[Spridgets] Bad news via the left foot... (help!)

[David Booker]

Was out and about today in the Midget when I heard a strange noise.  Couldn't
place it.  Not engine, not wheels, not suspension.  Then noticed some movement
in the clutch pedal - as in it lowered itself fractionally, then raised back
up again.  As I continued on (toward the house) It began to be apparent that
it was indeed something to do with the tranny or clutch as I eventually began
to hear a bit of dry metal rubbing sound when depressing the clutch. 
 
Throw-out bearing?  Other suggestions?  Any chance it will not involve
removing the engine/tranny?
 
David Booker
'71 Midget
Long Island