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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!

barnfind08 · 11-06-2015, 02:25 PM

Yes you do.

Lazy Jake · 11-06-2015, 02:29 PM

I have a '39 trans behind an 8BA in my '32. I ordered the '32 clutch release arm from Mac Van Pelt. In order for the linkage coming off my '32 pedals to line up with the release arm, I had to use the '32 release arm. Being at work (Hah!) I have no pictures but, would be like to post tonight if it will help you out.

JSeery · 11-06-2015, 02:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lazy Jake

I have a '39 trans behind an 8BA in my '32. I ordered the '32 clutch release arm from Mac Van Pelt. In order for the linkage coming off my '32 pedals to line up with the release arm, I had to use the '32 release arm. Being at work (Hah!) I have no pictures but, would be like to post tonight if it will help you out.

That's what I was going to suggest, acquire a new 32 clutch arm. Both VanPelt and Joblet come to mind.

Andy · 11-06-2015, 02:54 PM

A sketch I made a while back showing both arms. I would find an arm and modify it per sketch.

jailhousebob · 11-06-2015, 03:23 PM

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If you are using the stock 32 pedals you need the 32 arm.Bob

V8COOPMAN · 11-06-2015, 03:38 PM

See if this helps any........

compliments of MacVP! DD

JSeery · 11-06-2015, 03:43 PM

Cool chart/photo V8Coopman! I'm currently working on the same thing on a 33.

Bored&Stroked · 11-06-2015, 04:16 PM

Thanks guys . . . I figured it was a necessity and I don't want to screw with the stock pedals/linkage setup - so I will go swipe it out of another 32 trans I have and update my 39 box - BEFORE I put it in the chassis!

You guys saved me some time - much appreciate it!

D

11-06-2015, 01:28 PM	#1
Bored&Stroked Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Central Ohio Posts: 5,064	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!

11-06-2015, 02:25 PM	#2
barnfind08 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 893	Re: 39 Trans in a 32 - Clutch Arm Question Yes you do.

11-06-2015, 02:29 PM	#3
Lazy Jake Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 39	Re: 39 Trans in a 32 - Clutch Arm Question I have a '39 trans behind an 8BA in my '32. I ordered the '32 clutch release arm from Mac Van Pelt. In order for the linkage coming off my '32 pedals to line up with the release arm, I had to use the '32 release arm. Being at work (Hah!) I have no pictures but, would be like to post tonight if it will help you out.

11-06-2015, 03:23 PM	#6
jailhousebob Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 143	Re: 39 Trans in a 32 - Clutch Arm Question Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) If you are using the stock 32 pedals you need the 32 arm.Bob

11-06-2015, 03:38 PM	#7
V8COOPMAN Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: East Shore of LAKE HOUSTON Posts: 11,113	Re: 39 Trans in a 32 - Clutch Arm Question See if this helps any........compliments of MacVP! DD __________________ *Click Links Below* __ ▼ *'35-'36 W/8BA & MECHANICAL FAN* *T5 W/TORQUE TUBE*

11-06-2015, 03:43 PM	#8
JSeery Member Emeritus Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Wichita KS Posts: 16,132	Re: 39 Trans in a 32 - Clutch Arm Question Cool chart/photo V8Coopman! I'm currently working on the same thing on a 33.

11-06-2015, 04:16 PM	#9
Bored&Stroked Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Central Ohio Posts: 5,064	Re: 39 Trans in a 32 - Clutch Arm Question Thanks guys . . . I figured it was a necessity and I don't want to screw with the stock pedals/linkage setup - so I will go swipe it out of another 32 trans I have and update my 39 box - BEFORE I put it in the chassis! You guys saved me some time - much appreciate it! D