Subject: RE: clutch push-rod inner body question
Author: Ian Adkins
Date: Jun 2, 2003, 9:23 AM
Post ID: 1713229215
Pete,
When you replace the o ring it is a good idea to upgrade the sleeve that
slides over the push rod (#16 on plate 7 in parts manual) with a series of
cones. MG Cycle has them as does any of the Loop dealers. I replaced the
output seal, throw out bearing oring and cones, inspected and relubed the
bearing all with the tranny in place. I did have to remove the swing arm but
that gave me the chance to give everything in the back and a good look see.
As for the oring I just went to an auto parts store and got an oring that
fit. Mine was a little tight but the clutch action is smooth.
I think it must have been about 3 years since I did anything on the rear
end. I was thinking that I would see a dry rear end gear and worn out parts.
I was pleasantly surprised. Everything I inspected was in top shape....I
suppose a testomonial to making sure everything was well greased and lubed
before.
| -----Original Message----- From: Pete [mailto:plsch-@aol.com] Sent: Monday, June 02, 2003 12:05 PM To: Loopfram-@topica.com Subject: Re: clutch push-rod inner body question Ian, I need to replace the O ring. The one I have does not have any compression when pushed into the bore. If you hold a straight edge across the side of the piston with the O ring installed, the tip of the O ring just barely touched the straight edge, so thats why I have a steady leak back there. Did you order the stock O ring or an oversized one? I checked the local True Value for a replacement but, could not find the exact size I need. This needs to be dead on to fit right Thanks! Peter |