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TobyArnot · 05-03-2011, 10:09 PM

Where there's a will, there's a way. Years ago I bought two (2) 1/2-13 x 12" long hex bolts. Cut the heads off and grind a healthy screwdriver slot in the new end. Remove the top two bolts from the trans, replace them with the long studs and remove the rest of the bolts. Assuming that everything else is out of the way, you can slide the trans straight back enough to remove the t/o bearing. Yes, you should check all the other parts (see above), but this will get it done without having to physically lifting the trans.

Good Luck !

05-03-2011, 10:09 PM	#10
TobyArnot Quit if it's not FUN!!! Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Indian Trail, N.C, Posts: 864	Re: what is the easiest way to replace the throwout bearing for the clutch? Where there's a will, there's a way. Years ago I bought two (2) 1/2-13 x 12" long hex bolts. Cut the heads off and grind a healthy screwdriver slot in the new end. Remove the top two bolts from the trans, replace them with the long studs and remove the rest of the bolts. Assuming that everything else is out of the way, you can slide the trans straight back enough to remove the t/o bearing. Yes, you should check all the other parts (see above), but this will get it done without having to physically lifting the trans. Good Luck !