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tbl100
01-04-2021, 04:20 PM
Has anyone put any kind of drip shield under the clutch master cylinder to protect the fuse box in case of a leak? If so, photos would be helpful. Thank you, Tim
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toadster
01-04-2021, 04:41 PM
@Fman did that ;)
edwardb
01-04-2021, 04:54 PM
I played around with doing something like that on my #7750 build. It's such an irregular area it was hard to make something that I was convinced would really keep everything out of the fuse panel should the worst happen. Wasn't a problem with that build and hasn't been with others since. (Probably shouldn't say that out loud...)
Has anyone put any kind of drip shield under the clutch master cylinder to protect the fuse box in case of a leak? If so, photos would be helpful. Thank you, Tim
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Tim, I tried to also do something like you are describing. The problem was when Ken installs my windshield he needs access to that area of the car so it has to stay open. I may try and come up with something that is easily removed from the bottom side. Not sure what would happen if that MC leaked down on the fuse panel, I am just praying I never have to replace that MC with the body on. That would be one miserable experience with the limited access.
Let us know if you come up with anything:D
tbl100
01-05-2021, 12:39 AM
Tim, I tried to also do something like you are describing. The problem was when Ken installs my windshield he needs access to that area of the car so it has to stay open. I may try and come up with something that is easily removed from the bottom side. Not sure what would happen if that MC leaked down on the fuse panel, I am just praying I never have to replace that MC with the body on. That would be one miserable experience with the limited access.
Let us know if you come up with anything:D
I had to button everything up for now with no solution installed but I'll keep thinking about it. Ken has finished painting the body and its ready to be put back on the chassis. Taking the chassis up to Ken tomorrow or Wednesday. Hoping to get it back on Friday. Thanks for all the responses. -Tim
Edit: I hadn't thought about access to install the windshield. Maybe a good thing I didn't rig something up yet.
GoDadGo
01-05-2021, 07:43 AM
That's An Interesting Solution To A Likely Future Problem Plus It May Keep It From Getting Wet Too!
I moved my fuse block to the passenger side of the car after reading posts that fellows had after getting caught in the rain.
https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/album.php?albumid=977&attachmentid=51762
Great Idea!
kobra01
01-05-2021, 01:15 PM
I drilled a few holes on the edges of a piece of plastic, laid it over top of fuse box and wire tied it loosely from underneath. I thought it would be better than nothing. Not proud of it. Nobody is going to see it. Any comments on why I shouldn't leave it there?
Jryasko
01-05-2021, 07:05 PM
140365 Here is the shield I fabbed up for that reason. OCD kicked in, being a mechanic all my life I look at things like that and tend to overbuild.140366
I had to button everything up for now with no solution installed but I'll keep thinking about it. Ken has finished painting the body and its ready to be put back on the chassis. Taking the chassis up to Ken tomorrow or Wednesday. Hoping to get it back on Friday. Thanks for all the responses. -Tim
Edit: I hadn't thought about access to install the windshield. Maybe a good thing I didn't rig something up yet.
Awesome, post up some pics when you get it back!
140365 Here is the shield I fabbed up for that reason. OCD kicked in, being a mechanic all my life I look at things like that and tend to overbuild.140366
Nice mod, I am going to have to put this on my list before I get my body put back on. I also like the piece of plastic idea as well.
With your alum piece can you access the windshield for install? That is my biggest obstacle with my painter who needs the access open.
D Stand
01-06-2021, 12:24 AM
I installed below dash so now I do not have this issue and can reach the windshield hardware. There was some rewiring that was needed but I think it is worth it. Planning on some sort of removable cover to hide it.
tbl100
01-06-2021, 09:12 AM
Awesome, post up some pics when you get it back!
Will do.
boat737
01-06-2021, 10:32 AM
I did a drip shield. It's a tight fit, a lot of work, and limits access to some areas. Not sure I would do it again, maybe, maybe not. But it's in now.
Jryasko
01-06-2021, 03:25 PM
Yes windshield bolts are no problem. It rest against the nut of the master cylinder, has a small brace which comes up to the empty hole in the master cylinder mount bracket and 1 zip tie near the outlet of the MC. Not quite as long as boats, but will deflect past the fuse box.
Yes windshield bolts are no problem. It rest against the nut of the master cylinder, has a small brace which comes up to the empty hole in the master cylinder mount bracket and 1 zip tie near the outlet of the MC. Not quite as long as boats, but will deflect past the fuse box.
One other question are you running Forte's hydraulic setup? What size MC are you running? 13/16 (.81)? or 1"?
Jryasko
01-09-2021, 03:50 PM
Yes it is Forte's Hyd clutch setup. 13/16 MC Another thing if you haven't put it together yet, the pivot that goes in the bellhousing needs to be the 1 1/2in long pivot which is non adjustable. He had sent both the 2 in adjustable and the 11/2. Use the 11/2in. Cutting the pushrod takes alittle time to get it right. I have to say once I got it all set, my pedal goes all the way down and the slave does not attempt to come out of the bore, so he has the sizing down.
Yes it is Forte's Hyd clutch setup. 13/16 MC Another thing if you haven't put it together yet, the pivot that goes in the bellhousing needs to be the 1 1/2in long pivot which is non adjustable. He had sent both the 2 in adjustable and the 11/2. Use the 11/2in. Cutting the pushrod takes alittle time to get it right. I have to say once I got it all set, my pedal goes all the way down and the slave does not attempt to come out of the bore, so he has the sizing down.
I also used the non adjustable pivot ball, just by dumb luck... it seemed to give the fork arm the best position sitting in the BH. I think I am adjusted correctly, I have about 1.25" of throw from the slave. With the clutch pedal fully pressed in I get engagement about 1.5" off the firewall. I think this about the norm.
Jryasko
01-10-2021, 10:29 AM
That sounds right, I would have to check for sure but I remember about 1 3/8 in of throw on the slave. Engagement is the same. Do you have the Ram clutch from Forte ? That is what he sent me. I just tried to strike a balance so the fork wasn't riding hard on the throwout. Call it OCD or being a mechanic and overbuilding all my life, but I made a little bracket and put a cut down throttle return spring on the arm to insure it wasn't hard on the throwout.
That sounds right, I would have to check for sure but I remember about 1 3/8 in of throw on the slave. Engagement is the same. Do you have the Ram clutch from Forte ? That is what he sent me. I just tried to strike a balance so the fork wasn't riding hard on the throwout. Call it OCD or being a mechanic and overbuilding all my life, but I made a little bracket and put a cut down throttle return spring on the arm to insure it wasn't hard on the throwout.
My clutch was put on by my engine builder, I did not have Forte build my engine. Not sure what clutch he ended up using for me, some type of Kevlar clutch. I tried to get the 1/8" of play before engagement but who knows if I am exactly at that spec IMO it is really difficult to get exact. Hopefully I am in the ballpark and won't toast my TOB.