RE: Clutch Replacement Questions?

From: Bernd D. Ratsch (bernd@texas.net)
Date: Mon Oct 22 2001 - 18:13:03 EDT


One word: Centerforce :)

You'll have to remove the transmission and driveshaft to do it properly
since you should resurface the flywheel (so that you don't mess up a
perfectly new clutch disc).

- Bernd

-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net] On Behalf Of Wisotzkey, Rich
Sent: Monday, October 22, 2001 1:32 PM
To: 'dakota-truck@buffnet.net'
Subject: DML: Clutch Replacement Questions?

I think I'm going to attempt replacing the clutch in my NV3500. I've
never done a clutch before, so I'm looking for advice from anyone who
has replaced one. Here are a couple questions I have.

1. Does the transmission need to be removed, or can it just be slid
back and tilted down to do the replacement? I guess this would be as
good a place as any to ask just how heavy that sucker is too?

2. Is there a decent throw-out bearing available that doesn't sound
like a can of loose ball-bearings? I'm thinking about purchasing a
Centerforce clutch. If they have a decent bearing to go along with the
clutch, I'll just get theirs.

3. I suppose its a good idea to replace the pressure plate along with
the clutch. Would this be correct?

4. I also suppose its a good idea to resurface the flywheel also.
Would this also be correct?

I'm open to any suggestions or recommendations. Like I said, this is
the first clutch replacement I will be attempting.

Thanks,
Rich - Ashburn, VA



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