Last fall the clutch on my 1950 TEA20 would no longer disengage. I just got the clutch out this afternoon and discovered that someone had forgotten to put the S-shaped clip in the end of one of the clutch finger pins, allowing the pin to work its way out! This meant that the clutch wouldn't disengage on 1 of the 3 fingers. Luckily, the pin didn't travel any further than just far enough to let go of the finger. Question: What to use for a new clip? Some hard wire? While I have it apart, it's getting new bearings, a new friction plate and new seals. The old clutch doesn't look worn in the least, which is too bad, but I'll just clean it up and put it away in a box until someone needs it. :) Question: For the rear engine seal, do I need to drain some of the oil? How about for the front transmission seal? I was planning on lowering the levels in both areas, but am curious as to whether it's required.
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