Technically speaking, the correct terminology for a throwout bearing is release bearing, as in clutch release bearing. When considered in those terms, it's easier to imagine what this component is and ...

Enthusiasts with manual transmissions might know whether their clutch release mechanism is operated by a cable or a hydraulic bearing. But if it’s the latter it’s unlikely they could tell you whether ...

Total Knock Out!: American Powertrain gets you into a high-torque capacity (and efficient!) five-speed TKO 600 in a weekend There’s nothing quite like the crisp gear whine and snap that go with an old ...

All together now: From the clutch pedal, upper clutch rod (A) connects to Z-bar (B). Lower clutch rod (C) completes the linkage liaison between pedal and release arm (D) that rotates around clutch ...

Manual transmission cars, which are becoming increasingly scarce, have a clutch pedal with the brake and accelerator pedals. The clutch pedal is an assembly of a clutch plate, pressure plate, flywheel ...

Anyone who has driven a car with a manual transmission for more than a day will tell you that it's exceptionally fun. When you can get on the open road and shift gears to pick up speed, there's ...

Replacing a clutch disc and pressure plate is probably on your “take it to the mechanic” list. It shouldn’t be -- replacing a whole clutch assembly is something the skilled DIYer can do in a home ...