Hi, I'm trying to replace the clutch on my 2000 F350 with a 6 speed manual and a 7.3L Powerstroke. There are two metal lines running from the radiator to the transmission. I need to know what these lines are for and how they can be removed without loosing fluid, or making a bigger mess or problem. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated!

 

I believe they go to the tranny cooler. My truck has the same tranny, and when I pulled my engine, I also dropped my tranny. I disconnected the lines at the radiator, and don't remember a ton of fluid pouring out. More of a slow trickle I think. I left them connected to the tranny and just rolled that back a foot or two for clearance for the engine to come out. I did my clutch with the engine out though, so not sure if those lines will be in the way for doing your clutch underneath. Hopefully that info helps a little. Jeb

 

If I remember correctly when I did the clutch on my old truck I disconected the line at the trans and removed (they are indeed cooler lines-lessor vehicles with manuals don't have coolers so it is a bit unusual) and yes you will lose some fluid (mercon ATF-nothing special). Other than the sheer bulk of the trans an easy job-plenty of room to work. I would also consider replacing the clutch fork. My last truck was a 2000 as well and was the cause of the clutch job when it broke (yeah I could have replaced just it but I was in there). The new clutch fork had about three inches more "ribbing" in added renforcement. At the time I think it cost about $40.