My '74 Spitfire has been sitting for a few months because of that all too common problem where the clutch drags even though the pedal is completely depressed. Today I decided to see if I could find the reason. After pulling the transmission cover, I discovered that the pivot pin had fallen out. Aha, I thought, this will be easy. I was able to put a 5/16" bolt through the hole without too much problem. I checked the clutch and still had the problem. So I checked the pedal arm hole, and found the pin was worn. I replaced that, and still have the problem. The pedal arm hole is slightly out of round, but not a lot. The clutch master and slave cylinders were rebuilt in 2002, and have been fine to date. No evidence of leaks, etc. I bled the clutch again, and made sure the slave cylinder was tight. Now I'm running out of ideas on things to check. One of the things I've noticed is that the clutch pedal stops part way to the floor. I can't remember if that is normal. I tried to find a spec for the travel in the plunger arm, but couldn't. I'm about ready to order new master and slave cylinders, but I'd rather understand the problem first. Anyone have some ideas on what to check? TIA, as always.
Bill Gingerich '74 Spitfire "Lazarus" who needs resurrection again NASS #133 OKC, OK _______________________________________________ Spitfires mailing list [email protected] http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/spitfires
