Howdy,
Vehicle; 1974 Leyland Mini.

Has anyone made and modifications to the clutch associated with the above vehicle.
I have noticed that the Actuator that pushes into the clutch master cylinder was catching a little.
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Upon inspection I noticed that the rounded, domed end of the actuator has an additional 'lip' just prior to where it tapers off to the shaft. Prior to the shaft is a thick metal washer (3-4mm) of sorts and then the C clip.
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This 'lip' I am refering to seems to be the cause of the clutch catching as when the actuator is on a slight angle the 'lip' catches on the inside of the cylinder as it moves in/out.
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My question is, would there be any reasons not to grind this lip off and make up another metal washer with a smaller internal diameter to suit? The 'lip' seems only there for the original metal washer so that it does not slide out.
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Mick

(.Y.)

It shouldn't catch in there. Sounds like you may have an odd (non-original) pushrod fitted in your master cylinder.
I'd try and find another MC..

<edit> there were various pushrods and master cylinders used over the years. Someone may have cobbled it together from parts.

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DrMini- 1970 wasaMatic 1360, Mk1S crank, 86.6HP (ATW) =~125 @ crank, 45 Dellorto (38 chokes), RE282 sprint cam, 1.5 rockers, 11.0:1 C/R.