[Healeys] Clutch question

[Bob Spidell]

Have someone pump the pedal while you watch the fluid level in the 
reservoir.  If it goes up when the pedal goes down the fluid 
replenishment seal is shot.  If not, it's either the master or slave 
seal leaking, or the flex line is ballooning out (will probably have to 
watch it from underneath--obviously if it's swelling you'll have to 
replace it).

If the cylinders are aluminum--if original they will be--you should not 
hone them.  The barrels are hardened and if you hone you'll destroy the 
hardened surface.  If they're not pitted you can reuse them, but if 
there's any doubt replace them while you've got them out.

This is not a terrible job; if you get stuck ask the List--there are 
some real pros on here.  The worst job is the slave cyl--you'll have to 
get at it from underneath or remove the transmission tunnel.   Be very 
careful not to mangle or crossthread the fittings.  Best to use flare 
nut wrenches if you have them.

bs



CAWS52803 at aol.com wrote:
> I have no clutch!  The pedal goes to the metal!
> If I pump it 5 - 10 times, I might be able to shift it into gear.  I'm not 
> losing any fluid.  Oh yes, it's a BN4 with separate clutch & brake fluid 
> cylinders.
> I am going to remove, hone and replace the inner seals.
> My question - Is this something I should undertake myself?  I do have the 
> parts list and owners manuals for a guide.
> Any suggestions or help?
>  
> Rudy in NC
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