Date:         Fri, 18 Aug 2000 10:22:29 EDT
Reply-To:     KENWILFY@aol.com
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         KENWILFY@aol.com
Subject:      Re: Transmission mystery
Comments: To: kstanley@cas.org
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Slight clarification, I actually just put this engine in the van.  At the
time I inspected and re-greased the pilot bearing (looked perfect) and
machined the flywheel.  The customer didn't want to buy a new clutch kit (his
choice) so I put the used clutch and pressure plate back in (looked good, no
wear on p.p. fingers, flat surface, clutch still very thick).  I am starting
to think that there is air in the hydraulic system and somehow it has just
gotten worse at the same time I changed this oil (before it would sometimes
not want to come out of reverse, but now it takes even more force to pull it
out).  The splines on the tranny mainshaft looked fine.  As soon as it stops
raining I'll go bleed the system.  Thanks for all the input, I will let the
list know what happens.  I will also recommend Daryl when it comes time for a
rebuild (very soon).

Thanks,
Ken Wilford
http://www.vanagain.com
John 3:16

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