clutch pedal binding?

I've narrowed it down to the throw-out bearing likely NFG. Was hoping for a "easier" fix, but I have come to the conclusion as the throw-out bearing builts heat, it begins to stick on the input shaft.

to replace the throw-out, I like to replace the transmission bolts with long studs that allow me to slide the trans rearward enough to remove the throw-out bearing and polish out any defects I might find on the shaft.




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I did exactly that ....