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Revisited; Clutch chain linkage pics

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by willysnut, Jul 9, 2004.

  1. willysnut

    willysnut Banned

    Well it's finally installed and test driven. Converted my jeep to chain linkage for the clutch. Cost approx $44. Reduced pedal pressure to half of what is was. I thought the AA linkage kit wouldn't work for me with a PTO shaft running through the same area. I left the sprocket uncovered for now 'cause it's mounted on the lower side of my bracket. The hole setup is tucked way up out of the way of rocks and crapola that could bind it up. I used a new MB clutch cable-it's shorter than my removed cable. I used an 7075-T6 aircraft aluminum fabricated bracket instead of steel. Check out my pics at this link:
    http://community.webshots.com/user/fallout96
     
    Last edited: Mar 1, 2007
    willysnut, Jul 9, 2004
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  2. James P. Enderwies

    James P. Enderwies Sponsor

    willysnut: Just goes to show thats there's more than one way to skin a cat, right? :)
     
    James P. Enderwies, Jul 9, 2004
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  3. willysnut

    willysnut Banned

    Yeah, I want to thank all that inspired me to modify my 'ol 56.
     
    willysnut, Jul 9, 2004
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  4. Project71-5

    Project71-5 BACON

    Nice work!!! Looks better than mine :)
     
    Project71-5, Jul 9, 2004
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  5. timgr

    timgr We stand on the shoulders of giants. 2022 Sponsor

    Very neat. Made from parts? I'd think the materials would cost more than $4.
     
    timgr, Jul 9, 2004
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  6. willysnut

    willysnut Banned

    oops

    Sorry, with the scrounging for parts it still came to $45. Even though $4 sounds better.
     
    willysnut, Jul 9, 2004
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  7. 53 m38a1 w/225

    53 m38a1 w/225 New Member

    do you have a list of the parts?
     
    53 m38a1 w/225, Jul 14, 2004
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  8. willysnut

    willysnut Banned

    Will post soon.
     
    willysnut, Jul 15, 2004
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  9. panzer

    panzer Super Mod Staff Member

    Outstanding job!!!! Looking forward to the parts list.
    Been thinking about doing that upgrade. :stout: :stout:
     
    panzer, Jul 15, 2004
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  10. beeser

    beeser Member

    Nice work!
     
    beeser, Jul 15, 2004
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  11. willysnut

    willysnut Banned

    List

    Here we go! :beer:
    Parts list are as follows and can be suited to your application.
    18" of #40 roller chain
    (2) #40 masterlinks
    (1) 17 tooth sprocket assy(with bearing) avail at Tractor Supply Co. 1/2" mount hole.
    (2) AA connectors (connects chain to cable/rodend)AA p/n 716642
    (1) 5/16" rodend (avail at AA p/n 716641 or an aircraft supply company)
    (1) 4"x8"X 3/16" plate bent approx 45deg, size to your application.
    Grade 8 hardware to mount sprocket/bearing assy and to bolt bracket to frame.
    (1) MB Jeep clutch release cable (9.5" long) you can use your own removed cable, I had a PTO to work around.
    (2) 5/16"-18 threaded nuts for clutch adjustment.

    Several parts were purchased from AA at 800 350-2223. As replacements for their chain linkage kit p/n 716640. :beer:
    I want to thank all who inspired me to put this on my CJ :hurrican:
     
    willysnut, Jul 15, 2004
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