I need some advice on replacing a clutch assy. on an Eagle 05.
What can I expect to pay?
Where is a good shop in the Augusta, GA area?
HI buddydawg,
Welcome aboard!
Anybody have thoughts on replacing this assembly, or a shop for buddydawg?
Hope this helps, Phil
PS I have modified your post title so maybe we can get a few more hits. ;D
Phil, I corrected the spelling of Augusta, Jack
You may have some luck with Lewis Bus Lines in Augusta 706.792.1800
Buddy, My 05 will use up its freeplay and slip if I don't keep it adjusted. Do you have freeplay?
It is on a bus I am inspecting to see if I should buy. After checking it again I think it is stuck.
Call Lewis Bus Lines in Augusta and talk to Joey. The number is 706-792-1800.
Also, here's a link http://www.lewisbus.com/parts.html
Glenn
1984 MC-9 Jersey Cruiser
Tallulah Falls, Ga.
good advice guys.....one of the most knowledgeable Eagle families around, Joey & Talmadge Lewis........ Also part of the "Singing Lewis Family" some great gospel music...............
Rich
I talked with Lewis Bus Lines and they are not able to work on the bus. Although they did give me a reference to another shop in town. How big of an undertaking would it be to replce the clutch myself. I am able to do these kinds of repairs but I am just not used to working on buses, the size is somewhat intimidating and safety is my main concern.
I forgot about "the other guy". ::)
I'm assuming they referred you to Tow-Jo at 706-722-3639. He's a heck of a nice guy. I've talked to him on several occasions. He stays pretty busy....but that's because he's good. I'm sure if he can help you, he will.
Here's a google map link to his place.
http://maps.google.com/maps?q=515+Skyview+Drive+Augusta+GA+30901
Glenn
Tallulah Falls, Ga
www.tlmmusic.com
Its not hard to change. Buy or rent a good truck tranny jack and take it apart. That Eagle has a single disc clutch. There is a fair chance the pressure plate can be reused and you only need to buy a disc. The hardest part is the pressure plate, its HEAVY. You are going to need a pilot shaft. You may already have one depending on the condition of the splines on your transmission it may need replacement. If yours looks ok a truck transmission rebuilder may give you a used input shaft to align the clutch, if you can't get one where you buy your parts. Harbor Freight Tool has a truck transmission jack on sale now for $99 that will work. I think you need to check the linkage and make sure it is working on the pressure plate before you pull it down.
About how much does Eagle 05's standard transmission weight?
Sojourn for Christ, Jerry
TJ's is who he refered me to. I tried to contact him but haven't gotten a response yet.
In the mean time I am going to fiddle with it myself which usually ends up one of two ways... fixed or destroyed.
Funny...that's how I mechanic! ;D