over
>while the engine is out. Measure the thickness of the clutch plate to see
>whether it is too thin to re-use. If it's down to the rivets then
>definitely toss it. Check the tangs on the pressure plate. If the metal
>tangs are gouged from the throwout bearing, then definitely toss the
>pressure plate. The surface of a good pressure plate should be smooth and
>not riddled with imperfections or gouges. Likewise for the flywheel.
>
>You might as well replace the thowout bearing. And even if the flywheel
>looks good, clean the pilot bearing at the center of the flywheel and check
>it for wear, then regrease it if okay. Keep in mind that if you remove the
>flywheel, you should always install new bolts on the flywheel. Invest in a
>clutch pilot tool to center the clutch assembly on the engine; these tools
>are cheap and make installation a breeze. And be specific when ordering
>parts, as the bolts are different between models and years. Also, some
>people recommend moving up to the stronger 2000 pressure plate rather than
>replacing with the 1600. That's a personal preference item. I prefer using
>the lighter 1600 pressure plate as it's easier on the foot in heavy traffic
>conditions.
>
>Most people recommend replacing the clutch while the engine is out because
>of the relative low cost of the parts versus the hassle of pulling the
>engine. But if the clutch is in near new condition I would keep it.
>
>Fred "katman"
>BADROC
>
>
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> >Subject: Tranny Update & Questions
> >Author: Robert.Long@CSDInc.com
> >Date: 8/21/2000 2:05 PM
> >
> >Greetings,
> >
> >I'm into uncharted territory here!!!
> >
> >I've helped friends pull their engines, but I've never done it myself,
> >that is until this past weekend. I borrowed a friend's engine hoist &
> >engine stand, and popped out the engine/tranny all by myself, actually
> >went pretty smoothly.
> >
> >A few questions for the list:
> >
> >I followed the step-by-step instructions from the FAQ on Gordon's Garage
> >(Very Helpful). I didn't have a ground from the Starter and I didn't
> >have a ground strap. Can someone point me to a picture of these? Or
> >describe where each attach?
> >
> >Is it a given to replace the Clutch, Pressure Plate, & Throwout bearing?
> >If not, how do I know whether or not each needs to be replaced?
> >
> >Should I do anything to the flywheel?
> >
> >Next up, dealing with the broken tranny. Thanks for everyone's help
> >- Robert - 67.5 1600 - Abq
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