Thanks for the details
Ira Erbs
Digs 4 Solutions
Computer Consultants
Portland, OR
On Nov 15, 2010 4:02 PM, "S and T Miller" <stmiller96@hotmail.com> wrote:
>
> I have also done it with the engine in the car. Put it high on jack
stands, then you can sit on the floor through the gearbox opening to install
(drill, attach seal spring, etc.). A dirty job it the car isn't a clean one.
Also be careful not to drill to far into the block/ main cap, you CAN drill
into the oil galley on the rear main cap!
> After you re-install the clutch take a 2 by 4 across the gearbox opening
and hold a screw driver that just touches the surface where the throw out
bearing contacts. Turn over the engine and make sure the surface doesn't
wobble and is true. If it isn't, you need to adjust it. If it isn't true and
you leave it that way, you will have clutch judder- ask me how I know.
>
> The Millers
> "British Car Nuts"
>
> 1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299
>
> 1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219
>
> 1964 MGB 40841
>
> 1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351
>
> "Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
drive."
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