sloppy clutch actuation shaft
 

I am dealing with a bad sloppy shaft on the end where the bronze half shells reside. Question is are there different size bushings there or are there different size balls for different years?
I am using 40 Ford actuation shaft to a hogshead. There is plenty of slop at the pivot Point ball.
Any help would be appreciated. All parts are in good shape.

Re: sloppy clutch actuation shaft
 

Is the pivot ball still properly round? And the hole where the bush's go, is that actually still round. I ask as looks to be in good shape and within spec, are often two different things. Not questioning your knowledge, just makin sure.
I think they all be the same size. I had a rattley sloppy ball, it was out of round.
Martin.

Re: sloppy clutch actuation shaft
 

Look around new ones are still out there. I got a NOS one out of a dollar pile at hershey.

Re: sloppy clutch actuation shaft
 

Thanks scooder for the tip. Every thing looks round
But maybe not. Bushings are new.

Re: sloppy clutch actuation shaft
 

What is your chassis application? Ford made several designs of the ball pivot mounting bracket....all had the same ball. They do wear over time. A fresh split bushing only helps a bit if the ball is worn. Also the inside end of the actuation shaft could be worn. New parts would help. Also the bracket must be tight to the frame.

Re: sloppy clutch actuation shaft
 

Many of the clutch release shaft ports in the clutch housing were not built with grease fittings. Both the bronze bushings and the shaft, itself, are usually badly worn. The geometry of the clutch linkage amplifies the sloppiness. Both the shaft and bushings are readily available. The part number for the shaft for '40 is 01A-7510, the bushings, come in two sizes, thin, 40-705, thick, 51A-7508. $49.50 and $3 or $9 dollars for the parts at C&G. (800/266-0470). Be sure to drill and install grease fittings when you replace the shaft.

Re: sloppy clutch actuation shaft
 

there is also a long spring inside that helps keep things tight.
as for the split bronze bushings, when you order from whoever..... ask what they are made out of. last set i got through a customer who bought their own parts were PLASTIC. i think the stuff came from Mac's