my S10 needs a transmission (manual) should I replace the chutch if its still in good shape?
i would if i were you if you have the money. that would be a good time to do it while it,s all torn down. here,s a good way to tell if the clutch is getting bad. take the clutch and shake it and see if the springs rattle. if they do then it,s probably getting weak.
Pushing the dam' thing home is the hard part. Check around the Web or 'phone to find a local m/c or accessory shop that will do the job; I go to a place that will mount the tire for free if I buy the new tire from them and bring in the wheel /tire unmounted.
The rims on most motorcycles are much higher than auto rims. This makes it more difficult to get the tire off the rim or even get one side off to replace the tube (if it has one). You only have two wheels so plugging is not a good thing to do. Take it to a shop and have it done properly and a lot quicker.
No need to replace a good clutch, with at least 3/4 of its life left. Replace the throwout bearing and pilot bearing regardless. You don't want to have to pull it apart again just because you didn't replace a few dollars worth of parts.
As it is very expesive to replace your transmission I would suggest replaceing the clutch (also have flywheel machined true). Most clutch kits come with new throw-out bearings and pilot bearings which may be weak on your truck. Although if you know for sure your clutch only has approximently 30,000 kms or very low mileage, I'd re-use it. Ps, some clutch disc springs rattle when brand new when you shake the disc, some dont.
