DeTomaso Mailing List: September 97, Message #52
     



From: JDeRyke@aol.com

Subject: Re: I almost have a clutch again

Date: Tue, 2 Sep 1997 14:31:22 -0400 (EDT)



In 1983, Ted Mitchell wrote a Tech Info article for P.I. on clutch

adjustment, quote -Pg 5: 

"Adjust the screw for the proper gap (between the adj. screw & the bracket).

The manual calls for .012-.016". I use less, about 1/16''. This gap, when

pulled closed by the spring, takes the throwout bearing off the clutch so it

won't wear out, so a small amount is enough, but BEWARE: (normal) clutch wear

makes this gap smaller, so you must check it regularly if you use a small

gap....I hope you have more (free air gap- flywheel to clutch plate) than

some I've measured (.026" or so). If you don't have at least this much,

something is very wrong...."

Better get better batteries for your 'research' tool, Mike. J DeRyke



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