clutch master or slave issues!!!!!

[fl327]

hey i really love my 327z

but i have this problem which bugs me

i cant get reverse to engage in my car unless i turn it off throw it in rvs. then turn the car back on and hit thegas

its a muncie 4spd and it sucks

im using a 240z clutch slave and master setup and im wondering if i should upgrade to a bigger setup like a 280z or so

so that i can engage reversewithout turning the car off. its a pain.......

[pparaska]

I'd try a larger diameter Master Cylinder. This is a known problem with using the Datsun hydraulics to actuate the GM clutch fork - not enough throw. Not enough throw and you get not enough clutch disengagement and it's harder to shift.

 

The stock Datsun MC is 5/8" diameter, you probably only need to go with a 3/4" diameter one.

 

If you use an aftermarket piece, most are too long if you want to keep the windshield washer bottle in place. I've used the JTR recommended AP Racing ones, but they are pricey. The one I have on my car now is a Girling remote resevoir unit that I used a handfull of AN fittings to mount the remote filter to it, offset to the passenger side and toward the firewall. AN fittings aren't cheap either!

 

The other option is to make a new place on the clutch fork that's closer to the fork's pivot. Not easy, especially with it in the car!

 

HTH,

Pete

 

[This message has been edited by pparaska (edited October 28, 2000).]

[Guest Locutus]

my soulution would be to not worry about the windsheild washer bottle, as a universal one can be fitted where ever there is space, then use the most economical master cylinder you can find that fits your needs

 

Mike

[Guest Fast Frog]

FL 327:

 

If your'e going to a larger master cyl, go with the 13/16". I had a problem similiar to yours with a 3/4". The 13/16" cured the problem!!