gte clutch

[gtownboy81]

i went to replace the clutch on my gte today but according to the haynes manual only a gsi needs the gearbox removed, so when i removed the wheel there was no plug on the end cover! does the gearbox have to be removed?????

[comptoncj]

On an f13 you need to take the end cover off the cluster and take out a bolt and a pin IIRC, then the input shaft can be slid back, the fiddly bit is getting the clip out. then you need the tools to compress the clutch.

[gtownboy81]

i have got the tools for the clutch removal, the 3 clips etc, will i need another tool for compresing it or can this be done with the pedal?

[comptoncj]

nah you just need those bud and can do it by someone pressing the clutch :)

[gtownboy81]

nice one mate, i think the hardest bit should be taking the end cover off lol

[comptoncj]

Theyre ok, just be ready to catch the oil! I did one a couple of months ago, didnt take me very long.

[gtownboy81]

i take it that i will have to replace the gasket aswell?

[comptoncj]

depends, take it off carefully and the put it back with sealant, thats what i did.