[wsevila]

The clutch and pressure plate seem to be stuck on my '68 327 Chevelle 4-speed as it jumps when I attempt to start it in gear with clutch pedal pushed in. I can start it in neutral but it will not go into any of the gears. Car does sit a lot but was driven a little over a month ago. I have tried starting it in gear but so far no luck. Any suggestions on how to get it unstuck? Thanks in advance for any suggestions you might offer.

 

[OLDED]

Readjust the push rod threads on the linkage to gain a bit more "push" to free up the clutch plate to flywheel gap?

 

[Andy's Auto Repair]

If you suspect rust you could try putting it in first, holding the brake, and engaging the starter. Like ED said, make sure your rod is adjusted properly.

 

[Bryan59EC]

I've jacked up the rear of the car----started it in gear----push in the clutch----apply the brake.

That might free it up

 

[BlackNova]

when I had a 4 speed car the throw out bearing was sticking on the cover over the input shaft. I just had to clean that and I was back in business. also check the linkage rods like others said

 

[charbilly2001]

I have peeled the lining off of the clutch disc by doing 6500 RPM launches. When the lining balls up between the PP amd the disc you are all through driving your car unless you can get it started in gear.


The major symptom of this issue will a suddenly increased clutch freeplay way beyond what you are accustomed to.

 

[driveshaft-texas]

If the above does not apply to you and the problem is rust, remove the dust cover and while holding the pedal to the floor , have a helper give the clutch disc a sharp rap or two usind a long screwdriver. It has worked many times for me.

 

[Andy's Auto Repair]

I took a 76 Bug last week and put the front bumper against a concrete post. I unfroze right away.