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    4/30/2019 9:19 PM  #1

    Mark in CA
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    Clutch pedal return spring

    Any tips on how to install the clutch pedal return spring on a ‘65?  With the pedal all the way to the floor, the spring is about 1” short. How the heck do you stretch it under the dash?  I did install a MS cable clutch pedal but do not have an engine or trans yet (still on the wish list).
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    4/30/2019 9:36 PM  #2

    Hornman
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    Re: Clutch pedal return spring

    You don’t need the spring with the clutch cable. The spring is an assist spring, not a return spring.

     

    5/01/2019 6:10 AM  #3

    TKOPerformance
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    Re: Clutch pedal return spring

    That is correct.  Clutch pedal return is a function of the clutch; not the pedal. 

     

    5/01/2019 11:50 AM  #4

    Mark in CA
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    Re: Clutch pedal return spring

    Thanks for the info guys.  Just for my own education, what's the purpose of the factory pedal spring?  Is it only needed with the equalizer bar assembly?

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    5/01/2019 12:07 PM  #5

    TKOPerformance
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    Re: Clutch pedal return spring

    It actually reduces the effort required to push down on the clutch pedal.  These older cars often had three finger pressure plates, which required a lot more effort than the newer style diaphragm clutches. 

     

    5/01/2019 9:23 PM  #6

    MS
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    Re: Clutch pedal return spring

    Not needed with cable clutch. As stated in the instructions...


    But, to answer the question, in case someone needs to know, you install the spring before installing the pedal assembly in the car. Simply push the pedal about 2” farther, as if it was traveling past where the floor stops its normal travel. The spring will slip right on. Then position the pedal against its upper stop to install the assembly. BE CAREFUL!!!  The spring will slam the pedal hard against its upper stop once you start moving it. It could easily cut off your finger if you let it get away from you.

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    5/02/2019 4:55 PM  #7

    Mark in CA
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    Re: Clutch pedal return spring

    Good to know, thanks MS

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