[DeTomaso] complex clutch question

[JDeRyke at aol.com]

In a message dated 2/4/08 6:32:53 PM, justingreisberg at hotmail.com writes:
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> The funny thing is, before I disassembled the old set up, once I had 
> drained all the fluid out of the old clutch master, the linkage was similarly 
> binding.  Yet, when the car was assembled, the clutch functioned seemlessly.  Do I 
> just need to have fluid in the system for the clutch to be adjusted?
> 
Possibly. The angle of the pushrod into the clutch master piston might bind a 
little on the bore with a dry assembly. Brake fluid tends to act as a 
lubricant. FWIW, I recommend using Girling's 'Brake Grease' when installing hydraulic 
system parts. This is a brake-fluid-compatible grease in a 1oz black tube. I 
once had a brand new clutch master stick its piston in the bottom of the bore 
when I tested it, and it took some time to free it up. Yet with a little 
'brake grease' on the piston & seal, the piston returned flawlessly on its internal 
spring. Good luck- J DeRyke


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