Re: Clutch grinding

Posted by Packard Newbie On 2020/1/14 2:42:11

Hi USMC1936,

Dave's (Owen_Dyneto) last comment is likely what you're experiencing. There is no synchro in 1st or rev. in these transmissions, so stopped OR moving, you must wait a couple of secs after the clutch pedal is depressed to let the gears stop spinning and allow a grind-free shift. If the car is stopped and the transmission is in neutral, clutch pedal out, the gears are turning the same as if you were moving, in gear at that idle speed. Once you disengage the clutch (push the pedal in) the tranny internals come to a halt quite quickly, you just have to wait for them. The correct weight and amount of oil in the gearcase is also a contributing factor and worth checking as suggested. Chris.