Is it possible to fix a leaking clutch slave cylinder?

Is it possible to fix a leaking clutch slave cylinder?

NOTE : AS STATED ABOVE, THIS IS BY NO MEANS A GUARANTEED FIX, BUT MAY HELP TO KEEP CAR RUNNING WHILE WAITING FOR REPLACEMENT CYLINDER TO ARRIVE.

Why does oil leak out of clutch push rod?

Oil will leak out of the seal if the seal is seated too far in; blocking off this hole. The exposed face of the clutch push rod seal must be installed “flush” with the face of the seal opening.

Do you need to replace a clutch release Seal?

Eventually though, I knew that I needed to replace the clutch push rod seal, clutch push rod, and a worn clutch release mechanism. And, I figured that if I was going to take the time to replace the clutch push rod oil seal, I might as well replace the countershaft seal, and the sprocket spacer o-ring, while I was right there.

How to replace clutch push rod and countershaft seal?

2- Pull the clutch push rod out of the motor. 3- Squirt a little high quality grease through the push rod hole in the seal. 4- Reassemble everything. It worked! Eventually though, I knew that I needed to replace the clutch push rod seal, clutch push rod, and a worn clutch release mechanism.

How to fit new clutch seals and remove slave cylinder?

Fit the new valve seal to the valve stem, then fit the spacer and spring retainer to the valve stem; Fit the seal to the piston (cup towards spring), then the spring assembly to the piston; Remove the valve seal at the inner end of the assembly and prise off the old piston seal. Gently push the retainer prong down to lock it.

Oil will leak out of the seal if the seal is seated too far in; blocking off this hole. The exposed face of the clutch push rod seal must be installed “flush” with the face of the seal opening.

How do you remove a slave cylinder from a Marina Ital?

On some old classics, including a Marina Ital, disconnect the hydraulic pipe and unscrew the slave cylinder (towards the release lever) until the flat on its shoulder faces the clutch housing. Press the pushrod into the cylinder until it clears the release lever, then lift the rod out sideways.

What should I do if my Clutch seals are damaged?

Keep them in a clean container. Wash the cylinder with methylated spirit or clean hydraulic fluid. Dry it with a lint-free cloth and examine the bore for corrosion, pitting or scratching. If there is any damage, buy a new cylinder.

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