Need 4-speed Help

Well in response to the puzzle part, thats all we can do for each other when we all are so far away from our friends in need and cant just come over to lend a hand,but at least with the internet we do have the advantage over the old days when all we had was 1 or 2 people who could help. I would say now that you have chosen to remove it maybe just pull the flywheel and have it cleaned up, degrease if need be the disc and inspect all other components for any cracks, such as in the bearing retainer in which the throwout bearing rides. Then put it all back together methodically and see how that goes. While you have it apart and before installation maybe invest in one of those clutch alignment tools. When I was doing my 4 speed cars I had the privlege of having an extra imput shaft for that duty. Good luck and keep us informed. Greg