Quote:
Originally Posted by Matt L
Because of the strong spring in the pressure plate pushing against the slave cylinder, pumping the clutch doesn't work as it does with the brakes. Even with drum brakes that have springs, the springs are weak enough that you can pump them up.
|
Ah. I just recall an old MGB that a friend of mine once owned. After the car sat for awhile, you had to pump the clutch pedal a few times to prompt disengagement. I had always assumed a hydraulic issue was the basis for this drill.