Why does my Clutch cylinder keep going squishy?
The reason is, the clutch slave body will rust internally. It’s hard to scrub off the rust and maintain roundness inside the cylinder. Chances of it leaking again are pretty high. But if your old cylinder has no rust, you can just clean things up and throw new parts at it for about 20% the price of a whole new slave cylinder.
What kind of wrench do I need for Miata clutch?
There’s one hard line (most Miatas have a curly-q line that’s also attached to the engine) that will require a flare nut wrench. The stock line is 10mm. Sharka has the 949Racing stainless braided clutch line that eliminates the curly-q. This one takes an 11mm wrench.
What kind of clutch line does Sharka 949racing use?
The stock line is 10mm. Sharka has the 949Racing stainless braided clutch line that eliminates the curly-q. This one takes an 11mm wrench. Do yourself a favor and remove or at least loosen the hard line before you completely remove the slave cyl from the engine.
Where is the disengagement rod in a manual clutch?
MANUAL CLUTCHES. Most clutches have the disengagement mechanism in the center of the clutch. Some activate it from the clutch cover and some use a rod going through the mainshaft of the transmission. This rod is activated by a cam or worm on one end of the rod, pushing the rod against the spring plate, releasing the clutch.
What kind of clutch rod do I Need?
Manual Transmission, Clutch Rod Kit, Clip and Spring, 1955-1957 Chevrolet, Passenger Car, Sold as a Kit Need It Sooner?
Why does the clutch cover stick to the kick starter?
Remember, most engines have a flat metal shim on the kick starter shaft. Lots of times it will stick to the clutch cover when you pull it off. Make sure you put it back on the kick starter. After everything is finished and the clutch cover back on, don’t forget to refill the engine with oil.
Where can I get a 1955 Chevy clutch rod kit?
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