hello - my 1st post...

I have a 76 4spd. I just finished installing a new Ram clutch and flywheel (not the HD package). I reused the original Z-bar but replaced the pushrod & pin(showing wear) which connects to the clutch fork. I reused the original clutch fork bellhousing, and pivot ball. Everything is back together but it looks as if I need to adjust the clutch. The pedal goes almost all the way to the floor before engaging the PP springs. I do not have enough threads in the pedal rod to move the location of the "swivel pin."

What other adjustments/checks can I make (preferably without having to remove the transmission again) to get this dialed in? I did make sure the clutch fork is properly located in the thowout bearing and the clutch disk is facing the correct direction - so this is not the problem.

There seems to be more free play before the bearing contacts the PP springs. I was thinking the pivot ball may need to be taller with the new PP springs. I am not sure, and did not want to take the trans back out before checking any other "easy" adjustments. I did not replace the pivot ball because it worked fine before I replaced the clutch so I thought it would still be the right height.

What other things can I check before pulling the trans back out?


Thanks in advance for any input you guys can give me.

 

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j...Vl_F8yg4xDjlcA

 

Everything you'll need to know about clutch set up.
Chances are you'll need to remove the trans for a longer throwout bearing or adjustable pivot stud.
http://www.novak-adapt.com/knowledge/clutches_etc.htm

 

Sounds like that new flywheel/pressure plate requires a different throwout bearing or pivot ball. Better check with Ram.

 

On all those Ram clutches (and most other aftermarket clutches), I have always had to install an adjustable pivot ball and set it so it's 1/8" taller than the stock pivot ball. Then, LocTite it in place and tighten the crap out of it.