11-23-2017, 09:52 PM | #21 |
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The hand control for the clutch is innovative for the time.
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How heavy was the flywheel? What was the result of this modification, especially with a lighter flywheel?
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I "engineered" & installed 2 brake levers, on earlier Plymouths. The forward motion of my body, helped apply it.
I once added a Small Bendix Hydra-Vac booster, to the hydraulic clutch system, on a Jaguar-XKE, for a Man with a weak leg. Bill Cobbler
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11-25-2017, 03:31 PM | #27 |
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I've got a dropped foot and I use this adaption, quick and dirty idea at the time but has been working great for three years.
You can see some details and photos here if it might help?
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11-25-2017, 03:53 PM | #28 |
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The simplest and cheapest (zero cost) is to not use the clutch to shift gears. You still need to use it to start out but that is the only time you need to use it and don't hold the clutch out while waiting for a light to turn or traffic to clear at a stop sign. Sit in neutral until you are ready to go. To shift without the clutch, when ready to shift, just pull it out of gear while you let off the gas, then slowly shift in into the next gear as the RPM descends. You will tickle the gears at first until you get the feel so don't crash it into gear. To down shift, pull it into neutral and slowly rev up the engine until the shifter goes into the gear you want. Again, you will likely tickle the gears until you get the hang of it so be gentle. I think a lot of guys "tickle" the gears just as much WITH the clutch LOL.
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11-25-2017, 08:41 PM | #29 |
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I appreciate all of the input. I am away from home until Monday when i plan to study all of the ideas more closeThanks
Bob
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11-25-2017, 09:01 PM | #30 |
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I have a question for CarlG.
What is the difference between a diaphgram pressure plate and a stock Model A pressure plate? Thanks Bob
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One of the nicest and softest clutches I ever felt was the one on my friends 1949 Chevy pickup. I think it also is a diaphram clutch.
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Bob, I've seen your truck in town a couple of times, looks good! I have 2 A's with V8 clutches that you can get the feel of if you want, I live in wine country. I'll pm you with my contact info
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