Seth:
Start with the simple things; do you have enough fluid in your
MC?
Since all the hardware in the clutch is new, what about the
hydraulics? Have they been renewed - MC and slave rebuilt? Is there a
leak somewhere? Were all the clevis pins renewed? How about the slave
cylinder actuating fork? Mine was heavily worn with elongated holes. The
mechanical wear items are unlikely to suddenly let go, however, so those
should probably be last on your list.
I would start with the hydraulics, given that you have been
diligent in keeping your hardware up to snuff.
One other thing, you mention that you "Drilled and reinforced
the clutch fork pin". What exactly did you do to reinforce it?
Let us know...
Vance
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-6pack@Autox.Team.Net [mailto:owner-6pack@Autox.Team.Net] On
Behalf Of Seth Glassman
Sent: August 14, 2007 7:08 AM
To: 6pack
Subject: [6pack] Shifting Woes
6-Pack List,
I developed a sudden problem while attending the VTR Convention. Not
having a
shifting problem whatsoever before and during my 10 trip to Valley
Forge, I
suddenly developed a problem (inability) to shift into 1st gear when the
engine was running. I have no problem shifting into 1st when engine not
running/ In fact that's how I got home. Shifting into 2nd, 3rd, 4th
and OD
is no problem once I'm into 1st.
My clutch has no more than 1000 miles on it, I have the Gunst throw-out
bearing we bought as a group purchase from the list and have drilled and
reinforced the clutch fork pin and hydraulics seem fine. Have not taken
the
tranny out yet but thought someone could offer some insight first. If
it
turns out to be the clutch, this will be my 4th replacement in 7 years,
So,
something is going on.
Thanks for any help here
Seth Glassman
'76 TR6
CF57223UO
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