Installing a Clutch - what to know ?
06-02-04, 06:45 AM
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Installing a Clutch - what to know ?
Okay, I just bought a 93 SC300, Pearl White, 5 speed. I need to put a clutch in it right away, I'll be installing it this weekend. Is there anything I especially need to know about doing a clutch in these cars? any special tools? any tips? I've dont clutches before, but not in a lexus. So any help before I start would be appreciated.
06-02-04, 08:49 AM
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I've done the clutch in the SC and it's a major pain in the butt.
The bolts on top are a pain to get out if you don't have the right tools.
You'll need a pilot-bearing puller if you plan to replace that.
Make sure you put the clip on the right side when installing the throw-out bearing.
Note how it sits when you remove it.
My friend was showing me how to change the clutch and he put the clip on the wrong side.
The cutch was making some horrible noises so I had to redo it and I had to buy a new throw-out bearing - $80
The clutch slave cylinder can just be unbolted from the tranny and left to hang there.
No need to undo the hydraulic lines.
If you have any other specific questions, let me know and I'll try to get you an answer.
EDIT: You might also want to get your flywheel machined when replacing the clutch.
It should be around $30-40 at a local machine shop and makes the clutch grip much much better.
The bolts on top are a pain to get out if you don't have the right tools.
You'll need a pilot-bearing puller if you plan to replace that.
Make sure you put the clip on the right side when installing the throw-out bearing.
Note how it sits when you remove it.
My friend was showing me how to change the clutch and he put the clip on the wrong side.
The cutch was making some horrible noises so I had to redo it and I had to buy a new throw-out bearing - $80
The clutch slave cylinder can just be unbolted from the tranny and left to hang there.
No need to undo the hydraulic lines.
If you have any other specific questions, let me know and I'll try to get you an answer.
EDIT: You might also want to get your flywheel machined when replacing the clutch.
It should be around $30-40 at a local machine shop and makes the clutch grip much much better.
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