Re: Clutch replacement

[Autobahn01@aol.com]

In a message dated 97-10-14 16:05:33 EDT, Steve wrote:

>The one thing that I know for sure is that the clutch centering tool for 
>the 5kQ is different than that for the 4kQ.  The latter required a tool 
>that was exactly the same as the one I had for my old Audi Fox.  I have 
>had some trouble getting a line on a tool for the 5k ... and would appre-
>ciate any help that any other listers can provide on this.

Hmmm, interesting...is yours the factory tool, Steve? My old standby is the
Zelenda centering tool and it's worked out for every I5 I've done '84-'91.

>While we're at it ... does anyone know if the urQ is like a 4k or a 5k in 
>the clutch splines department?

Well, it's definately like the 5ktq as they use the same clutch components. I
haven't checked, but I *think* the number of splines are identical on all q
trans.

>I just remembered one other recommendation I left out of my earlier post 
>.... the pilot bearing.  I was burned by this one once before, so I always 
>replace the pilot bearing whenever I separate the tranny from the engine.  

Oh yeah, I'd recommend it also. I've pulled one or two without the 25$ tool
and they either come out easy or fight ya for hours....best 25$ spent.

-Cheers
Chris Semple
Autobahn01@aol.com
'87 4000q
   '83 TQC
       '83 TQC