89 clutch replace? Hard?
auto89
03-04-2010, 07:18 PM
I have an '89 PU 4x4 6 cyl (ext. cab, SR5). 160k miles.
As far as I remember, it has the original clutch. It bucks, like the springs in the clutch are gone. But, other than that it seems to work ok.
I have some free time and was considering replacing it. Questions:
- Is that a fairly simple job?
- One man job?
- Any gotcha's, like difficulty aligning the spline when putting the transmission back on?
- I have the Toyota service manuals. Is it really as complicated as described therein? (Remove fan shroud, motor mount, jack up engine, etc.)
- Are there other manuals that illustrate the procedure better/easier?
I have lots of tools, and some experience (I've rebuilt a couple engines 20 years ago.). I have a motorcycle jack which I suppose could be used to position the transmission.
My concern is getting in a jam where I can't get it back together.
Thanks.
As far as I remember, it has the original clutch. It bucks, like the springs in the clutch are gone. But, other than that it seems to work ok.
I have some free time and was considering replacing it. Questions:
- Is that a fairly simple job?
- One man job?
- Any gotcha's, like difficulty aligning the spline when putting the transmission back on?
- I have the Toyota service manuals. Is it really as complicated as described therein? (Remove fan shroud, motor mount, jack up engine, etc.)
- Are there other manuals that illustrate the procedure better/easier?
I have lots of tools, and some experience (I've rebuilt a couple engines 20 years ago.). I have a motorcycle jack which I suppose could be used to position the transmission.
My concern is getting in a jam where I can't get it back together.
Thanks.
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