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T15 Help

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by Macgyver, Dec 20, 2018.

  1. Dec 20, 2018
    Macgyver

    Macgyver Member

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    image.jpeg image.jpeg Been gone for a while off the board. Trying to get things done when I can on my 69 CJ5. I ended up bringing the T15 transmission to a shop to have it looked at. They said it looked good and all I needed was seals. I went to pick it up and they said the shout was broken and they replaced it. That wasn't the case when I dropped it off, I'm sure they broke it. Anyway, I'm collecting parts and noticed the throw out won't fit the snout. Old bearing won't fit. The throw out is 1.37 and the new snout is 1.4. My question is: should I machine the snout to fit the bearing, find a new snout, or should I find a new bearing. I've searched for bearings which would be the easiest without much luck. The parts stores can only look up vehicles these days. Any idea's, parts numbers?
    Thanks, Cole
     
  2. Dec 20, 2018
    oldtime

    oldtime oldtime

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    You have two different bearing types shown.
    Flat face release bearing is for the 3 finger clutches....
    Are you using a diaphram type clutch or 3 finger design ?

    I may have NOS 1.4" I.D. bearing to fit but will need to know the OAL of required bearing (with carrier).
    Otherwise I suggest you turn the retainer tube down to 1.37"
     
  3. Dec 20, 2018
    Macgyver

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    image.jpeg image.jpeg Thanks for reply. The new bearing was paired with the clutch kit. The old one was with the old set up with the Buick V8 which I never saw it work.
     
  4. Dec 20, 2018
    oldtime

    oldtime oldtime

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    I never seen a diaphram type clutch use a flat faced release bearing before.
    I can only wonder whats up with that. ???

    Looks like the Mclepd fingers set out further than typical......
    I suppose that allows the flat face bearing to do it's job....

    Are you running a Dauntless 225 ?

    In the meantime...
    I'll see if I have some related bearing info.
     
  5. Dec 20, 2018
    Macgyver

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    I'm running a carbureted 95 LT1. I had the motor already, so I figure I should use it. I think this bearing problem may be the last issue at mating the two up. I'm not a clutch expert, by any means. There are many other problems that I'm working on to make it work. Thanks again.
     
  6. Dec 20, 2018
    oldtime

    oldtime oldtime

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    Yeah well 1.37 is a typical Jeep standard for many makes of clutch release carriers
    Plus it was the standard diameter that Jeep used in conjunction with the T15.
    So I personally I would suggest you turn your bearing retainer down to 1.37 OD.
    Hopefully the length supplied with your new release bearing will be of correct OAL required for your GM release fork to be properly positioned.

    I suggest you MIC. the OAL of your carrier bearing assembly before installation and pay close attention to the angle of your release fork at time of assembly.
    Release fork angle is critical so that the fork can travel sufficiently within the bellhousing window.
    To make it easier the release fork angle can normally be determined by installing of clutch components and bellhousing onto flywheel without the transmission.
     
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  7. Dec 20, 2018
    Macgyver

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    Yes, machining probably is best to use a more common bearing. I guess the OAL might not be correct to compress the fingers on the clutch. Thanks for the advise, I'll let you know what happens.
     
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