Clutch anti rattle springs

[Wiz]

Hi this is my first post. I’m rebuilding a 67 alpine and have discovered it has a series 2 or 3 engine and tranny. I have rebuilt the engine but now I find the anti rattle clips holding the thrust bearing are not there and I can’t seem to find them anywhere to buy. So what is the solution. Thanks

 

[mikephillips]

I presume you mean the retaining clips that hold the throwout to the fork. I see in the catalog that Sunbeam Specialties shows them but doesn't list a price. First I'd say call them if you haven't and see what they might have. If they don't, then the smaller engine Midget used the same type fork and bearing, parts 8 or 9 on this page probably will work.

https://mossmotors.com/mg-midget-austin-healey-sprite/clutch-gearbox-drivetrain/clutch-948-1275

 

[Jimjordan2]

Victoria British also carries them $1.00 each.

 

[Wiz]

Thanks for your replies however I’m referring to the thrust bearing which the release bearing presses upon, its part of the pressure plate and fits into slots in the release levers and the anti rattle springs hold it in place. If I can’t find the springs what else can I do.Thanks

 

[65beam]

The easiest thing is to buy another pressure plate from either Classic Sunbeam or Sunbeam Specialties.

 

[hartmandm]

It's unlikely they'll have the spring clips, but you could try contacting Borg & Beck. https://www.borgandbeck.com/ContactUs
https://www.borgandbeck.com/Articles.aspx?ID=70

Mike