Diaphragm clutch in a 1972 Duster?

[darndart]

Is anyone running a diaphragm style clutch in their Duster? I read somewhere that you should unhook the over center spring on the clutch pedal to run one, does anyone know for sure?

 

[cudascott]

Yes you need to remove the clutch pedal return spring
with a diaphragm pressure plate

 

[darndart]

Yes you need to remove the clutch pedal return spring
with a diaphragm pressure plate

That’s what I read, just wanted to double check. Thanks!

 

[dano]

I run one in my Dart. A McLeod. Pull the spring.

 

[darndart]

I run one in my Dart. A McLeod. Pull the spring.

Thanks!

 

[3406pk]

I run a diaphragm type on my 340 Challenger and removed the over center spring. It makes it a pleasure to drive; even drove in a parade without leg fatigue.

 

[darndart]

I run a diaphragm type on my 340 Challenger and removed the over center spring. It makes it a pleasure to drive; even drove in a parade without leg fatigue.

Exactly what I wanted to hear. Thanks.

 

[Oldmanmopar]

Add a heavier fork return spring for end play after you remove the over center spring.

 

[Dartnut]

I run a Centerforce diaphragm clutch in my '74 Dart Sport 360 4 speed.
It works awesome, and I removed the over center spring as well, (it tells you that in the instructions).
Just so you know, removing the spring with the pedals in the car is a PITA.
Stacking coins, washers, etc. in the spring didn't work for me.
I ended up cutting it out with a small die grinder with a cut off wheel.
Also, it's much easier with the pedal set out and the front seat removed........

 

[darndart]

I run a Centerforce diaphragm clutch in my '74 Dart Sport 360 4 speed.
It works awesome, and I removed the over center spring as well, (it tells you that in the instructions).
Just so you know, removing the spring with the pedals in the car is a PITA.
Stacking coins, washers, etc. in the spring didn't work for me.
I ended up cutting it out with a small die grinder with a cut off wheel.
Also, it's much easier with the pedal set out and the front seat removed........

Good to know! Thanks!

 

[drewmac]

Does anyone have an diagram showing the springs etc? A diaphragm clutch was installed before I got my car and the pedal dies not "return". I have a video if what I am talking about but it says it is too big to attach.

 

[drewmac]

Does anyone have an diagram showing the springs etc? A diaphragm clutch was installed before I got my car and the pedal dies not "return". I have a video if what I am talking about but it says it is too big to attach.

Just found it in my Chilton manual. Good to go hopefully.