Anyone ever try intall of a hydraulic clutch kit

[Bob Andrews]

We've used hydraulic clutches for years on the oval track cars I race. Really super-simple to set up and use, and work great. Biggest trick is rigging the pedal/cylinder, and that's not too hard. I think they do require less force, but that would depend on what bearing/cylinder combination was used.

First question: What do the Myers think of the idea?

[bezhawk]

The forces required are the same as brakes....and based on cylinder sizes.
A smaller master cylinder produces higher pressures,but with a longer stroke.
High School Physics

[okc63avanti]

First question: What do the Myers think of the idea?

Bob, I intend to find out, I'll probably call Mike next Friday and discuss with him. Even though he is restoring my car, I resist calling him every week. He is a busy man and I have learned to appreciate that his time is valuable. I usually hold the phone calls to a couple a month. I will let everyone know, though what he suggests and also what my ultimate decision is. Another member has done this install on a 62 Daytona (similar frame) and is sending me part #'s and pictures.

[sbca96]

I have a 2004 GTO with a 6 speed and a hydraulic clutch, and my '63 Avanti with a TKO
and mechanical setup. After replacing the bushings in the pedal assembly and adding a
set of bronze bushings to the linkage, the Avanti isnt THAT much harder to operate then
the GTO. I also notice there is more feel with the mechanical linkage.

Tom

[okc63avanti]

I have a 2004 GTO with a 6 speed and a hydraulic clutch, and my '63 Avanti with a TKO
and mechanical setup. After replacing the bushings in the pedal assembly and adding a
set of bronze bushings to the linkage, the Avanti isnt THAT much harder to operate then
the GTO. I also notice there is more feel with the mechanical linkage.

Tom

Tom where the bronze bushings used originally from factory or is that an improvement you made? If an improvement let me know the details of type and where you found the bronze bushings. I'm leaning towards trying out before going the hydraulic route.

[sbca96]

2938T36 SAE 863 FLANGED-SLEEVE BEARING, FOR 3/8" SHAFT DIA,1/2"OD X 1/2"L X 5/8"FLANGE OD

I thought I took some pictures of the finished part, but it seems I didnt.

Tom

[mrobertweiss]

OKC- PM me and I can send you pictures of two setups, one push, the other pull. I agree with bob andrews- a pretty straightforward solution. It does take a little engineering. Jack Vines is correct that the forces are the same, it's not a power assist, the MC/slave ratio is what determines the pressure at your foot, and the length of the throw. Bob Andrews, Jon Meyer gave me the idea and initial help a couple of years ago, and He suggested it to me for my 259 with a tremec tko 500, it Works well. The pull slave on a T56 is yet to be street-driven, but works well so far for short runs, still working on that car- thanks, m weiss

[Bob Andrews]

Do keep us posted, especially if you do it. It's got me thinking about trying it on a street car myself...