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Finally got this started, almost wish I had not. Stuff is coming apart as expected but very concerned about getting it back together properly and in a timely manner. I have the BMW and Clymer manuals, as well as BlauBeemer's excellent write up of the process. Seems so simple, but since I have no understanding of the "magic" that happens inside engines or transmissions, I am SOOOOOO far in over my head!
So far, I have gotten all of the way to having removed the swing arm and the clutch slave removed. The banjo bolt came off one side of the slave but the other will not break free. Also, with the slave off, I see that the rod is too far in to grab.
QUESTION: If I mangle the bolt getting it off the slave, what are the specs for a replacement? (DOes anyone in D/FW have a spare I could get this weekend if needed?)
QUESTION: Should the rod behind the slave be where I could grab it with my fingers? Could it be so far in because my clutch is worn to nothing?
QUESTION: Can I remove the transmission if I cannot get the rod out first?
QUESTION: Does anyone want to come over and finish the job with/for me and get paid $$$? Wife has approved disbursement of funds.
No doubt there will be more questions if/when I am able to get further into this.
Thanks, all, in advance for any insights.
So far, I have gotten all of the way to having removed the swing arm and the clutch slave removed. The banjo bolt came off one side of the slave but the other will not break free. Also, with the slave off, I see that the rod is too far in to grab.
QUESTION: If I mangle the bolt getting it off the slave, what are the specs for a replacement? (DOes anyone in D/FW have a spare I could get this weekend if needed?)
QUESTION: Should the rod behind the slave be where I could grab it with my fingers? Could it be so far in because my clutch is worn to nothing?
QUESTION: Can I remove the transmission if I cannot get the rod out first?
QUESTION: Does anyone want to come over and finish the job with/for me and get paid $$$? Wife has approved disbursement of funds.
No doubt there will be more questions if/when I am able to get further into this.
Thanks, all, in advance for any insights.