I'm currently in the process of replacing the master and slave cylinders on my 1965 D100. It so far seems pretty straight forward. Are there any pratfalls I should be aware of? For instance, the reproduction service manual I have indicates the clutch pedal spring should be removed.
Is it really necessary to do so?
Hydraulic clutch parts replacement
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Re: Hydraulic clutch parts replacement
No it is not necessary to remove the pedal. That just cretes unneeded work. You might have to remove rod to Clutch MC. Thats one pivot boltPickupPete65 wrote: ↑Thu Aug 03, 2023 11:06 amI'm currently in the process of replacing the master and slave cylinders on my 1965 D100. It so far seems pretty straight forward. Are there any pratfalls I should be aware of? For instance, the reproduction service manual I have indicates the clutch pedal spring should be removed.
Is it really necessary to do so?
My truck is younger than me.
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Re: Hydraulic clutch parts replacement
I had a clutch pedal that frequently didn't fully return. When I pulled the pedal, I found that it needed lubrication. While it was out, I put a zerk on it.dodgeboykim wrote: ↑Thu Aug 03, 2023 11:55 am[No it is not necessary to remove the pedal. That just cretes unneeded work. You might have to remove rod to Clutch MC. Thats one pivot bolt
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Re: Hydraulic clutch parts replacement
The monster over-center spring on the pedal under the dash does NOT have to be removed. The return spring on the slave does.PickupPete65 wrote: ↑Thu Aug 03, 2023 11:06 amI'm currently in the process of replacing the master and slave cylinders on my 1965 D100. It so far seems pretty straight forward. Are there any pratfalls I should be aware of? For instance, the reproduction service manual I have indicates the clutch pedal spring should be removed.
Is it really necessary to do so?
It is extremely wise to obtain stainless lined replacement cylinders from John Geidl as well as to convert the system to DOT 5 fluid. (unless you like doing this job every few yrs)
Re: Hydraulic clutch parts replacement
or flush your clutch and brake fluid every two years
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Re: Hydraulic clutch parts replacement
And the brakes as well. And it makes an expensive flush with the hassle of disposal.
One more reason for DOT-5.
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'67 W200 383 NP435 4.10 w overload springs, Dana 60, PTO winch & flatbed dump, racks, crane, c-air (Max)
Mark Vande Pol
Wildergarten.org
'68 W200 (RIP)
'68 W200 383 NP435 3.53
'67 W200 383 NP435 4.10 w overload springs, Dana 60, PTO winch & flatbed dump, racks, crane, c-air (Max)
Mark Vande Pol
Wildergarten.org