Instructions for SBC Con-OFE install on 3rd gen ??

[seafish]

I am getting ready to install the SBC Con-OFE clutch which I won here on TDR. For the life of me, I cannot find a clear set of start to finish instructions for the removal of the old clutch/flywheel and insatllation of the new clutch set. I have found different tips and tricks, but not a single set of instructions. I was SURE that there was a thread on TDR that described the process, but I cannot find it. Even the articles in TDR do not describe the process in step by step format, or even cover the complete installation on a 3rd gen. I am a competent DIY mechanic, but have NOT intsalled a clutch in 15 years or so. I will be putting the truck up on blocks, as well as renting a transmission jack and have the help of a freind, but a "step-by-step" guide would be EXTREMELY helpful... Can anyone help me out here ?? TIA

 

[Prairie Dog]

Doesn't the clutch come with any guidelines? I know the flywheel requires a special conical or something like that, machining. .

 

[seafish]

Doesn't the clutch come with any guidelines? I know the flywheel requires a special conical or something like that, machining. .

You know I haven't opened up the boxes, just assumed that there were no vehicle specific instructions...



I'll check tomorrow and report back !!

 

[SRadke]

There may be instructions for the clutch itself, in the box but not for complete job. It's basically simple, pull the trans out, swap the clutch, put the trans back in. If you want a more specific step by step I suggest you look to the factory service manual.

-Scott

 

[sag2]

Sorry, can't get the photos to copy. Most of this is for Dual Mass.



DISC-CLUTCH

REMOVAL

1. Support engine with wood block and adjustable

jack stand, to prevent strain on engine mounts.

2. Remove transmission and transfer case, if

equipped.

3. If pressure plate (3) will be reused, mark (2) the

position on flywheel (1) with paint or scriber. Also

note location marks on the pressure next to the

bolt holes. The mark will be a L or a circle with an

X in it.

4. Insert clutch alignment tool (3) through pressure

plate (2) and into pilot bushing, to hold disc in

place while removing bolts.

5. Loosen pressure plate bolts evenly, a few threads

at a time and in a diagonal pattern to prevent warping

the plate.

6. Remove bolts completely and remove pressure

plate, disc and alignment tool.

INSTALLATION

CAUTION: Before installing a clutch disc on 5. 9 L

Diesel with Dual Mass Flywheel and self-adjusting

pressure plate, the pressure plate must be reset.

Failure to reset the pressure will result in damage

to the clutch disc.

1. Check runout and free operation of new clutch

disc.

2. Lubricate crankshaft pilot bearing with a NLGI - 2

rated grease.

3. Install clutch alignment tool in clutch disc hub with

the raised side of hub is facing away from the flywheel.

NOTE: Flywheel side is imprinted on the disc face.

4. Install alignment tool (3) in pilot bearing and position

disc on the flywheel (1).

5. Position pressure plate over disc (2) and onto the flywheel.

6. Align and hold pressure plate in position and install bolts finger tight.

7. Tighten bolts evenly and a few threads at a time in a diagonal pattern.

CAUTION: Bolts must be tightened evenly and to specified torque to avoid warping pressure plate cover.

8. Tighten pressure plate bolts to:

² V6 & V8 Engines - 50 N·m (37 ft. lbs. )

² V10 & Diesel Engines - 30 N·m (22 ft. lbs. )

9. Remove release lever (3) and release bearing from

clutch housing (1). Apply Mopar™ high temperature

bearing grease to bore (4) of release bearing,

release lever (5) contact surfaces and release lever

pivot stud (2).

10. Apply light coat of Mopar™ high temperature

bearing grease to splines (3) of transmission input

shaft (1) and to release bearing slide surface of

the transmission front bearing retainer (2).

CAUTION: Do not over lubricate shaft splines. This

can result in grease contamination of the disc.

11. Wipe pilot bearing surface clean.

12. Install release lever and bearing in clutch housing.

Verify spring clips (2) that retain lever on pivot ball

(4) and release bearing (3) are installed properly.

NOTE: If release lever is installed correctly, the

lever part number will be toward the bottom of the

transmission and right side up. There is also a

stamped “I” in the lever which goes to the pivot

ball side of the transmission.

13. Install transmission and transfer case if equipped.

14. Check fluid level in clutch master cylinder.

 

[seafish]

Well, I opened up the boxes from SBC and found no instructions, either vehicle specific or general. So I gave them a call and the nice person who answered the phone directed me to their website here--

http://www.southbendclutch.com/instructions/g56.pdf

These are oem removal and SBC clutch installation instructions, including step-by-step instructions specifically for the G56 transmission and DMF in my truck.
They also include specific notes and tips for confusing and/or problem areas specific to the G56/DMF set-up. They also include all torque values for installation.

SBC has really done their homework here. With their guidance. as wellas tips gleaned from TDR, I look forward to installing the new clutch and reporting back. Thanks for all the help so far !!!