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Thanks for the tip @tubman ... I have searched but not found any complaints about removing the push rod tube. I will apply some heat to it and work on it.


The engine came out of a truck, I have the 4spd 1rst gear granny trans with the big 11" clutch.
I would use same trans, and size of clutch. Original, just installed in a different truck.
I figured I would replace the clutch disk which also looks new. Just do not trust the 50 year old material.
Since the pressure plate is mechanical, thinking it could be reused and maybe better then what we buy today? I just need to compress it enough to get the bolts back in it?


I assume a rebuilt pressure plate would include a new or resurfaced surface, new springs.
My surface has no wear marks, just crud that needs cleaned ... I assume the springs are fine.
Do we just bolt them back together, or buy a new pressure plate?

Is there any secrets to putting a pressure plate together?


Thanks for the offer on clutch and crank, I assume your car did not have a dump truck clutch in it, and shipping of a crank from Minnesota it may be easier to find one local.