Is it possible to install the clutch fork clip after the transmission is on?

[Pure_JDM]

Answer to title? I really don't think it was installed during the build... Too many hands on the car at one time... Can it be installed through the fork hole on the bell housing?

[fliprayzin240sx]

Nopes, you'd have to drop the tranny off again. How do you know the clip is off? Forgot to put it back on?

[Pure_JDM]

Because I distinctly remember not clipping it. I slid the fork on which was clipped to the throw out bearing, but I don't think I clipped anything to the pivot point. Do you think it will snap onto it if that's the case, the first time I engage it? The pivot point is round... Or is this wishful thinking?

[Kingtal0n]

I would not try to use hydraulic force to snap the clutch fork onto the pivot ball, it may bind and break something.

Instead, try using your hand. I am not sure that I have ever attempted this, but, If I recall correctly, they snap right on fairly easy. Its getting them off that is the issue.

[Pure_JDM]

I would not try to use hydraulic force to snap the clutch fork onto the pivot ball, it may bind and break something.

Instead, try using your hand. I am not sure that I have ever attempted this, but, If I recall correctly, they snap right on fairly easy. Its getting them off that is the issue.

I'm going to give it a whirl as soon as I get to my shop. I'll let everyone know how it turns out in case someone else does this, lol.

[Pure_JDM]

It may be possible... But not for my patience. I'm saying F it. The first time it gives me a problem I'll tend to it, but after hooking up the slave cylinder and bleeding it, it has constant pressure on it. I don't see how it can move... Anybody else not have one installed? I understand its purpose for initial install (aligning the fork to the slave cylinder rod) but it is literally under pressure, even at rest...