I'm not a mechanic, but I'm trying to learn! I've got several gearbox oil leaks, so decided to get Chris Cole to do a strip down & rebuild.
However, I'm having trouble getting the box off. I've removed the exhaust, chassis cross-member, starter motor and drive shafts. The engine is "chocked" on wooden bloacks, and the gearbox is supported on a trolly jack. However, the box seems well connected to the engine, even with all bolts loostened. Am I missing something? The slave cylinder piston is still connected to the clutch release arm, Should I remove this yet?
Also, the bell housing looks like it will hit the lower member of the chassis when I move it back. Should I simply tilt the engine/gearbox slightly so that it clears?
If anyone has any ideas, I would be very grateful! Please resist the temptation to take the mickey! Everyone has to start somewhere!
Cheers,
Darren
However, I'm having trouble getting the box off. I've removed the exhaust, chassis cross-member, starter motor and drive shafts. The engine is "chocked" on wooden bloacks, and the gearbox is supported on a trolly jack. However, the box seems well connected to the engine, even with all bolts loostened. Am I missing something? The slave cylinder piston is still connected to the clutch release arm, Should I remove this yet?
Also, the bell housing looks like it will hit the lower member of the chassis when I move it back. Should I simply tilt the engine/gearbox slightly so that it clears?
If anyone has any ideas, I would be very grateful! Please resist the temptation to take the mickey! Everyone has to start somewhere!
Cheers,
Darren