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Old Feb 3, 2016 | 05:18 AM
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won't release installed new clutch stage 2, suppose to have stronger clamping or holding power but will not release tried longer release bearing was way to long. any ideas 1969 350 4speed
checked disc installed ok

checked new pressure plate and old for any difference in for size height distance comparison from bellhousing to diaphragm
old was 2.3 from front face of bellhousing
new was 2.5 so it to me would be closer
any ideas

also new flywheel
also as many comparison measurements as I could all seem to be very much the same
Its a phoenix friction stage 2 set up
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Old Feb 3, 2016 | 05:59 AM
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How much pedal free play do you have? Should be about one inch.
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Old Feb 3, 2016 | 06:32 AM
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Originally Posted by toobroketoretire
How much pedal free play do you have? Should be about one inch.
at pedal or release bearing
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Make sure you check out my article here about clutches that won't release:

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...and-specs.html

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Wow wish I had read this before I did my clutch last year. Guess what clutch I used? Based on a earlier swap using that brand back in the 80's
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