For peak performance and longevity of your Club Car, proper clutch alignment is indispensable. Excessive vibrations or issues following engine or transaxle maintenance often signal misalignment. The Club Car Belt Tool, specifically the clutch alignment tool (part number 1014498), is crucial for precise alignment checks and adjustments, ensuring smooth operation and preventing premature wear.
Utilizing the Club Car belt tool for clutch alignment involves these steps:
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Belt Removal: Start by safely removing the drive belt from both the drive and driven clutches.
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Driven Clutch Removal: Detach the driven clutch from the transmission to expose the transmission shaft.
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Tool Installation (Transmission Side): Slide the Club Car belt tool onto the transmission shaft, ensuring it is securely seated against the transmission housing.
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Tool Positioning (Drive Clutch Side): Rotate the tool and position its opposite end onto the drive clutch shaft for alignment assessment.
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Alignment Inspection: Observe the tool’s fit over the drive clutch center shaft bearing. Minimal grazing is permissible, but the tool should slide on without resistance. Optimal alignment is achieved when the tool either makes slight contact with the drive clutch’s fixed face or is no more than .060 inches (1.5 mm) away.
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Adjustment Procedure: If clutches are misaligned, loosen the engine mounting bolts. Carefully reposition the engine to bring the clutches into proper alignment. Retighten the mounting bolts once aligned.
Consistent maintenance of correct clutch alignment using the dedicated Club Car belt tool is paramount for ensuring smooth, vibration-free operation and extending the lifespan of your Club Car. Regular alignment checks and adjustments are key to maintaining optimal performance.
