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Re: Datsun/Midget Clutch Problem

To: David Riker <davriker@pacbell.net>
Subject: Re: Datsun/Midget Clutch Problem
Date: Mon, 23 May 2005 09:06:39 -0400
Cc: spridgets@autox.team.net
References: <001901c55f44$cced8460$6400a8c0@dave>
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When I had a similar problem with my 72 and Riverside setup, I had to
adjust the pushrod to have a little free play because it would overdrive
the clutch. The effect felt the same as if the clutch had not released.

chuck


David Riker wrote:

>I'm about out of ideas.  I have a 1275 with a Datsun 5 speed.  New flywheel,
>new clutch, new pressure plate, new MG 1098 slave cylinder, new 1275/1500
>master cylinder, new nylon clutch hose, no play in clevis pin at top.
>Adjusted length of pushrod to release arm so throw out bearing contacts
>pressure plate fingers but is not applying pressure.
>
>Clutch does not completely disingage.  Same problem before all above items
>were replaced.  No air in system, new fluid, no slop or play in any part of
>system.. Is it possible the release arm is bending???





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