Date:         Tue, 2 Nov 2004 16:35:40 -0700
Reply-To:     jimt <wetwesty@TACTICAL-BUS.INFO>
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From:         jimt <wetwesty@TACTICAL-BUS.INFO>
Subject:      Re: 86 transmission hookup problem
Comments: To: Ryan Johnson <ryandriscoll@EXCITE.COM>
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On 11/2/04 4:04 PM, "Ryan Johnson" <ryandriscoll@EXCITE.COM> wrote:

> The clutch was getting sloppy  in my 86 Vanagon, so i pulled off the
> transmission, removed the pressure plate and clutch disc. Installed new disc
> and presure plate using guide tool and proper torque wrench.
> I know I should have have done the pilot bearing too but I didn't.
> I put the tranny back into place with the help of jacks and my wimp brother,
> making sure the transmission shaft went in the pilot hole, it slid right in,
> good fit. Installed starter.
> I go to start it up and the frickin engine won't turn.
> I pull the tranny back off to find that the flywheel is digging into the
> tranny case at 11 and 5 o'clock from the force of the starter turning over the
> engine, metal shards make easy evidence.
> I can't figure out why this is happening.
> 
> Anyone with the same experience? Info. greatly appreciated.
> Anyone with ideas? Always welcome.
> Guesses? OK
> 
> Thanks, RJ
> 
I have seen this damage.

Your flywheel is loose and needs to be retorqued ASAP!


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