Broken Z bar (clutch cross shaft)--replace or fix?
07-13-2003, 08:36 PM
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Broken Z bar (clutch cross shaft)--replace or fix?
This weekend I discovered that my z bar (clutch cross shaft) is broken. The only replacement I have been able to find is at Ecklers for about $115. Do you know if there is any other alternatives to replace this? What about having the z bar welded?
Thanks.
Thanks.
07-13-2003, 09:45 PM
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Re: Broken Z bar (clutch cross shaft)--replace or fix? (georgec)
I would have it welded. If you grind a taper and fill it with weld it can be as strong as new. You could grind the weld flat and no one would know it was repaired. Good Luck, Craig :seeya
07-13-2003, 10:43 PM
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Re: Broken Z bar (clutch cross shaft)--replace or fix? (georgec)
georgec,
I have a brand new one here $45+UPS (under $10). If your interested e-mail direct!! redvetracr@msn.com
I have a brand new one here $45+UPS (under $10). If your interested e-mail direct!! redvetracr@msn.com
07-14-2003, 01:25 AM
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Re: Broken Z bar (clutch cross shaft)--replace or fix? (georgec)
Now listen carefully and watch the swinging watch... What you want is a Turbo 400... what you NEED is a Turbo 400... what you need is MY Turbo 400... send me your muncie, I'll send you my Turbo 400... No, you don't have to thank me... ;)
Just kidding... I'm just jealous that you have a manual tranny and I don't. But just wait, it's high on the list (and I do have an M20 in the garage now).
Anybody know if a Hurst Shifter out of a 70 El Camino will work in the Vette?
Just kidding... I'm just jealous that you have a manual tranny and I don't. But just wait, it's high on the list (and I do have an M20 in the garage now).
Anybody know if a Hurst Shifter out of a 70 El Camino will work in the Vette?
07-14-2003, 04:30 PM
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Re: Broken Z bar (clutch cross shaft)--replace or fix? (georgec)
It really shouldn't cost much to have it welded. That's what I would do.
BB73, the shifter will work but the rods and mounting bracket are probably wrong for a Corvette. You can buy all of that from Hurst so it shouldn't be a big deal to get the parts.
[Modified by burners, 3:34 PM 7/14/2003]
BB73, the shifter will work but the rods and mounting bracket are probably wrong for a Corvette. You can buy all of that from Hurst so it shouldn't be a big deal to get the parts.
[Modified by burners, 3:34 PM 7/14/2003]
07-14-2003, 04:42 PM
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Re: Broken Z bar (clutch cross shaft)--replace or fix? (georgec)
Any idea what caused it? If your linkage is anything like mine it is worn pretty well at all pivot points. I used a thin washer at a few points to move the connecting point over a little so it rides on a non worn part of the shafts.
07-15-2003, 01:21 AM
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Re: Broken Z bar (clutch cross shaft)--replace or fix? (georgec)
Mine broke right after I installed a heavier clutch. If you ask me, the factory weld looks kind of poor. Being 30 years old didn't help either.
I took mine to a local shop to get welded. Later, when I stoped back in to pick it up, the welder added gussets (triangular pieces) on both inside corners.
Now, it's better than stock.
I took mine to a local shop to get welded. Later, when I stoped back in to pick it up, the welder added gussets (triangular pieces) on both inside corners.
Now, it's better than stock.
