[AT] Clutch Decision

[Mike Sloane]

If it were me, I wouldn't replace anything. I would just remove the rust 
from the flywheel and pressure plate, clean up the disc, and put the 
whole thing back together. Slipping the clutch a little works wonders 
for polishing the components.

Others may feel differently about this...

Mike

On 7/29/2010 1:10 PM, Ben Wagner wrote:
> Hello,
>
> My 1945 Farmall A had a stuck clutch which turned out to be the pressure
> plate rusted to the "driven member" clutch disk.  There is no rust pitting.
>
> What should I do? I was told that replacing the clutch is the best
> option.  However, the total will come to about $180.  I don't mind
> spending the money, but since the two halves separated without damage,
> can I reuse the clutch?  I also read that you can "slip" the clutch
> slightly and burn off the old rust if you reinstall it.
>
> Could I clean the rust off the pressure plate and only buy the "driven
> member" or even the other way around?
>
> And advice would be appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
> Ben Wagner