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Hi guys ,I'm restoring a 46 half-ton, with a 216 and a three speed. I noticed the clutch pedal hits the pedal support underneath when pushed. The clutch does disengage but even with the adjustment tightened all the way, it will hit. I measured how tall the pressure plate is and it is about one- half inch shallower than the original,of course this is a " correct replacement clutch ". The cab isn't on yet but the tranny, torque tube etc. is all installed and restored. Having no cab I can't guess the toe board angle to see what I need. I don't want to bend the throw-out bearing arm or grind the pedal box... yet , but I don't want to install the newly painted cab then have to remove the tranny, torque tube etc to change a clutch ( if the right one exists ), any thoughts? Thanks ,Jim Brown

Jim
I just recently asked the same or very similar question. I too am at this same stage with my '46 half ton. It seems even if the clutch is adjusted correctly at this stage, a long shot apparently, it may not be correct to allow for toe board clearances whenever the cab is installed. I have, for now, adjusted the clutch to where I can see, with the inspection cover removed, the spring diaphragm engaged by the bearing and slightly move the "fingers" forward. The plan is to do a final adjustment later.
If I have misunderstood the process etc., I am certain someone will offer correction.

I'm not clear on what the pedal hits? I do know there are different thickness throw out bearings. That can change the position of the fork. Mine is a three speed and adjusts fine. When you get to the clutch and break return springs there is an extension wire required on one of the pedals to keep the spring from interfering with the other pedal. I have some photos and Harold46 often can help too.

The bottom of the pedal,the hook that holds the the actuating hook will hit . Without the floorboard it is tough to judge how much pedal movement is necessary. How far off the floorboard do the pedals sit? Thanks for the great replies. The photos are great. The power of Ancient Rome was the Forum,it is nice to see some things do not change

My truck is in WA and Iam in MI but the pedals sit at least 4 inches above the floor board maybe more.