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Howdy guys. Got a problem with the old dodge that is finally bugging me enough to do something about. 

I am having a hard time with the clutch letting go when it's supposed to. It's not hanging up enough to push me forward when stopped but it's making shifting a real pain. I can also feel the transmission still trying to turn when coming to a stop. Still drive able but becoming a real pain. 

Some facts about my clutch. It is in my 2001 ram with the NV5600. I replaced the entire hydraulics system with a high pressure system from Valair about 3 years ago. No leaks anywhere that I can see. 

The clutch disc, pressure plate, pilot bearing, and throw out bearing were all replaced 2 years ago with a full Valair single disc set. The flywheel was machined (I know that's not recommended but was short on cash). 

I started having the problems about 6 months after the clutch was replaced. It's just getting bad enough that I almost can't do any in town driving for fear of hurting the transmission. I have adjusted the clutch pedal up as far as I can and that seemed to help a lot but it is still hanging up. 

Sorry for the novel. Just trying to provide all the details. Is there anything I can check without removing the transmission to have a look? I am not looking forward to dropping the tranny by myself. 

 

 

 

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I had a similar issue with mine a good while back and the master cylinder was leaking internally so no fluid was seen.  

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Sorry it has taken so long to reply. Been so busy with work and everything.

I sure hope that hydro system isnt worn out already. It is the high pressure set up from Valair and only about 3 years old. Maybe its not as quality of a product as I thought. One problem I have now is I didnt save the original set up to rebuild :doh::rolleyes:. I wonder if the stock parts will work with the Valair parts... I wouldnt mind keeping the adjustable pedal rod and stainless high pressure hose.

Thanks for the input. I will definitely check on that stuff. 

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Personally I would just buy a another stocker full assembly and install it. Stock system seem to do fine even with a Southbend clutch rarely ever have any problem. No need for adjustment works without all that special gadget. I would ditch the stainless hose for the plastic being the stainless attracts and holds heat on the fluid longer. 

But that's just me.. :shrug:

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I will check into getting a new stock system. In the mean time, I think I will go through this one with a fine tooth comb and see if I can find any leaks. The other weird part is pumping the pedal doesnt seem to help at all. I would think with a leaking system that it would help, but maybe not?

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Well you guys were right! I was in the middle of a 1000 mile trip and pulled up to a stop sign. Pushed in the peddle and the truck kept right on going lol! Got me a new OE pre bred system and all is well! Thanks for the help as always!