DeTomaso Mailing List: September 97, Message #93
     



From: "Rick in Ca." <rwgushue@gte.net>

Subject: Re: I almost have a clutch again

Date: Tue, 02 Sep 1997 23:04:01 -0700



JDeRyke@aol.com wrote:

> 

> 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





  I may be way off here but 1/16 is .063, maybe you mean .120 - .160

instead of .012-.016 if you say using 1/16 'is less'

Unfortunely I have about .026 disc air gap. Does the SS aftermarket

clutch slave increase pedal effort ? And can I get a decent gap with 

this ? I have checked, measured everything and still get only .024-.026.

Checked a price list from PPC dated 6-97 and the stock slave is $75 but

the adjustable SS one is $150. I bought an oem here in CA for $68 last

year.



Rick in Ca.

Splitting hairs, not transmissions.

Keep that Mad Dog away from me ! :^)



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