<VV> Update on pressure plate compression issue

[BobHelt at aol.com]

In a message dated 2/17/2008 7:18:06 PM US Mountain Standard Time,  
Alohaz at ca.rr.com writes:

Should I  delay reassembly and see if I can try another
pressure  plate?



Thanks,

Steve Brennan



Steve,
The finger movement lc recommended is correct for late models. I don't know  
about for EMs. So 7/8 in. may be correct. Here's what I suggest. Assuming that 
 you have the whole powertrain out, install the disc and PP as you were 
intending  to do originally. Then install the clutch pull rod to the throwout 
bearing yoke.  Lay alongside the diff/tranny with your feet braced on the front 
motor mount  cross member and pull on the pull rod. You should be able to feel 
the release  bearing depress the PP fingers and feel the bearing bottom out on 
its  travel. If so, then it should be allright. The pull rod should travel 
about 7/8  in from contact with the fingers to its travel limit. You can easily 
feel the  clutch disengage if it is working correctly.
 
Regards,
Bob Helt



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