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Title: Golden Flash 1952 plunger clutch
Post by: emilios on 28.11. 2009 12:46

Hi
Is Plunger Golden Flash 1952 clutch that heavy?
Cause mine is too hard..
Do i have to check something???
I couldnt ask someone here in Cyprus cause is the only plunger Golden Flash here..
????

Title: Re: Golden Flash 1952 plunger clutch
Post by: broom34 on 28.11. 2009 15:30

Hi Emilio's
               When I first purchased my Plunger the clutch was rather stiff and when I dismantled it the plates were warn the springs were nearly fully compressed,therefor I renewed the lot and then everything was OK.
                So my advice to you is dismantle the clutch and have a look for the plate wear

Richard

Title: Re: Golden Flash 1952 plunger clutch
Post by: a10 gf on 28.11. 2009 16:35

A well working 6 spring clutch should be easy and comfortable to operate. As broom34 writes, time to start the investigation. Is the cable in fine shape? Then check that all parts are as they should be, lots of clutch info already on the forum. Service sheets etc here (http://www.a7a10.net/forum/index.php/board,17.0.html).

Title: Re: Golden Flash 1952 plunger clutch
Post by: BSA_54A10 on 28.11. 2009 19:32

Have a good look at the angle between the clutch cable and the lever on the gearbox.
When pulled in fully it should be a little less than 90 deg.
If not then the leverage is working against you and the clutch will be heavy.
I have even seen some so badly adjusted that instead of swinging the clutch you were trying to stretch the cable

Title: Re: Golden Flash 1952 plunger clutch
Post by: emilios on 05.12. 2009 11:22

Thanks...
Now i know where to check first..