clutch question

[DBcustomcarts]

Hi. I have a 1971 harley davidson golf car and i just started having problems with the primary clutch. When i drive it for a little and it warms up the clutch does not release. I try to take off and it acts like the brake is on. The cart will jerk forward about 6 inches and stop. If i push start the cart it will take off. I lifted the body and the belt is still tight and the clutch is engauged. I was just wondering if this is a wet clutch or a dry clutch and if it is a wet clutch how to go about adding oil if that is what is wrong? Just wondering if anyone has any advise. It would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you

[Michael Eddie]

Yes your Harley should have a wet clutch DBcustomcarts. You should flush out the system by pulling off the clutch cover and washing it out. Make sure the o ring is intact and then replace the cover. Refill with 12 ounces of 90 weight gear lube through the filler hole plug. :biggthumpup:

[DBcustomcarts]

Do I need to take the whole clutch assembly off or can i just take the cover off the back that is held on by three nuts. Didnt know if there was a spring behind there or not. Also where is the fill plug at?:confused:

[Michael Eddie]

Hey DB, should be between the center bolt and the 3 bolts that hold on the clutch cover. And there is no spring behind that.

[DBcustomcarts]

Removed rear cover and found one of the 3 studs was broken causing it to bind and no release. Installed new stud and clutch works great. Thanks for your help.

[Michael Eddie]

Thats great to hear DB, by the way your cart looks awesome in your avatar! :cool: