Just picked up all the parts for Ron's heim joint clutch pedal mod. I will be starting the project soon. Just checking to see if there is anything I should know before I start. Thanks
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89 F350 7.3 IDI Diesel, 110,000 miles, Black and silver, single cab long. 4x4 XLT Lariat. 5 Speed Manual, very clean truck. Banks sidewinder kit, 4" dual stainless magnaflow exhaust, 4" skyjacker suspension kit with rear add leafs. Chrome Pro Comp wheels, 35" Pro Comp Mud Terrains.
Goldie 1990 F-350 Custom 4x4 C/C DRW conversion. 7.3L Banks non-waste gated turbo, ZF-5 with 4" custom Exhaust complimenting a RDT venturi system, Autometer Pyro and boost 2 gauge pillarpod and your standard compliment of mechanical gauges. Clutch pedal Heim joint mod.
The Beef 1989 F-350 Lariat C/C DRW 7.3L N/A, ZF-5. Clutch pedal heim joint mod. Original price $500.00.
Currently slated for an extreme makeover ground up restoration.
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As far as the modification goes?
Clutch pedal is now stout and constant from the top of the pedal to the bottom of travel. No more pushing for a starting out gear accompanied by the "mash the clutch pedal to the floorboard" syndrom.
As for how?
Now I can easily disengage the clutch pedal to start the truck(s) and shift thru the gears without "grinding a pound"
Cost effectiveness was also a great factor considering the cost of replacement parts from the dealership or aftermarket locations versus total parts cost of the entire mod(under $10.00) [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggrin.gif[/img]
Goldie 1990 F-350 Custom 4x4 C/C DRW conversion. 7.3L Banks non-waste gated turbo, ZF-5 with 4" custom Exhaust complimenting a RDT venturi system, Autometer Pyro and boost 2 gauge pillarpod and your standard compliment of mechanical gauges. Clutch pedal Heim joint mod.
The Beef 1989 F-350 Lariat C/C DRW 7.3L N/A, ZF-5. Clutch pedal heim joint mod. Original price $500.00.
Currently slated for an extreme makeover ground up restoration.
Mater 2007 F-250 Lariat 4x4 6.9L IDI, T-19 trans pushing a 7'6" Western plow. Completely assembled from the tires up!
Hey Dog catcher, is this the heim joint I need? http://cgi.ebay.com/Left-hand-3-8-x-...QQcmdZViewItem
Also, I'm a little big to be wallowing around under a dashboard, would it be worth removing the master cylinder and doing the grinding and stuff from a standing position?
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CG,
Yes that will do the trick. Right in the ball park for pricing too.
As far as pulling the master cylinder yes it would be easier, but keep in mind you'll have to bleed out the slave afterwards. You will still have to get under there to remove the tab on the clutch pedal assembly to grind the post off there. Tried leaving it on the second truck but gave in as the post was not only tack welded into place but pressed onto the tab as well. PITA. Much easier to remove the tab. 2 good smacks with a hammer and punch and all is good.
If'n you were a little closser or feel like a road trip, would be happy to give ya a hand. [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggrin.gif[/img]
Goldie 1990 F-350 Custom 4x4 C/C DRW conversion. 7.3L Banks non-waste gated turbo, ZF-5 with 4" custom Exhaust complimenting a RDT venturi system, Autometer Pyro and boost 2 gauge pillarpod and your standard compliment of mechanical gauges. Clutch pedal Heim joint mod.
The Beef 1989 F-350 Lariat C/C DRW 7.3L N/A, ZF-5. Clutch pedal heim joint mod. Original price $500.00.
Currently slated for an extreme makeover ground up restoration.
Mater 2007 F-250 Lariat 4x4 6.9L IDI, T-19 trans pushing a 7'6" Western plow. Completely assembled from the tires up!
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