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Bored&Stroked · 11-06-2015, 01:28 PM

Just getting ready to put a 39 trans in my 32. The clutch arms on the cross-shaft are obviously different. The 32 is a bit longer and has a bend in it. The 39 is shorter and just goes out at an angle.

Does one need to put the 32 clutch release arm on the 39 trans for it to align and work? I can "fix" my 39 trans - as I have a 32 trans to pull the arm from. The real question is IF it is necessary - and if I don't do it, will the linkage still line up and work (from the clutch) pedal . . . or is there any other issue to consider? I'm sure the clutch peddle pressure will be a bit higher with the 39 arm - but I was used to it in my 34 coupe, so that doesn't bother me much.

I was hoping to NOT make the swap - and leave my 32 trans intact, but if it is necessary - better to do it now than once all this crap is in the chassis.

Thanks!

11-06-2015, 01:28 PM	#1
Bored&Stroked Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Central Ohio Posts: 5,723	39 Trans in a 32 - Clutch Arm Question Just getting ready to put a 39 trans in my 32. The clutch arms on the cross-shaft are obviously different. The 32 is a bit longer and has a bend in it. The 39 is shorter and just goes out at an angle. Does one need to put the 32 clutch release arm on the 39 trans for it to align and work? I can "fix" my 39 trans - as I have a 32 trans to pull the arm from. The real question is IF it is necessary - and if I don't do it, will the linkage still line up and work (from the clutch) pedal . . . or is there any other issue to consider? I'm sure the clutch peddle pressure will be a bit higher with the 39 arm - but I was used to it in my 34 coupe, so that doesn't bother me much. I was hoping to NOT make the swap - and leave my 32 trans intact, but if it is necessary - better to do it now than once all this crap is in the chassis. Thanks!