[DeTomaso] clutch retainer spring

JDeRyke at aol.com JDeRyke at aol.com
Mon Feb 9 22:49:04 EST 2009


In a message dated 2/9/09 5:34:12 PM, justingreisberg at hotmail.com writes:

> On the throwout bearing, there is a spring that holds the clutch "fork" to 
> the throwout bearing assembly.  Mine is broken.  Is it important to replace 
> this spring, or is it better to leave it off?  Most cars do not have a spring 
> the pulls the throwout bearing away from the pressure plate.
> 
In the Detomasos, the curvy spring simply holds the throwout bearing against 
the throwout fork, possibly so it doesn't rattle. If your car ran to your 
satisfaction with it broken, then I guess you don't really need it. Best guess- J 
Deryke



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