jmauderly
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I restored a '48 JD B. engine runs well, but can't get the clutch adjusted. I replaced the crankshaft, pulley, and clutch parts with Ok used parts, and used all new clutch facings and drive disk. Set the crankshaft endplay with clutch installed to .008. No matter what I do with tightening the springs, it's so loose that it disengages OK, but slips when in gear or it's so tight that it works fine in gear, but won't completely disengage (drags on engine when I brake the pulley). I've had it apart multiple times checking components, and can't find anything wrong. clutch lever never has the amount of snap that I think is OK. What could be the problem?