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Old 02-03-2014, 10:12 AM
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Originally Posted by DanEC View Post
I guess you are putting it in a higher gear (5th) to try to turn by the rear wheels - correct? Hate to ask as it should be obvious, but you definately have something odd going on here.

Since Brent installed the clutch and flywheel, I assume he used the proper ARP bolts and they are not too long and binding on the back of the block or bellhousing plate when the clutch is pushed and the thrust bearing clearances are taken up. Have you rotated the engine by hand at all since receiving it? It's not locked up by the starter motor is it? I guess a test would be to pull the plugs and try to rotate the motor from the balancer bolt while someone is pushing in the clutch.

I'm kind of afraid this is all pointing back to the input shaft length again or something on the clutch installation.

McLeod Racing - How To Properly Install The "Original" Street Twin.
Dan, it shouldn't matter what gear it's in or even if the engine is locked. When I press the clutch with the trans in gear it should disengage the trans from the engine and I should be able to roll the car (or turn the wheels if they are jacked up). I can turn the wheels when it is in neutral, so I know there is no problem on that end. Thanks.
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