stuck clutch

I wonder if this would work: With clutch inspection cover off, & clutch pushed in, hit the clutch disc splined center with a long skinny drift & a hammer? (If there's enough room??) Bill W.
 
This is a repeat of your question from the other day. But this one will be easy to find in the future because you put the correct subject in the title, rather than just "1931", which gives no clue to the subject.:confused::D

Have you tried what Brent said in reply #3 in this thread from "1931"?:confused:

http://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=119866

That is how I unstick a clutch. I would start in first, then at about 5 MPH shift to 2nd gear, push in the clutch, and try giving it gas, then letting off rapidly, and after a few tries it usually breaks free.:)
 
works every time.

i know a guy who pulled his motor because of this problem...that is a lot of uneccessary work for such a simple problem, but he insisted....
 
BILL WILLIAMSON said:
I wonder if this would work: With clutch inspection cover off, & clutch pushed in, hit the clutch disc splined center with a long skinny drift & a hammer? (If there's enough room??) Bill W.
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:eek: WOW ....R E A L L Y????? :rolleyes:


First, with the clutch disc recessed inside of the flywheel (see below), the chances of getting to it are pretty near non-existent, but more importantly it has to do with damaging an input shaft bearing or pilot bearing hitting it in that direction. More so, I fail to see how this could even seem plausible as a possibility to free stuck linings.

Karsyn, please overlook the advice of some here as they clearly are not versed in the 'advice' they give!! :mad:

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BRENT in 10-uh-C said:
:eek: WOW ....R E A L L Y????? :rolleyes:


First, with the clutch disc recessed inside of the flywheel (see below), the chances of getting to it are pretty near non-existent, but more importantly it has to do with damaging an input shaft bearing or pilot bearing hitting it in that direction. More so, I fail to see how this could even seem plausible as a possibility to free stuck linings.

Karsyn, please overlook the advice of some here as they clearly are not versed in the 'advice' they give!! :mad:

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Well, Brent, it was just a thought, you noticed I said, "IF THERE WAS ROOM"???
I liked your BIG RED LETTERS!! Sorry I'm NOT an "EXPURT"----Like some are:mad: Bill W.
 
don't worry bout it dad people are what they are, i guess were all guilty of it at one time or another, but some continually belittle :D i bet there is a way to get in there maybe unbolt the pressure plate through the inspection cover opening and then use my right angled spoon bar.....:D
and remember if the hood hinge pins wont move try 2 drills on on each side:eek::p
your only one statement away from a clobbering here, its a rough business

son
 
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I unstuck a clutch on a car that sat for 2 years using brake clean sprayed all over the clutch area. This was after the common method of driving the car around with the clutch pedal depressed with no results. The brake clean worked right away.
 
I have used hot water in the past; never thought about brake kleen; sounds like a great idea and little to no chance of breaking something.Chet
RonC said:
I unstuck a clutch on a car that sat for 2 years using brake clean sprayed all over the clutch area. This was after the common method of driving the car around with the clutch pedal depressed with no results. The brake clean worked right away.
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OH, No BIG DEAL, we all have typed dumb or offensive things, at times, when we don't get our BRAIN?? connected with our TWO typin' FINGERS. When I'm OFFENDED, does it change my life? I DON'T THINK SO!!! Right now, I gotta' GO EAT!! bILL w.
 
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Ed said:
Perhaps this forum should be renamed "Brents". It seems you seldom miss a chance to share your expertise, and wisdom with us little people!

This entire comment by Brent could have been handled in such a way as to not attack or belittle others. It is a shame that it was not handled differently.
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Yes, you are correct Ed. I should have handled this one and several other comments including the private e-mails differently and not aired it out personally. This had become a little more than I was willing to accept and I did handle it poorly. I do apologize to those others of you that it offended.
 
Mine stuck once a couple years ago. My grandpa shut the car off, put it in first gear and hit the starter with the clutch peddle pressed in. It jumped forward a couple feet, but then it unstuck, and since he had the clutch pressed in, it stopped moving. Idk if this would work for everyone, cuz ours hadnt been stuck for long since we use the cars so often. But this worked for us, so it may work for someone else.
 
To put more load to the stuck clutch, I would sift to second gear as I mentioned, then look for a hill to climb. With the clutch pedal down still try flooring and letting off the gas. If this still fails to break it loose, I'd try having the rear up on jack stands then shift to high gear and start the engine. Use the hand throttle to set the engine to a about 1200 RPM's and push the clutch in and hit the brakes. The sudden stopping load on the driveshaft might be enough to break it loose. Be sure to use high gear for the best stopping torque against the disc, and also to lessen any chance of ****** damage.
 
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Apology accepted! Let's move on.
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Yes, we ALL have bad days! :mad::mad:
Lying on the ground dealing with stubborn, stuck shock bolts, or a leaky oil pan could be enough to make ANYONE a bit grumpy!:D
But, that's half the fun of having an 85 year old car, isn't it??;)
 
I'm in the same boat with the OP. I drove my 31 coupe today for the first time. Warmed up the engine, shut her off, then rolled her outside. Started it up in first gear and drove around for about 10 minutes with the clutch in. gassing it and letting off didn't unstick it. Getting up a little speed and stabbing the brakes didn't unstick it. So I guess you could say I'm "stuck" with an inoperative clutch. What's next?
 
do what u are doing but instead of stabbing the brake, slowly try to lock up the service brakes hard. be sure you have some revs up, maybe 800-1000 rpm or so, but def. higher than idle.

dont give up, it has to break free. I have done this countless times over the yrs. Worst was a forklift. Took multiple tries but it finally broke free.
 
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