Hi,
I've just collected my already built (unfinished) MK Indy with 2.0 Pinto with a Type 9 box.
Having not built the kit myself I am unsure how easy / hard it is to replace the clutch on this setup.
Have any of you with a similar setup any tips as to the easiest / quickest procedure to replace the clutch.
Thanks in advance.
The only way to do it is to remove the engine,as the box wont come out with the motor in place.
Ive got to pull the zetec out of my indy next week to change the box.
Andy
whip the engine out (without gearbox)
undo the 6 bolts holding on the clutch casing
take it off and remove drive plate.
put in new drive plate and replace new pressure plate, making sure all is lined up
do up casing bolts to correct torque,
job done!
drop the engine back in and away you go!
[Edited on 18/4/10 by omega0684]
The hardest part is getting the engne out.
doing a clutch on a Pinto is easy peasy
Engine and gearbox out, split the box off, replace clutch, reverse procedure
You can disconnect the engine from the box and move it forward enough to change the clutch on my locost. If you have a hoist its easy enough to pull the engine out and have the pleasure of doing it rather than struggling with it in situ.
Christ on a bike, that was some fast response.
MEGA THANKS for the info.
Hi,
I was told (and the guy was a real gent so I have no reason whatsoever to doubt him).
That when it was built a new clutch was fitted (not by him). But it as always been inoperative, any idea as to the likelihood that it will be a
simple fix without the need to buy new?
The whole thing was built circa 5 years ago and as never moved since.
If youve never done one before I would advise you buy a clutch aligning tool to ensure it is correctly centred.
The locost way is a bar and insulation tape followed by a good eye
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Originally posted by austin man
If youve never done one before I would advise you buy a clutch aligning tool to ensure it is correctly centred.
The locost way is a bar and insulation tape followed by a good eye
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Originally posted by Tipster69
Hi,
I was told (and the guy was a real gent so I have no reason whatsoever to doubt him).
That when it was built a new clutch was fitted (not by him). But it as always been inoperative, any idea as to the likelihood that it will be a simple fix without the need to buy new?
The whole thing was built circa 5 years ago and as never moved since.
I remove the rad fit engine lift put a rope around the bell housing too hold the gear box up / unbolt the engine + starter and remove the engine .
Fit new clutch etc then re-fit in reverse
30 mins jobs a goodun
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Originally posted by omega0684
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might be worth checking the pressure plate, thrust bearing and clutch arm
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Originally posted by jacko
I remove the rad fit engine lift put a rope around the bell housing too hold the gear box up / unbolt the engine + starter and remove the engine .
Fit new clutch etc then re-fit in reverse
30 mins jobs a goodun
quote:
Originally posted by omega0684
whip the engine out (without gearbox)
quote:
Originally posted by Tipster69
That when it was built a new clutch was fitted (not by him). But it as always been inoperative,
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Originally posted by dogwood
When you say "inoperative"
What exactly do you mean.
Does the pedal feel right?
Is it that the clutch wont engage,
or wont disingage?
Worth having a good look before taking it all out, might just be stuck. Has the car stood around a long time ? I'd jack it up and have a look where the release arm goes in whilst getting someone to push the pedal. you should be able to see whats happening.
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Originally posted by zetec mike
Worth having a good look before taking it all out, might just be stuck. Has the car stood around a long time ? I'd jack it up and have a look where the release arm goes in whilst getting someone to push the pedal. you should be able to see whats happening.
The friction plate may be stuck to the flywheel or fitted the wrong way round. You'll have to take it out to find out either way unless you raise the back end and run it then press the clutch while the wheels are spinning and brake hard which may unstick it.
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Originally posted by Peteff
The friction plate may be stuck to the flywheel or fitted the wrong way round. You'll have to take it out to find out either way unless you raise the back end and run it then press the clutch while the wheels are spinning and brake hard which may unstick it.