Do you just pack it with grease when installling it and that will last it for its life time?
Raf
karmannghia60 Karmann Ghia Sucker
1,459 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
Where does the clutch thrust bearing get its lubrication from?
Bizarre Moderator The artist formerly known as blue74l
12,789 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
they are done
old ones were carbon
new ones are sealed bearings or such
( either that or the spray from a leaking main bearing seal :o )
old ones were carbon
new ones are sealed bearings or such
( either that or the spray from a leaking main bearing seal :o )
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karmannghia60 Karmann Ghia Sucker
1,459 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
Me no understand?? Sorry.
I am asking because I installed mine about 6 ot 7 years ago. Its a bit noisey now (when I press the pedal) so wonder if I have done it right and what should I do next time
I am asking because I installed mine about 6 ot 7 years ago. Its a bit noisey now (when I press the pedal) so wonder if I have done it right and what should I do next time
Baja Wes V6 Baja Pioneer
3,119 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
They come packed with grease and sealed up when you buy them.
When they make noise you throw them away.
There is nothing for you to grease.
When they make noise you throw them away.
There is nothing for you to grease.
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I've got a split case GB and it makes more noise when i have the clutch pedal up... ie: the gears are turing (even in neutral). When i press in the clutch, the noise goes away.. so its oppostie to a worn thrust bearing! Why does this happen? Is it just because of the old split GB?
OT
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OT
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PPS: I'll return your charger really soon! Thanks!
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KarmannGhia60
Thrust bearings just wear out... they are prepacked with grease from the factory.
unless You have the carbon type, which just wear out also.
To stop premature wear of the clutch thrust bearing, don't have the clutch pedal pushed in waiting for the traffic lights to change... only push it in to change gears... 6-7 years of city driving is probably OK for a clutch bearing..
I know its a pain in the neck having to replace it... also when You replace the clutch bearing also replace the clutch plate and spigot pilot bearing together...
cheers
Lee
Thrust bearings just wear out... they are prepacked with grease from the factory.
unless You have the carbon type, which just wear out also.
To stop premature wear of the clutch thrust bearing, don't have the clutch pedal pushed in waiting for the traffic lights to change... only push it in to change gears... 6-7 years of city driving is probably OK for a clutch bearing..
I know its a pain in the neck having to replace it... also when You replace the clutch bearing also replace the clutch plate and spigot pilot bearing together...
cheers
Lee
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Raf as Wes said
" They come packed with grease and sealed up when you buy them. When they make noise you throw them away. There is nothing for you to grease."
If there noisy remove and replace with a new one. Make sure you use new clip as well.
" They come packed with grease and sealed up when you buy them. When they make noise you throw them away. There is nothing for you to grease."
If there noisy remove and replace with a new one. Make sure you use new clip as well.
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karmannghia60 Karmann Ghia Sucker
1,459 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
Thanks, I will replace it soon (when I get all the bits & piece ready to rebuild the engine as a 1641 with dual carbs)
OT, no problems all good info
OT, no problems all good info
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I have the same problem. I havent checked the oil level in my gb yet, that may be the problem, if so i will top it up. I will let you know of the results when i get around to it.oval TOFU wrote:I've got a split case GB and it makes more noise when i have the clutch pedal up... ie: the gears are turing (even in neutral). When i press in the clutch, the noise goes away.. so its oppostie to a worn thrust bearing!
Has anyone else had this problem?
Grey 57 Old Grey Cruiser
2,937 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
that would be main shaft bearing rumble. Due to worn main bearings. Keeping the oil topped up may quiet it down a little. Only way to fix it properly is replace the bearings. big job. Split case boxes seem to be prone to this noise too.
Dunno if any of the gear oil additives would quieten them down. Any one.
Dunno if any of the gear oil additives would quieten them down. Any one.