28-08-2023, 10:37 PM
Hi,
Whilst I have my engine and gearbox out I'd like to see if I can increase the clutch disengagement to avoid the annoying crunch when engaging 1st gear.
It's a 3-speed gearbox and I think the problem is primarily wear in the operating mechanism and on the thrust race housing where the toggles rest.
I've previously fitted new toggles and repaired the slots in the clutch cover where the the fulcrum of the toggles rest so I don't think that's is the issue.
The thrust race housing has previously had three additional slots machined in it but even these are now quite worn and I've read that, at one time, you could get a thin, hardened steel, thrust washer which sat in the housing under the toggle ends to eliminate the wear and give more clutch disengagement.
Does anyone know if these were effective and if they're still available as I can't find ant recent reference to their use?
John.
Whilst I have my engine and gearbox out I'd like to see if I can increase the clutch disengagement to avoid the annoying crunch when engaging 1st gear.
It's a 3-speed gearbox and I think the problem is primarily wear in the operating mechanism and on the thrust race housing where the toggles rest.
I've previously fitted new toggles and repaired the slots in the clutch cover where the the fulcrum of the toggles rest so I don't think that's is the issue.
The thrust race housing has previously had three additional slots machined in it but even these are now quite worn and I've read that, at one time, you could get a thin, hardened steel, thrust washer which sat in the housing under the toggle ends to eliminate the wear and give more clutch disengagement.
Does anyone know if these were effective and if they're still available as I can't find ant recent reference to their use?
John.