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State two reasons why it is important to have an operating clearance between the clutch release bearing and spring diaphragm?
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Why is there operating clearance between the clutch release bearing and spring diaphragm?
If there were no operating clearance the clutch release bearing would constantly be in contact with the spring diaphragm causing wear on both the diaphragm and the bearing itself, also the bearing pushing on the diaphragm could cause the clutch friction plate to not be fully engaged and slip.
Why is it important to have an operating clearance between the clutch release bearing and spring diaphragm?
in order to prevent continuous rotation of the release bearing. This prevents premature wear of the bearing. To ensure that the full spring pressure and clamping force is applied at the clutch contact faces. This prevents clutch slip.
What is bearing clearance?
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.0010" to .0020" oil clearance
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A bearing backlash is what happens when the bearing loses motion or clearance. This tends to be caused by gaps that cause a period of non-motion.
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the bearing which have adequate clearance in bearing housing to allow thermal expansion in the shaft, are called floating bearings M.Rafique Burero
Why is it necessary to wipe dry bearing and journal before using a plastigauge when measuring bearing clearance?
You wouldn't want oil to be taking up part of your clearance and give a false reading with the plastigage.
Do release bearing acts directly upon a diaphragm spring?
Yes. (The technical terms for the parts are the throwout bearing and pressure plate)
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.002" is what I have on a fresh rebuild.
