Alvin,

My '36 Chevy pickup has a "hair trigger" clutch engagement and I understand that problem wasn't solved until the 1938 model year. I really have to pay attention to get smooth clutch engagement. There is no progressive feel to it. If I had the restoration to do over I'd adapt a late model pressure plate onto the '36 flywheel. I have a 1971 Dodge van that bought new and its clutch engagement has always been silky smooth. Even from a stop on a steep uphill the clutch is perfectly smooth and easy to operate.

I'd find a modern pressure plate the right diameter and use that. Your friend should also resurface the flywheel while it's accessible.


Ray