93 Clutch replacement and Install
Posted: August 25th, 2004, 10:05 pm
I somehow got suckered into replacing the clutch for a buddy's buddy. I've got the shop and tools, but not much experience with FWD drivetrains. I know Mazda logic pretty well (the imense use of 12mm, 14mm, 17mm, 19mm, and 52mm drivetrain bolts/nuts, and the 7-jointed ratchetting arms that are needed to reach some of the bolts.
Anyhow, my main concern is weather or not I need to pull the engine to replace the clutch. I'm used to RWD vehicles, where replacing the clutch is as easy as unbolting the bellhousing, and sliding the tranny back 6 inches.
Also, the clutch kit the guy bought doesn't include a pilot bearing or pilot bearing seal. How important is this going to be? I know you're supposed to replace the bearing and seal with any clutch work, but the local mazda dealer has to order parts in because their parts dept is pretty dinky.
I don't really feel like holding this over the weekend for a $4.00 part
If you guys know any hints or procedures to make it go fast and easy let me know. Like I said, I don't have much experience with FWD drivetrains, so any help is appreciated!
Anyhow, my main concern is weather or not I need to pull the engine to replace the clutch. I'm used to RWD vehicles, where replacing the clutch is as easy as unbolting the bellhousing, and sliding the tranny back 6 inches.
Also, the clutch kit the guy bought doesn't include a pilot bearing or pilot bearing seal. How important is this going to be? I know you're supposed to replace the bearing and seal with any clutch work, but the local mazda dealer has to order parts in because their parts dept is pretty dinky.
I don't really feel like holding this over the weekend for a $4.00 part
If you guys know any hints or procedures to make it go fast and easy let me know. Like I said, I don't have much experience with FWD drivetrains, so any help is appreciated!