AMC-MJ Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 Is there anything that I might run into replacing the clutch system? Master cylinder, slave cylinder, lines, pressure plate, throw out bearing, clutch disk? Mikey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harley Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 :huh???: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Automan2164 Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 I'm not so sure on the 2.5L, but I know on the 4.0L, the flywheel is a convex surface, and if you machine it flat, it may produce problems/issues. Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H8PVMT Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 I just did my whole system two days ago, real straight forward, just a pain to get the through bolt on reinstalling the master Got the whole system next day for under 200on Amazon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harley Posted May 12, 2012 Share Posted May 12, 2012 I just did my whole system two days ago, real straight forward, just a pain to get the through bolt on reinstalling the master Got the whole system next day for under 200on Amazon What brand master did you get?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zenobian_84 Posted May 12, 2012 Share Posted May 12, 2012 Had to have my 2.5 pressure plate (I believe) resurfaced, as it was such short notice; I couldn't snag another in time to be able to get back to work. Haven't had any problems yet *knock on wood* with it. Aside from a lot of cursing and swearing, a clutch system replacement isn't a huge problem. Just very, VERY time consuming... :yes: How 'ya been Mike? Been waiting to see some progress on that 343 Powered 'Manche for a while! :D :cheers: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted May 12, 2012 Author Share Posted May 12, 2012 @ Red Rocker79 Last May the company I was working for, downsized. I was one of the ones they let go. So, the Comanche project got put on hold. Happy to say, I'm now back to work. Found the AMC-20 rear end. Will be picking it up next month. And, I also found the AMC 343 V8 engine, which I should be picking up the following month, or month after. Still need to find the AX-15 2wd 5spd. But, we will get to that when we get to that. As far as the parts, not sure what the brands are. Ordered the parts, and should be here by Tuesday, the latest. Includes everything but the lines. Master clutch kit is for the AMC 2.5/AX-4 4spd combo. Noted that the bolt on master cylinder may be problematic. The plan is to only run this, this summer til plates expire in November. I wonder if this clutch problem isn't due to it sitting for 5+ months, while I didn't work. Used it for a couple of days to go to work, and then it just failed? On a positive note, truck did hit and surpass 200,000 miles Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harley Posted May 12, 2012 Share Posted May 12, 2012 I did mine not too long go and did not resurface the flywheel. have had no issues except for faulty masters and slaves. Did ya try bleeding it? might be worth a shot before ya tear it all apart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted May 12, 2012 Author Share Posted May 12, 2012 I filled the reservoir full of fluid. And, in 5 to 7 pumps, the fluid is all over the ground. I don't think bleeding is going to do any good. Considering that, I'd just rather replace it all. The new hydraulics have a lifetime warranty. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harley Posted May 12, 2012 Share Posted May 12, 2012 hmmm fluid on the ground could be a bad thing and a source of the problem. id guess the line between the master and slave gave out. I'm curious about the "problematic" bolt on the master. What exactly are you guys talking about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zenobian_84 Posted May 13, 2012 Share Posted May 13, 2012 @ Red Rocker79 Last May the company I was working for, downsized. I was one of the ones they let go. So, the Comanche project got put on hold. Happy to say, I'm now back to work. Found the AMC-20 rear end. Will be picking it up next month. And, I also found the AMC 343 V8 engine, which I should be picking up the following month, or month after. Still need to find the AX-15 2wd 5spd. But, we will get to that when we get to that. As far as the parts, not sure what the brands are. Ordered the parts, and should be here by Tuesday, the latest. Includes everything but the lines. Master clutch kit is for the AMC 2.5/AX-4 4spd combo. Noted that the bolt on master cylinder may be problematic. The plan is to only run this, this summer til plates expire in November. I wonder if this clutch problem isn't due to it sitting for 5+ months, while I didn't work. Used it for a couple of days to go to work, and then it just failed? On a positive note, truck did hit and surpass 200,000 miles Mike Glad to know you're doing alright man. :cheers: :wrench: Definitely have to agree with Harley4579. That's exactly how mine acted when the slave finally gave out. Replaced it with a new slave and clutch pack; haven't had any problems yet. :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted May 16, 2012 Author Share Posted May 16, 2012 Okay. I'm a little confused. :???: The slave cylinder looks a caliper piston. :???: Just a side question, will the hydraulics interchange with the AX 15? Or, will I be replacing these parts again? Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted May 17, 2012 Author Share Posted May 17, 2012 We got it to hold pressure. There is a slight leak. Going to run it a few days, see how it does. Then, will be re-placing the whole system. Even with the price of the clutch invested, I'm still ahead with the miles I've already driven. So, re-placement is still the way to go. Will probably drive it 2 or so more summers, before total re-do is done. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harley Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 So where was the leak, slave or what? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted May 17, 2012 Author Share Posted May 17, 2012 Yea, we think so. Slow drip, not sure. Doing okay now. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted May 18, 2012 Author Share Posted May 18, 2012 Okay. Took it to work this morning, and about 1 mile from home, on way back, clutch failed. Time to replace it all! Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted May 21, 2012 Author Share Posted May 21, 2012 Can I fill the new system with synthetic fluid? Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now