I have just installed a new clutch assembly on my 69' Coupe with a ZZ3 engine.
I replaced the original 'Sachs' OEM type replacement clutch with a new 'Sachs Power Clutch kit' which included the Pressure Plate, Disc and Bearings.
The question I have is:
Does it matter if the pressure plate 'height' on the new clutch is shorter than the old clutch?
Both clutches are diaphragm types and the throwout bearings are identical as well. My concern is that when I installed the new clutch, my pedal free play was twice what it was with the old clutch (4" vs 2"). I was able to adjust the linkage to get it down to about 1 3/4" but now I only have about 1/2" to 3/4" of thread remaining for future clutch adjustments.
Should I be concerned or is this common between different pressure plates?
I haven't driven the car yet but the pedal feels OK and I don't hear any strange sounds when I depress the pedal.
Is there any chance of 'over extending' the pressure plate diaphragm that I need to worry about?
Any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks!
Elm.
I replaced the original 'Sachs' OEM type replacement clutch with a new 'Sachs Power Clutch kit' which included the Pressure Plate, Disc and Bearings.
The question I have is:
Does it matter if the pressure plate 'height' on the new clutch is shorter than the old clutch?
Both clutches are diaphragm types and the throwout bearings are identical as well. My concern is that when I installed the new clutch, my pedal free play was twice what it was with the old clutch (4" vs 2"). I was able to adjust the linkage to get it down to about 1 3/4" but now I only have about 1/2" to 3/4" of thread remaining for future clutch adjustments.
Should I be concerned or is this common between different pressure plates?
I haven't driven the car yet but the pedal feels OK and I don't hear any strange sounds when I depress the pedal.
Is there any chance of 'over extending' the pressure plate diaphragm that I need to worry about?
Any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks!
Elm.