[TR] TR3 Clutch not releasing

[Bob Labuz]

Bill,

The clutch disc may be stuck to the flywheel. I have this problem on my 
TR6 after a long winter nap.
In order to free the disc from its stuck condition, I put the 
transmission in 4th gear and with my left leg, rock the car back and 
forth while depressing the clutch with my right. Works every time.

Wouldnt hurt to give it a try.

The only thing else I can think of is that the fork pin is broken. That 
will require transmission removal.

Bob


On 10/30/2013 12:57 PM, wbeech at flash.net wrote:
> Dear Valued List,
>   
> Drove and parked the TR3A two weeks ago, fun drive, no problems or unusual
> sounds.  Got in yesterday and the clutch will not release.
>   
> Pedal feels about 10% softer than usual, slave cylinder is operating the
> release arm but no disengagement.  New Disk/PPplate/TO bearing just 6 months
> ago, all have performed as expected until today.
>   
> Any suggestions are always appreciated.
>   
> Thanks,
> Bill
>   
> Bill Beecher
> '58 TR3A TS/30766L "Tarbaby"
> '62 TR3B TCF/2549L " Aunt B" (in rehab)
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