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Date:         Fri, 27 Nov 1998 11:34:54 -0500
Reply-To:     Scott Snyder <dipp@ACCESS.MOUNTAIN.NET>
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From:         Scott Snyder <dipp@ACCESS.MOUNTAIN.NET>
Subject:      Help! - 81 Westy
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I have an 81 Westy which has approx. 1,000 miles on a new motor (which I installed). I took it on its first trip, approx. 500 miles, and it ran great until I was coming home (the last 10 miles) and noticed this noise coming from the rear end. The noise is a clanking, clunking sound and seems to get worse when the vehicle is under stress i.e., going up a hill or driveway. Also, when I push the clutch in, the noise disappears. When the motor was out I put in a new slave cylinder and T/O bearing. I am totally stumped as to where this sound is coming from........I hope it doesnt have something to do with end play or the pressure plate. I am not sure I have the time or energy to drop the engine again!!!

Please, any help or suggestions will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks Scott


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