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Overrunning Clutch/Low-Reverse Drum

DISASSEMBLY

Removing Overrunning Clutch From Low-Reverse Drum:





If the clutch assembly came out with the low-reverse drum, thread two clutch cam bolts into the cam. Then lift the cam out of the drum with the bolts. Rotate the cam back and forth to ease removal if necessary. Remove the clutch roller and spring assembly from the race afterward.

ASSEMBLY

Overrunning Clutch Rollers, Springs, Retainer:





1. Assemble clutch rollers and springs in retainer if necessary.

Assembling Overrunning Clutch And Cam:





2. Install overrunning clutch roller, spring and retainer assembly in clutch cam.
3. Temporarily assemble and check overrunning clutch operation as follows:
a. Assemble cam and clutch.

Temporary Assembly Of Clutch And Drum To Check Operation:





b. Install clutch assembly on low-reverse drum with twisting motion.
c. Install drum-clutch assembly in case and install clutch cam bolts.
d. Install rear support and support attaching bolts.
e. Check low-reverse drum rotation. Drum should rotate freely in clockwise direction and lock when turned in counterclockwise direction (as viewed from front of case).

Assembled Overrunning Clutch:





4. Note component position for assembly reference. Bolt holes in clutch cam are countersunk on one side. Be sure this side of cam will face rearward when installed.
5. Remove rear support, overrunning clutch and low-reverse drum. Set components aside for final assembly. If overrunning clutch will be installed before final assembly, install cam only as described in Transmission Assembly And Adjustment section. Clutch cam must be properly indexed in case to fit and operate properly.