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I should give a special thanks to Ray Garbe at TRutlands, Daniel at Ricambi, Joe and Gretchen at Polar Bear Inc, John DiGiacoma at East Coast...
Well, it's now been over 200 miles since the new clutch release bearing and the 512TR is running beautifully (and on all 12 cylinders!). As...
Check the clutch release bearing. It's in a very hostile environment.
PS: I'm NEVER doing this again. I figure I'll be in my 80's when it's time for the next major. If I'm still alive and driving, I'll pay my...
I do have some parts left over (brand new), specifically the air filters, fuel filters, tensioner bearings, thermostats and shim kits that I will...
So, the GRAND TOTAL of expenses for my DIY 512TR Major Service was $8,543.45. The enjoyment and pride in doing it yourself is priceless. Plus,...
And Flash is correct. If you don't have a lift and an engine crane and a stand to hold the engine, better borrow them or don't attempt the...
And while the engine was out and sitting on the stand (you DO have an engine stand, don't you?), it seemed like a good idea to replace the...
Oh, I'm not done yet. And yes, a crane is a necessity.
I opted for a new Sanden (not a knock-off) AC compressor from Polar Bear along with a new high side fitting and R-134 service ports to make AC...
Well, the major service is done and the mighty 512TR has now passed 200 miles with no problems, so hopefully all is well. No noises, no leaks,...
How difficult is it to take that apart? Can it all be done from inside the trunk or do I have to remove the front clip?
I also needed a junction for two 8 gauge wires in the a/c dryer compartment. I got this piece on Amazon also. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
A schematic was created, wires cut, stripped and crimped, heat shrink tubing heated, wires labeled and everything arranged in an orderly fashion....
A search on Amazon found this automobile electrical junction/distribution block (much beefier than the previous piece of crap), and a trip to...
Earlier in the week I decided to replace the electrical junction boxes I had installed many years ago. I used pieces designed for car stereo...
The driveshaft sealing O-rings were set in place and the drive shaft inserted into the transmission. The bell housing was then placed over the...
The new Hill Engineering Clutch Release Bearing assembly was lubricated with some brake fluid on the seals. The thrust assembly was inspected for...
Sunday was re-assembly day. I cleaned up the fingers of the pressure plate with a 2" scotch brite pad on my cordless drill. There were no burrs...
New Hill assembly from Ricambi will be at my door tomorrow for $430.20. I'll make a not to change the bearing as part of my next major in 15 years...
