Mc Leod Pressure Plate - Manual (Page 4)

Important Clutch Installation Hints
The following check list is a reminder of the necessary inspection points
and precautions required insuring a trouble-free clutch installation.
Installation / Do’s
1) Determine cause of original clutch failure. Cause of first clutch failure (if not wear) MUST be found and
corrected. If oil is present on clutch plate, cause of leak MUST
2) Check splines on transmission input shaft for signs of abnormal wear or twisting. Slide new disc on spline
by hand gently to check fit. Disc should move FREELY on splines.
be corrected before installation of new clutch
unit.
3) Remove ALL oil or grease from friction surfaces on flywheel and cover assembly. Surfaces MUST
4) To insure proper operation, friction surface of flywheel
be clean
and dry. Also clean input shaft spline with a wire brush. Lubricate with dry graphite spray if needed.
MUST
5) If throw-out bearing is worn, replace it, better now than later.
be resurfaced. Check dowel pins, they must
be smooth and straight.
6) Closely inspect pilot bearing or bushing for excessive wear to avoid transmission shaft misalignment.
Replace it if any doubts.
7) Use clutch alignment tool to insure disc and cover are properly aligned with pilot bearing.
8) If using an aftermarket scatter shield/bell housing, checking center hole run-out is highly recommended.
9) Be sure all special type bolts, if any, are replaced in their proper locations.
10) Torque all clutch cover bolts evenly, to factory recommended spec, using a progressive “criss-cross”
tightening pattern.
11) Before completing installation, inspect all clutch linkage parts (fork, clevis, pins, etc.) for signs of wear and
replace ALL worn pieces. Grease all pivot points in linkage system.
12) Adjust clutch pedal “free play” to correct specifications. Throw-out bearing should not be tight against
clutch fingers. 1/8” – ¼” is recommended, except cable linkage.
Installation / Don’ts Torque Specs
1) Don’t let any grease or oil contact ANY friction Surface. 5/16-18 Grade 8 25 Ft/Lbs
2) Don’t use an impact (air gun) to tighten cover bolts. 3/8-16 Grade 8 35 Ft/Lbs
3) Don’t let transmission weight rest on input shaft during 7/16-20 Grade 8 65 Ft/Lbs
installation. ½-20 Grade 8 75 Ft/Lbs
Limited Warranty
McLeod Racing LLC, Products are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for the period of ninety (90) days, from
the date of purchase. McLeod does not warrant or make any representations concerning its products when not installed and used strictly in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions for such; installation and operation, and in accordance with good installation and
maintenance practices of the automotive industry. McLeod will not be held liable for the labor charges and other intangible or consequent
losses that might be claimed as a result of the failure of any part, nor shall it be liable for damages or injury to persons or property resulting
from the misuse or improper installation of any part subject to this warranty.
No merchandise may be returned for any reason unless prior return merchandise authorization number (RMA) has been obtained from
McLeod.
McLeod reserves the right to examine all parts returned for warranty claim to determine whether or not any such part has failed because of
a defect in material or workmanship. McLeod obligation under this warranty shall be limited to repairing, replacing or crediting, at its
option, any part found to be defective. All products returned to McLeod for warranty inspection must be prepaid by the customer under this
warranty. There are no other warranties, either expressed or implied, which extend beyond those set forth in the preceding paragraph.
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