diggerpro Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 I recently bought a DM Mack triaxle and today I went to adjust the clutch and it is different than the others that I own. I used to use a special tool and you removed the lock tab and bolted the tool on and used it to move the collar on the pressure plate. This one appears to have a hex head piece that I think has a gear on the back of it to move an internal ring , It has a spring behind it and you press it down to turn the adjuster. I moved it both directions today ( a little) and was wondering what direction the hex piece should be turned to get more adjustment on the clutch- Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30940-adjusting-a-spicer-clutch/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatcity Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 5/8 wrench, turn clockwise. wiggle it a little to make sure the spring pushes it back out Quote Success is only a stones throw away.................................................................for a Palestinian Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30940-adjusting-a-spicer-clutch/#findComment-179893 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsb502 Posted April 24, 2013 Share Posted April 24, 2013 5/8 wrench, turn clockwise. wiggle it a little to make sure the spring pushes it back outYup, I use a shallow 5/8" socket on a medium length ratchet, push in and turn it doesnt take much with that style to see a difference at the pedal. Oh and like hatcity said make sure the detent engages when your done! Quote "Any Society that would give up a little LIBERTY to gain a little SECURITY will Deserve Neither and LOSE BOTH" -Benjamin Franklin"If your gonna be STUPID, you gotta be TOUGH" "You cant always get what you want, but if you try sometimes you get what you need" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30940-adjusting-a-spicer-clutch/#findComment-180089 Share on other sites More sharing options...
burnstransport Posted May 7, 2013 Share Posted May 7, 2013 Does the clutch pedal need to be depressed when this is done? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30940-adjusting-a-spicer-clutch/#findComment-182164 Share on other sites More sharing options...
39 Baby Mack Posted May 7, 2013 Share Posted May 7, 2013 Yes it does.Ron Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30940-adjusting-a-spicer-clutch/#findComment-182172 Share on other sites More sharing options...
burnstransport Posted May 7, 2013 Share Posted May 7, 2013 Thanks! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30940-adjusting-a-spicer-clutch/#findComment-182204 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatcity Posted May 7, 2013 Share Posted May 7, 2013 I use a 2 x 4 between the pedal and the seat base Quote Success is only a stones throw away.................................................................for a Palestinian Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30940-adjusting-a-spicer-clutch/#findComment-182205 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsb502 Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 A 24" prybar is my favorite for holding the clutch down while I adjust one fits right between the seat and pedal and you can slide the seat up to get it down farther if you need to. Quote "Any Society that would give up a little LIBERTY to gain a little SECURITY will Deserve Neither and LOSE BOTH" -Benjamin Franklin"If your gonna be STUPID, you gotta be TOUGH" "You cant always get what you want, but if you try sometimes you get what you need" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30940-adjusting-a-spicer-clutch/#findComment-182307 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsb502 Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 Remember don't over do it, a little goes a long way and spec is 1.5-2" free play at the top of the pedal. Quote "Any Society that would give up a little LIBERTY to gain a little SECURITY will Deserve Neither and LOSE BOTH" -Benjamin Franklin"If your gonna be STUPID, you gotta be TOUGH" "You cant always get what you want, but if you try sometimes you get what you need" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30940-adjusting-a-spicer-clutch/#findComment-182308 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatcity Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 While you're under there, bring a grease gun and hit the throwout bearing two times Quote Success is only a stones throw away.................................................................for a Palestinian Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30940-adjusting-a-spicer-clutch/#findComment-182309 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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