Clutch pivot arm (?) anchored to block? is that normal? how do I get it out?
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Clutch pivot arm (?) anchored to block? is that normal? how do I get it out?
My '74 coupe has a T400 to 4 speed swap.
The clutch arm thingy is anchored/ screwed? into the block.
Is that the way it was done on factory cars?
I am swapping the motor for a 454 how to I disconnect the arm? and do I need to drill the big block to set it back up?
Does anyone know what I am talking about?
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The clutch arm thingy is anchored/ screwed? into the block.
Is that the way it was done on factory cars?
I am swapping the motor for a 454 how to I disconnect the arm? and do I need to drill the big block to set it back up?
Does anyone know what I am talking about?
Thanks
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Re: Clutch pivot arm (?) anchored to block? is that normal? how do I get it out? (Evan Ginsberg)
Yes, the clutch bell-crank is mounted to a ballstud which is screwed into the block. The other end is mounted to the frame bracket by another ballstud sandwiched between two nylon seats retained by internal ring clip. The engine-side pivot is designed to float laterally, to allow for engine movement and chassis flex.
To remove, unhook both linkage rods by removing the clips and springs. Then simply loosen the nut on the frame bracket side to disengage the retaining washer tab and slide the bar out.
The new block 'should' have provisions to accept the same ballstud.
:thumbs:
To remove, unhook both linkage rods by removing the clips and springs. Then simply loosen the nut on the frame bracket side to disengage the retaining washer tab and slide the bar out.
The new block 'should' have provisions to accept the same ballstud.
:thumbs:
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Re: Clutch pivot arm (Turbo-Jet)
Yes, the clutch bell-crank is mounted to a ballstud which is screwed into the block. The other end is mounted to the frame bracket by another ballstud sandwiched between two nylon seats retained by internal ring clip. The engine-side pivot is designed to float laterally, to allow for engine movement and chassis flex.
To remove, unhook both linkage rods by removing the clips and springs. Then simply loosen the nut on the frame bracket side to disengage the retaining washer tab and slide the bar out.
The new block 'should' have provisions to accept the same ballstud.
:thumbs:
To remove, unhook both linkage rods by removing the clips and springs. Then simply loosen the nut on the frame bracket side to disengage the retaining washer tab and slide the bar out.
The new block 'should' have provisions to accept the same ballstud.
:thumbs:
You may want to check the BB to make sure it has the ball stud provision. Some of the newer generation of crate motors (if thats what your getting) don't have it. I think it can be machined into a block that dosen't have it though.
John
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Re: Clutch pivot arm (Turbo-Jet)
Thanks You guys are a great help.
I was stressin.
Is there a pic in the assembly manual?
I'll check tonight after work
Thanks
I was stressin.
Is there a pic in the assembly manual?
I'll check tonight after work
Thanks