Should i replace my clutch?

[Tireguy87]

Little background here. '67 F135 with 88,000 original miles. Sat for at least 20 years before I rescued it. I've been driving it some now that I have replaced a lot of mechanical things.

I've started noticing that it's becoming harder to get the old 3 speed into gear. Reverse grinds when I back out of the garage and it's hard to get it into 2nd when I make a turn. When I take off from a dead stop, the whole truck wants to shake no matter how slow I let off the clutch and it also seems like there isn't much pedal left when the clutch finally engages.

Having never replaced a clutch I'm wondering if these are symptoms of a bad one. At the very least, this thing is 20 years old if not original. So how tough of a job is it? Who sells the best replacement? Is there anything else I should do while I have it torn down?

Thanks

 

[krzyabncanuck]

First thing first, have you checked the fluid level in the clutch master cylinder ?

 

[krzyabncanuck]

And if it does end up needing a clutch put into it make sure to have the flywheel turned.

I get my clutches from Carolina Clutch. But there are alot of people that sell clutch kits.

 

[Tireguy87]

First thing first, have you checked the fluid level in the clutch master cylinder ?

Yes. And just to add, MC and slave were replaced when I bought the truck.

 

[mruff]

I would say it.s due for one. Get your flywheel turned. Thats a must otherwise it.s likely your new clutch will shutter also. Also buy a quality clutch kit. I would also recommend staying away from the three fingers and get the multiple. Just my opinion

 

[Tireguy87]

I would say it.s due for one. Get your flywheel turned. Thats a must otherwise it.s likely your new clutch will shutter also. Also buy a quality clutch kit. I would also recommend staying away from the three fingers and get the multiple. Just my opinion

Like one from a later year model?