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ZUKIWORLD Discussion Forum => Suzuki 4x4 Forum => Topic started by: mntracker on August 19, 2006, 02:35:32 PM

Title: Problems................
Post by: mntracker on August 19, 2006, 02:35:32 PM

Ok, got my 92 Tracker 5 speed stuck in a deep ditch today. Got it out finally, but now it doesn't go over 25 MPH. My guess- the clutch is hashed. Any other things it could be? And, if it is the clutch, how much to fix, or have someone else fix for me.

Title: Re: Problems................
Post by: HotRod on August 19, 2006, 03:48:52 PM

The clutch could be full of mud,debris or water.

Title: Re: Problems................
Post by: Mike71 on August 19, 2006, 06:38:09 PM

well my clutch is very close to its death and the best price i can find in sac is 450-480$.

not sure how hard it is to do your self

Title: Re: Problems................
Post by: daddyizzle on August 19, 2006, 08:29:29 PM

Easy for a novice, but you may run into some rusty bolts on exaust, etc. Also manuvering the tranny back can be difficult but doable. Just take your time and be careful not to cross-thread any nuts or bolts. Get a helper for the lifting if it feels too heavy, preferably some one that has done a clutch before. When you drop the tranny, check for leaks. This would be a good time to replace the rear seal if you think it might leak. Easy, and only a $10.00 seal. Much easier than having to drop it again like I did just to replace a seal. Also a good time to check the transfer case, and do a good cleaning.

I have done a couple of these drunk (with friends) and would recommend leaving the beer in the fridge until it's done.  I did the last one myself in less than 8 hours. so a weekend set aside should be ok. Just try to have the parts all lined up even if you have to take some back.

Good luck! Adam

Title: Re: Problems................
Post by: john1974 on August 20, 2006, 05:11:35 AM

Mntracker I take it your from minnesota?? so am I, did the clutch start smoking real bad?? might be just full of mudd in there...worth a check I guess to save some cash. clutches arent that tough to do, just time consuming.

John

Title: Re: Problems................
Post by: mntracker on August 20, 2006, 04:59:17 PM

Yeah I am from Truman, down by Fairmont, Mankato. Did see some smoke, and smell, but I figured it was the tires, was in some high weeds. The front drive-shaft was wrapped in weeds, am going to dig deeper today.

Title: Re: Problems................
Post by: mntracker on August 20, 2006, 05:50:29 PM

Oh I see your from Milaca, dated a girl from there once..................

Title: Re: Problems................
Post by: mntracker on August 28, 2006, 07:43:46 PM

Gonna have it replaced $100 for clutch on ebay, and $350 for labor.