I installed a new clutch set and a scattershield with block saver and with that I got an adjustable clutch fork adjustable pivot ball/stud.
I "thought" I followed the directions on the measurements right when I set it before installing the clutch and transmission, but upon installation I did not like the change to the pedal adjustments. So with some tool customization, etc I found I can adjust the pivot ball while installed and tightened it up to where I like what I see at the clutch fork and the way the pedal feels.
So my question is, other than the clutch fork hitting the bellhousing or the linkage coming up short or too tight, what feel at the pedal indicates the pivot point is off? Does it change the point during the pedal travel where the clutch engages or disengages? Does the pedal get harder or softer? What methods other than measuring 4.75"(?) from the block to pivot point have people used?
Right now I have ~1" of pedal travel before the throw out bearing contacts the pressure plate and then full 100% disengagement of the clutch (where the car doesn't move) happens with only about an 1" or so from the floor. I like the 1" of pedal play, but it engages a bit too soon for my liking when lifting the pedal from the floor and was wondering if that was a function of the pivot point? Could be (likely?) the new clutch is just grabbier than the old, but just curious if I could adjust that point. Plus I'd like to know what the symptoms are of the pivot point being out of adjustment for simple diagnostics. Thanks.
I "thought" I followed the directions on the measurements right when I set it before installing the clutch and transmission, but upon installation I did not like the change to the pedal adjustments. So with some tool customization, etc I found I can adjust the pivot ball while installed and tightened it up to where I like what I see at the clutch fork and the way the pedal feels.
So my question is, other than the clutch fork hitting the bellhousing or the linkage coming up short or too tight, what feel at the pedal indicates the pivot point is off? Does it change the point during the pedal travel where the clutch engages or disengages? Does the pedal get harder or softer? What methods other than measuring 4.75"(?) from the block to pivot point have people used?
Right now I have ~1" of pedal travel before the throw out bearing contacts the pressure plate and then full 100% disengagement of the clutch (where the car doesn't move) happens with only about an 1" or so from the floor. I like the 1" of pedal play, but it engages a bit too soon for my liking when lifting the pedal from the floor and was wondering if that was a function of the pivot point? Could be (likely?) the new clutch is just grabbier than the old, but just curious if I could adjust that point. Plus I'd like to know what the symptoms are of the pivot point being out of adjustment for simple diagnostics. Thanks.
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