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Fiat 126 Chat => Fiat 126 Mechanical Problem Solving => Topic started by: Brighton_126 on August 04, 2018, 11:17:42 PM

Title: Clutch change adjustment
Post by: Brighton_126 on August 04, 2018, 11:17:42 PM

Hi all,
Is there any tool i can buy for aligning my clutch when changing.
Many thanks
Luca

Title: Re: Clutch change adjustment
Post by: Pete126 on August 04, 2018, 11:26:20 PM

I use a 3/8 extension bar with tape wrapped round the square end to the diameter of the hole in the clutch plate 😁

Title: Re: Clutch change adjustment
Post by: michaelodonnell500 on August 04, 2018, 11:30:25 PM

I used a 1/2 socket. Don't remember the size but it was in a standard set up to 22mm. It was a snug fit, but once aligned o could remove the socket by pulling and turning at the same time.

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Title: Re: Clutch change adjustment
Post by: ChrisRLewis on August 05, 2018, 10:39:03 AM

Maybe worth investing in a universal clutch alignment tool kit. There's plenty on Ebay for around £9.

Title: Re: Clutch change adjustment
Post by: Rusty's Uncle on August 05, 2018, 12:33:12 PM

The ultimate tool is to use a spare gearbox input shaft because it has to be the right size  :)
Got a spare one if interested ?

Title: Re: Clutch change adjustment
Post by: Gadge on August 05, 2018, 04:17:31 PM

I've done it by eye before and by using my fingers to feel the distance the clutch plate is away from the edge of the sprung plate and making sure they are equal. When I slide the box on it usually goes on with a bit of wiggling