Hi Guys

I've just purchased a second hand SB45 and need some help.

Having read some of the forums, it appears that my issue is with the cutter clutch thrust pad and the position of the cutter clutch relative to the thrust pad.

My clutch keeps engaging the cutter when it shouldn't.

I was going to adjust the screw which moves the thrust pad closer to the clutch cone so that the thrust pad could push the cone in further and ensure the clutch was disengaged. However, if I do that then when it returns to the engaged position there is no gap between the thrust pad and the clutch and the thrust pad will melt (it already has started to). I can't adjust the thrust pad to have a gap between it and the clutch cone at all. See one of my pictures below where I am try to push the thrust pad back but it won't go any further.

So, my question is how do I adjust this all so my clutch disengages and then the clutch does not melt my thrust pad. Do I need to take apart the clutch so check for wear?

Is my clutch worn that it is engaging too soon, or is it fine and there is a way to adjust it?

I've attached some photos below. Model is 450511 and Scott Bonnar engine is 80102 0233 01. I'm not 100% sure about the badging because someone has tries to restore and put new stickers over the old ones. It currently says it is a Rover.

Thank you in advance.
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