Clutch change

[defenderdan]

My 1991 V8 disco needs a new clutch. I've changed defender clutches before and chose the floor out then drop the gearbox down option. Am i right in thinking this is not an option with a disco and the engine needs to come out.

[muddyweb]

Do it all from underneath.  You don't need to take the engine out.  Just split the engine and box and slide the box backwards.  

A decent trolly jack, some straps, etc. will make the job do-able.   Much better if you have some company !

[defenderdan]

Cheers Tim

[muddyweb]

You'll probably need to lower the box in order to get to the bolts around the top of the bell housing... the bodywork gets in the way a bit on them.

Obviously you'll need to support the back of the engine too.

You only need to get the box back 6-8 inches to be able to work, so don't go made and take the whole thing out :-)