Glen,
Sorry to here about the problem. One thing that has been bothering me about the
5-speed that I still need to address, is the fact, that the TO bearing doesn't
completely disengage itself from the clutch when there is no pressure on the
pedal. I am planning to install a clutch fork return spring to be sure that
the
TO bearing will disengage completely and stop spinning when not in use.
- Bryan
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>POOP!! I got into the bugeye after lunch, tried to shift into reverse and
>the clutch made nasty grindy crunchy noises.
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>Now I'm back at work, sweaty from the bike ride and hoping I have time
>tonight to pop the motor out and see what's up. Bet a nickel its the used
>throwout bearing I got from the 5-speed donor car. I figured to keep costs
>down, and that it would last until this winter when I plan a major
>maintenance. Mea culpa, mea culpa, mea maxima culpa! With a little luck it
>will be back together by Saturday evening so I can drive it to the last MM
>swap meet Sunday.
>
>Regards,
>Glen Byrns
>'59 bugeye
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