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clutch problem finally figured out

To: alpines@autox.team.net, tigers@autox.team.net
Subject: clutch problem finally figured out
From: "Tim Beloney" <65_s5v6@prontomail.com>
Date: Fri, 1 Sep 2000 14:30:49 -0700
The clutch problem was a result of a faulty "banjo" fitting from McCloud, 
resulting in a serious 
fluid leak.  Apparently the ones I got were recalled over a year ago, just my 
luck.  They 
were used on a lot of the early 90's T5 gearboxes.  FYI these are clear o-rings 
and the new 
ones are blue.  I am told by McCloud that if you have a T5 you should go out 
and at least 
pump the clutch a few times every week and a half or so to keep the seals in 
good condition - 
if you are not driving the car.  

The replacements should be here Tuesday.  After that about 20 minutes of labor 
should have 
her back on the road again.

It's always nice and frustrating at the same time to hear it was something 
really simple (cost 
$20!).

Next week I willpost newer pics of the car 100% ready to go again.  Remember, 
the car is for 
sale, in awesome shape, and I will obviously tell you anything you want to know 
about it.


Tim


Tim Beloney
- 1965 Series 5 V6 (my 2nd wife)
- 2000 A6 4.2 (my concubine)
- 1999 Ellsworth Truth (my mtn bike!)
- 1999 Bianchi Giro (my road bike!)
 


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