Re: Refitting clutch on '79 Spitfire.

[Joe Curry <curry@wolfenet.com>]

Michael Holmes wrote:

>  I've replaced the clutch plates and am now trying to refit the
> bellhousing and gear box back onto the engine.  I've used a dowell as a
> centering tool for the driven plate.  I can't seem to get the splines of
> the shaft into the splined opening in the clutch plate.  Any
> suggestions?  Most appreciated.  My e-mail is above.
> Thanks again.
>

Mike,
Sometimes dowells aren't the proper tool to align the clutch.  All the
places that sell clutches also sell a plastic alignment tool that is
excellent for the job.  But the best tool is a pilot shaft out of an old
transmission.

Joe Curry.