Ken Cates' Hudson Stepdown Restoration Resources
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All Hudson cars except those equipped with an automatic transmission utilize a steel clutch which is populated with corks that make up the driven surface of the clutch. For reasons that Hudson engineers failed to share, this clutch came in 9-inch diameter and 10-inch diameter versions. The smaller clutch is usually found in the lower horsepower variants while the larger clutch was installed in all models equipped with overdrive transmission. The clutch operates in a sealed chamber that captures one-fourth pint of a fluid called HUDSONITE. This fluid soaks into each of the clutch corks and when adequately adjusted provides quiet and smooth performance throughout the full range of the Hudson motor's power. The overall thickness measurements for a 10-inch Hudson Clutch are: .210" max thickness and .180" min thickness before replacement Clutch performance is dependent on proper fluid service and adjustment. Keeping these two factors following maintenance recommendations will ensure a long life. Thanks to Doug Wildrick who shows how to properly replace the clutch and throw out bearing on a Hudson Stepdown. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjpKuWLROF0&pp=ygUUZG91ZyB3aWxkcmljayBjbHV0Y2g%3D Thanks, Greg de La Grange YouTube Video showing how to service the HUDSON WET CLUTCH Use section 7 of the Hudson Mechanical Procedures manual for service and maintenance information. Repair parts and seals needed to repair the Clutch system can be found with dealers listed on the front page of this website under the listing: Changing Hudson Clutch fluid - Roger Tallent How to replace the corks - Hudson Cork Clutch Discs Successful installation of a clutch requires proper sealing of the fluid chamber. |
New 10-inch Hudson Clutch |
HUDSON CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT - Mechanical considerations | ||
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Clutch drain crush washer - March 2017 The clutch fluid drain/ fill bolts with the 11/16 Hex heads are 1/2" in diameter and use a 1/32" thick X 1/2" ID X 11/16" crush washer which is Dorman part number 725-015. http://rbinc.com/p-11327-725-015.aspx Since the hex head of the bolt is so thin, don't get ham-fisted with it. About 15-20 foot lbs is plenty with a new crush washer. Trying any harder is liable to either round the corners off or the wrench will try to slip off. You can get these washers from O'Reilly's Auto Parts for 19 cents each. http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/detail/DAG0/725015.oap?ck=Search_725-015_-1_527&keyword=725-015 |
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