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chap52 · 03-25-2017, 04:52 PM

52 F-1, 3-speed.
A few weeks ago I had a TO Bearing start “sounding off” when the pedal was depressed. Pulled trans and went ahead and replaced the pilot bearing, clutch, pressure plate and release bearing (all from Mac VanPelt). I also noticed release bearing hub had uneven wear and replaced that as well as the spring that holds it in place.
Here’s the dilemma, the clutch will not fully disengage Had to shut off engine and start in 1st gear because it would just grind when I tried to put it in gear. Weird part is that if I start it in gear the truck does not seem to try and creep ahead?
Max out adjustment on clutch pedal release arm and still have 4+ inches of free play in clutch pedal. Pulled transmission today thinking that maybe the pin holding the release bearing fork had sheared/bent. Does not appear to be damaged.
Would appreciate some help figuring this adventure out. Thanks!

03-25-2017, 04:52 PM	#1
chap52 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Marana Arizona Posts: 1,869	New clutch wo't disengage 52 F-1, 3-speed. A few weeks ago I had a TO Bearing start “sounding off” when the pedal was depressed. Pulled trans and went ahead and replaced the pilot bearing, clutch, pressure plate and release bearing (all from Mac VanPelt). I also noticed release bearing hub had uneven wear and replaced that as well as the spring that holds it in place. Here’s the dilemma, the clutch will not fully disengage Had to shut off engine and start in 1st gear because it would just grind when I tried to put it in gear. Weird part is that if I start it in gear the truck does not seem to try and creep ahead? Max out adjustment on clutch pedal release arm and still have 4+ inches of free play in clutch pedal. Pulled transmission today thinking that maybe the pin holding the release bearing fork had sheared/bent. Does not appear to be damaged. Would appreciate some help figuring this adventure out. Thanks!