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| Mcraneiowa |
 Aug 16 2020, 01:15 PM
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I’m sure this has been covered before but I was not able to find what exactly was of help. I read in one post I should have about 1/8” of up/down travel on the cable to suggest proper tension. I have adjusted it in and out and everywhere in between to no avail. With the engine running I am not able to put the car into either first or reverse without grinding. I do not see any movement of the clutch housing inside of the tunnel, so I don’t think that is the issue. I have a brand new cable installed and other than trying to get the car to move,, this is far as the cable has been used. I can see the arm pulling in and out on the transaxle as well when depressing the clutch. Anyone have an idea of what I am missing here. Looking for suggestions.
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| Mcraneiowa |
Aug 19 2020, 05:15 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 82 Joined: 16-June 20 From: IA Member No.: 24,387 Region Association: None |
I finally resolved my issue. I believe since this car sat for 4-5 years prior to purchasing it, the clutch had rusted to the fly wheel... how I remedied it, I jacked the cars rear wheels about 2” off the ground, put the car in 5th gear, with clutch pedal depressed started the car, wheel were turning so I slowly would press on the brakes let clutch out, depress and eventually I noticed I when I let the clutch out the wheels were no longer turning unless I let the clutch pedal back out. I now need to properly adjust the cable to get to where the pedal feels right. Will work on the adjustment later today.
I appreciate everyone’s comments and suggestions. I know when others comment, there is concern and commodore amount fellow enthusiasts. Thanks all. |
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Mcraneiowa Clutch cable adjustment Aug 16 2020, 01:15 PM
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I’m sure this has been covered before but I was... Aug 16 2020, 01:21 PM Mcraneiowa I am not able to get into either 2nd or 5th. I ha... Aug 16 2020, 01:32 PM
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