Replacing the Clutch, and other replaceables?

[mbones25]

Ok, I am going to perform my first Clutch Replacement! Never done this before but I got a majority of the tools needed and a couple of friends that are willing to help (all newbies). Anyhow, I have purchased a couple manuals which gives a pretty good step by step to follow and we are semi intelligent so I am sure we will be ok.

For the job I decided that I was going to do a general upgrade/replacement of the parts while the Trans was pulled. I have the following to go in: Clutch, Flywheel, Pivot Ball, OEM Spin Bearings, Fork, and some AMS OIL Tranny Fluid.

The question is, does any other component need to be replaced while I have the chance. I had read a little about the Tranny Seals, should I go ahead and replace them?

I also am replacing the Clutch Components: Main, Secondary, and New SS Lines.

Any suggestion from others that performed this task would be appreciated.

Thanks, Hope everyone has a Happy Holidays.

 

[1993eclipseGS]

You basically have everything covered. The only thing you want to check while you have the tranny out also, would be the seal on each side (2 total), Where the axle/cv joint goes into the trans. If they are worn/broken they will obviously leak, Which you would not want. You could get new ones for under $5.00.

The clutch shoulden't be too hard to change even though it's your first time. It's pretty straight forward, And will not be very hard at all for you especially being it's a GST. Just remember to torque the flywheel, and pressure plate down to spec, And USE the alignment tool! Don't forget to use the new T.O.B.

If you have any problems during the removal/install, Just quick post up. I'm online every day and can reply withing only a few hours time, If that. You can even send me a pm. Just take your time and don't rush through things. Make sure you label or remember where all the bolts/nuts go, That you remove.

 

[hdoerr]

Just take your time and cross your t's and dot your i's. The second clutch you do should go 3 or 4 times as fast as the first one

 

[toofast82]

sounds like you have all the parts covered! Especially The clutch fork is a good one that alot overlook and tend to bend after high miles, common in 1g. It is pretty straightforward, just takes some time! I wish i was in florida so i could work on my car! Good luck!

 

[mbones25]

Sounds good, just wanted to double check with some of the members! I think I will replace those seals for the axles as well.

Thanks for replies.

 

[joat09]

sounds like you have all the parts covered! Especially The clutch fork is a good one that alot overlook and tend to bend after high miles, common in 1g. It is pretty straightforward, just takes some time! I wish i was in florida so i could work on my car! Good luck!

Yeh no kidding, I have a tranny i need to drop and i dont have a garage.

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[mbones25]

Ok, brought this thread back up for an update and secondary question:

When I bought the GST it was none operational due to something in the Transmission. So since I do not know what was causing the issue exactly, do you guys think I should crack open the Trans axle to check the gears for wear and tear (broken teeth, metal shavings, ect.)? Or would this act be more then a pain in the end, when I try to close it back up (not sure if you have to realign everything).

When removing the Clutch and Flywheel, the clutch was pretty well worn and all the replaceable pieces are as well, so I am hoping that they are the culprit for the issue.

Just looking to see what you guys would suggest since the Trans is out of the car right now anyway (I can post a few pics as well if needed).

Anyhow, thanks for all the assistance and suggestions so far! All is going well on this project.

 

[1993eclipseGS]

What was the car doing in the first place, To make you think it needed a clutch and or flywheel? I do not think you ever posted.

 

[BIGBLAZE79]

That would suck to put it back in, just to find out you have to pull it back out to get it rebuilt

 

[viperlp01]

I would not tear it apart... if the parts removed were worn then i would guess they cause your prob... If they were in good condition then i would consider it....