Moon Rover!
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Hello Folks, I welcome any advice and help please. 2 weeks ago whilst out for jaunt in our 1973 Rover 2000sc Rosie the Rover. I started experiencing difficulty in getting 1st gear at a stand, later found out the same problem had presented itself in getting into reverse. On further investigation, the conclusion was that the slave cylinder was leaking a small amount of fluid in the rubber boot. The slave cylinder had,had new rubber seals 5 years ago, so it was high time it was replaced. On the face of it this is the original slave cylinder and therefore 41 years old. I have therefore replaced both the Master cylinder and Slave cylinder along with a new plastic red pipe. I set everything as per the Haynes workshop manual. Much to my horror it is now even worse!! :shock: :? I now have to stop the engine, to move into 1st or reverse in order to move the car. The clutch pedal fully depressed on moving the clutch pedal no more than 15 to 20 mm the clutch is fully engaged. On getting under the car and watching the outside lever on the gearbox. This is moving 5mm which I don't think is enough to separate the the clutch plates??? If this isn't enough travel how much should I expect to see the external clutch lever move rearwards. All the measurements were taken: Clutch pedal height 170 mm 6 3/4inch. Pedal stop bolt set, so as not over stroke the Master cylinder piston. With clutch lever arm pulled to the rear of the car, there is 10mm freeplay at the end slave cylinder piston rod. and 25 thou between slave cylinder piston and circlip. I have bled the system at least 6 times to no avail. The clutch was renewed 5 years ago and the car has done a further 3500 miles since without issue.Until now. The gearbox has enough oil in Castrol 20/50. At a standstill all gears can be obtained reserve with a polite pull, this is with engine off.I don't want use until I get this put right. I don't want to wreck a good gearbox. Thankyou in anticipation. Sincerely Moon Rover (Kevin) Keeping on Rovering