Re: 1955-56 Throw Out Bearing Source

Posted by Joe Hall On 2007/6/3 16:17:20

I reinstalled the T85 today, with new pressure plate, disc and t/o bearing. It is near impossible to install it (in a 56J) with bellhousing in place, as instructed in the shop manual. To avoid an extra 3-4 hours' labor, I installed the bellhousing first, then the tranny.

Installing it this way called for using rubber bands to hold the t/o bearing in place against the pressure plate forks. Then connecting the spring that pulls the t/o bearing carrier rearward, while the tranny face was still about 2" away from the bellhousing.

I realize this is clear as mud for most folks reading it, especially those who haven't been there/done that lately. It may even be a mute point for Packards, since there is likely a lot more working room.

Joe H