4-Speed Clutch and Shifter Linkage • The Dodge Challenger Message Board

by **Moparman1972** » 09 Mar 2009 22:08

These are pictures out of a YearOne restoration book for B/E-Bodies.

by **Jon** » 10 Mar 2009 1:20

Good information too have around, looks pretty accurate. :thumbsup:

I'll say that linkage can be confusing to install if it's been while . :s008:

by **Eddie** » 10 Mar 2009 1:43

Just remember to omit the over-centering spring if you are going to use a Diaphragm stlye clutch assembly. You wont need it, and the clutch pedal will 'drop' to the floor if used. :lol:

by **Moparman1972** » 10 Mar 2009 2:02

airfuelEddie wrote:Just remember to omit the over-centering spring if you are going to use a Diaphragm stlye clutch assembly. You wont need it, and the clutch pedal will 'drop' to the floor if used.

.............wait, what? :confused:

by **Eddie** » 10 Mar 2009 14:07

Moparman1972 wrote:
airfuelEddie wrote:Just remember to omit the over-centering spring if you are going to use a Diaphragm stlye clutch assembly. You wont need it, and the clutch pedal will 'drop' to the floor if used.

.............wait, what?

The original style manual transmission clutches were Borg&Beck style. This required a over cenetring spring to aid in clutch let off or deployment. As you pushed on the clutch pedal, the over centering spring helped to assist the driver as they pressed on the pedal/clutch. I think the design engineers had to 'aid' women and dudes with chicken legs! :lol:

When using a diaphragm style clutch the spring isnt needed. And if used the pedal will be forced to the floorboards! I use a McCleod Street Twin. It's a diaphragm style clutch, no overcentering spring is needed. The spring is huge and very powerful. be careful removing it.