Primary / Clutch Advice

[BrianInAriz]

Just received a 1980 XLS that needs work. One of the primary repair jobs is replacing the clutch. After removing the primary cover and removing the disks/plates, I discovered that the drum and sprockets are quite rusty (appears to be surface type rust, however it is not just a thin film). The chain and tensioner appear to be ok, as do the teeth on the drives.

Should I replace the drum and sprocket, or is it acceptable to just clean them up (wire wheel, non-abrasive blasting, etc.)?

Thanks for any advice.

 

[glider]

You should be able to media blast it with something on the order of walnut shell blast and clean it up.

 

[BrianInAriz]

Awesome. That's what I was hoping for. Thanks...