Clutch Question

[Charles P]

I know how to convert a later (forward starter) flywheel into an earlier (rearward starter) flywheel but can the later clutch cover (no ring gear) be converted into an earlier clutch cover (with ring gear) by shrinking on an appropriate ring gear? I've never considered it before and I haven't got the full set of parts available to compare and measure without removing an engine from a car. I 'think' it might be possible as long as the later clutch cover was, or could be turned to, the required diameter but am I missing something?

Steve

Thanks, Chaps. Thanks, also, to those who've phoned and emailed. It's not entirely straightforward in the end so Plan B looks the better bet.

Steve

You could make it work, especially with a modified later flywheel. However it's something that you could play with if you owned a big lathe. Probably not worth farming out

c