Date:         Tue, 15 Dec 2020 11:49:13 -0800
Reply-To:     Neil <musomuso@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Neil <musomuso@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Difficulty / time to replace clutch - 1991 Westfalia 2WD
Comments: To: Steve Williams <steve@williamsitconsulting.com>
In-Reply-To:  <c9b72e2d-6fa7-cf29-31ea-af39b3f748cb@williamsitconsulting.com>
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It's pretty straight forward. Allot at least 4-5 hours.

If using a floor jack for tranny, IMO, the hardest part of the job is
keeping the tranny stable.

I built a simple wood platform with old socket bolted to it to fit in
floor jack cup hole. This helps but I don't totally "rely" on it.

A Sachs clutch kit should c/w a plastic alignment tool.

Some would disagree but I've re used CV bolts and thin spring washers
in lieu of missing OE type serrated washers. Never had a bolt come
loose.

While tranny is out, inspect for:

- excessive play at outboard bushings at clutch operating cross shaft
- loose throw out bearing guide

If there's some play at bushings, source new bushings to install
during next clutch job.

Bentley has important clutch R&R notes and in a different section, a
particular note on the electrical ground strap to frame.

When re installing tranny, ensure tranny front mount bolt holes are
properly lined up to threaded holes in frame; in poor light, at end of
the job, it can be easy to cross threaded bolts. Not easy to fix
those.

Neil.


On 12/14/20, Steve Williams <steve@williamsitconsulting.com> wrote:

> I've done most of the mechanic work on my van, CV's, full coolant system
> upgrade (hoses, pipes, etc) and have done engine work on previous
> vehicles I've owned.

> How difficult would it be to undertake replacing my clutch on my own?Â
> I've got lots of time, a heated garage but no lift.  I assume I'd be
> doing a lot of the work laying on my back.
>
> Is this one of those jobs I should just pay a shop to do?  I've got a
> very good mechanic to use where I live.  What would be a reasonable
> number of hours for an experienced Vanagon mechanic to replace the
> clutch?  How about an inexperienced DIY'er?  lol.
>
> Thanks,
> Steve W.
>


-- 
Neil n

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