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Putting in a clutch - 2/12/2008 2:49:13 AM

BigAl88

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Hi, just joined and looking for some advice. I have a 1989 S-10 Blazer, 4.3L, 4x4, automatic. I was wondering how hard it would be to put a clutch in that. I'm getting ready to overhaul the engine this summer and maybe shift kit the tranny. I've got some lifters sticking when i first start it up and maybe a rod knock so its getting tore down. I was just wondering if i could put a clutch in while i had everything out, or is it even worth it? Thanks in advance.

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RE: Putting in a clutch - 2/12/2008 6:05:06 PM

shawnvw

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worth every penny. If you are going through the labour of removing the engine, it will take all of about 45mins to replace the clutch. If you get a rebuilt, not only are they fairly cheap, but most come with the tool needed to center the clutch when you bolt the pressure plate back on.

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RE: Putting in a clutch - 3/8/2008 2:10:30 AM

2tallcustomz

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is an auto or manual? if it is auto there is no clutch. are you wanting to go from auto to manual?

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RE: Putting in a clutch - 3/9/2008 11:58:44 PM

BigAl88

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It has the 700-R4 in it and i'd like to convert it to manual.

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RE: Putting in a clutch - 3/10/2008 1:34:13 PM

2tallcustomz

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ok. you can pick a decent 5 speed almost anywhere. as far a putting in the clutch setup the easiest way to do it and cheapest would be to go to a salvage yard and pick up all the parts you need as far as clutch pedal, linkage, and resvoir and slave cylinder go. the problem comes in that most 5 speeds or manual trans around those years where a hydrualic setup. you will have to run hydrualic lines and drill a hole in the firewall to run the plunger for the resevoir.cable type set up were a little more rare to find but if you can find one it would be much easier to setup. you will also have to get a flywheel and new clutch and pressure plate. i would save time and money in the long run by buying a new flywheel, clutch, and pressure plate.

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