The Stovebolt Site Forums The Shop Area Driveline Clutch Fork year differences???

Hi all. I'm in need of a new clutch fork for my '59 with 283 and T5 trans. I was looking on ebay and they had a bunch of clutch forks for 47-55 and earlier, but none for 55-59. I even did an internet search and it did not turn up anything. The ones I saw on ebay looked just like the one I used to have. Can I buy one of these 47-55 clutch forks to use in my truck??? Were these forks all the same throught the years? Thanks for your time

My 1961 parts book shows that fork to fit 1955-59 8 cylinder only. Part#3727728

I just did a search for that part number and did not turn up anything. I even did a search for 55-59 chevy truck V8 clutch fork and it did not turn up anything either.

The difference may be minor from others.
Maybe someone could post a pic of theirs to see if some other fork could be modified to work for you.

I think the main difference is the socket on the arm and the ball it rides on [different on different year bellhousings] and the way it's held on - I found the appropriate ball and clip from the local GM dealer, maybe they'd have the arm as well .... the problem with getting used ones is the 'pins' that ride in the throwout get quite worn [heavy boots sitting on the pedal], so the fork is scrap

Bill

Thanks for all the replies, that's the issue with mine, the pins are worn out.

Can that not be built back up with a welder?

Dave, problem is they wear on the round sides, not on the end, so it would be difficult to regain the roundness, I suppose some tedious hand filing might work, awkward but possible

Bill

I frequently build up that area.

I'm pretty decent with a welder, maybe I'll give that a try.