klaus, Thanks for the reply. The shaft on my slave cylinder is not threaded and there appears to be no adjustment possible. I,m assuming OL is correct and now collecting all information I can find to tackle the transission removal. Any thoughts on removing the engine and trans vs just the trans? I've done an engine-trans removal before but not just the trans. The engine runs flawlessly and the compression is very good(180-190) so it doesn't need any work. I did redo the crankcase ventilation system a couple years ago and it nearly stopped the rear main seal leak. When I bougtht the car the rear main was leaking so badly that oil had spread all the way to the rear bumper under the car, now only a little is noticeable at the weep hole. By the way I love Volvos also. I've had eight but now only have four. I've given away three to other volvo enthusiasts who were in need and to ease the harrassment from my wife who relishes making fun of me to her friends about my passion. Also thanks for all your posting on this site over the years. I've learned alot from you.