Replacing throw out bearing

[cocoasranger]

I was just congratulating myself on finishing the auto to Mazda trans switch when I discovered that the "new" slave cylinder I bought is slowly dripping brake fluid.

Do I have to completely pull everything back apart, or can the trans be unbolted and slid back so a new slave can be installed under the truck without pulling of the transfer case and the rest? Any ideas?

 

[rickcdewitt]

i was able to leave the tranny cross member in place and scoot the tranny and t-case back so i could change the clutch and flywheel.you should be able to also.if you take out the tranny mount it will drop enough to give you room.

 

[cocoasranger]

Thanks for the tip. The slave I bought was supposed to be new, but had sat on the guy's shelf for a couple years. I'm hoping it will seal up since it's not worn out and the seal may just be a little stiff. Usually I'm not that lucky.

 

[Hardwareman]

I'm never that lucky!

Sorry to hear that, but it's happened to me before as well. I had to pull it all back out and replace the slave with a new one. At least mines a 2wd. Good luck.



Allen