Broke down Clutch pedal broken

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by ddrtransport, May 19, 2018.

  1. 201

    201 Road Train Member

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    Who needs a clutch anyway? Ain't trucking fun? Probably one of the easiest repairs on a truck. I never owned a truck with a hydraulic clutch, metal rod from foot to pressure plate for me ( just like the throttle) but if I did, I'd probably keep a spare with me. Be a half hour fix. BTW, I hope nothing inside the bell housing went ka-flooey, causing that rod to break.
     
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  3. stillwurkin

    stillwurkin Road Train Member

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    Can youdrop trl and btail? Be nice if you could.
     
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  4. Ridgeline

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    What a bunch of dumb comments

    Op, call your company and get it towed to a shop. If no one has the parts, tell your company that and let them deal with it.

    Trying to drive it without experience means you will either screw some thing up more and cause more down time or get into an accident and possibly kill someone.
     
  5. stillwurkin

    stillwurkin Road Train Member

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    I figured he was owner op. What is so dumb about dropping trailer if possible. Easy to b-tail without clutch. If you know how. If you can't then no big deal. Call for help. Did he say he has no experience? Sorry i missed that.
     
  6. Getsinyourblood

    Getsinyourblood Road Train Member

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    Here is a Allentown Volvo dealer supposedly open until 2 o'clock today. Just taking a shot in the dark here for you.
    TransEdge Truck Centers - TransEdge Truck Centers
     
  7. Ridgeline

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    He posted this in new drivers section, assumption is he is a new driver working for a owner or company.

    I have to assume that the op has no experience in finding a solution, one is have it towed to a shop who can replace the master, properly bleed the system and get the truck on the road with the right fix.
     
  8. ddrtransport

    ddrtransport Bobtail Member

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    Floated all the way back to Elizabeth NJ where I bought it they are working on it now. Help is much appreciated.
     
  9. Rubber duck kw

    Rubber duck kw Road Train Member

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    So drive it till you find someone with parts, I drove 650 miles home with a shot clutch and then 130 miles to get it fixed.
     
  10. GreenPete359

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    Omg it’s a freaking clutch for bleeping sake.
     
  11. boneebone

    boneebone Road Train Member

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    OMG, it's a broken clutch pedal, the clutch is fine.

    But thanks for your advice..........after the fact.:confused5:
     
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