Russell Talbot wrote:
>
> Over new years I'll be going on a bit of a road trip, and figure I should make
> sure the van is in good health, so I brought it by the mechanic again and asked
> more about why he thought the clutch needed replacing.  Hopefully I can pass on
> the jist of what he was saying even though I don't know if I fully understand or
> buy it.  He said that when the clutch pedal is pressed, that force pushes
> against the driveshaft which is held in place inside the engine block with a
> half moon.  This spot is not particularly strong, so the more pressure that is
> placed on it, the more likely it is to give out. and wreck all sorts of havoc in
> the engine.

Russell,
I'm reminded of an old saying: If you can't dazzle 'em with brilliance,
baffle 'em with "bullstuff".
Larry