29-08-2018, 09:35 PM
Hi All,
Quick update on this as we've now fixed the problem! It turns out the issue was that the mating surface between the flywheel and clutch which runs perpendicular to the flywheel face was the cause of the issue. The surfaces mate so closely that a tiny amount of surface corrosion had built up preventing the clutch action from moving. I presume this is because it's impossible for the clutch to move 100% straight with the springs and levers all being variables, so that slight bit of unevenness caused the clutch to seize and a very slight angle.
To fix the issue, we gave both surfaces a very good rub down to a shiny finish, and applied a very thin layer of firm grease to the face. The clutch instantly felt far easier to fit and the action is now perfectly free!
Thanks again for everyone's guidance! Hope this helps someone in the future.
Quick update on this as we've now fixed the problem! It turns out the issue was that the mating surface between the flywheel and clutch which runs perpendicular to the flywheel face was the cause of the issue. The surfaces mate so closely that a tiny amount of surface corrosion had built up preventing the clutch action from moving. I presume this is because it's impossible for the clutch to move 100% straight with the springs and levers all being variables, so that slight bit of unevenness caused the clutch to seize and a very slight angle.
To fix the issue, we gave both surfaces a very good rub down to a shiny finish, and applied a very thin layer of firm grease to the face. The clutch instantly felt far easier to fit and the action is now perfectly free!
Thanks again for everyone's guidance! Hope this helps someone in the future.