Help! How do I get fork back onto the F$%!ing clips on the throwout bearing?

[torredcuda]

Trying to get the clutch fork back onto the throwout bearing - I get the top clip in but when I get the bottom clip in the top one pops out! Is there some sort of trick to getting them both to stay in?

[jimynick]

I'm guessing the trans is in and the throwout bearing/carrier on the input shaft? You've got the fork and bearing in the right orientation? Pretty hard to screw up. You've got the U-section of the fork so that the clips are in the middle of the U-section of it's fingers? If it's all lined up it should go on by hand, but failing that, a clout with a hammer on the end of the fork while holding whatever engagement you have may do the trick. Correct sized fork/bearing carrier? Just some thoughts.    Spot of mig?

[torredcuda]

Yes, car is all together but I had to pull the fork out to check my throwout bearing as I`m having an issue. I ended up making a little rod with a 90 degree bend to hold the top ear to keep he clip in while I pushed in the lower clip - worked great.