[Trav]

Thanks for the tips.

Regarding the brakes, I am starting to think it is the booster. I am going to install a new vacuum hose this evening and see what happens, ths hose seems like too simple a fix though.
If the booster holds vacuum can I assume it is OK? Any idea how much vacuum is normal?

Papajam, your comment on the clutch pedal shaft slipping is interesting. After bleading the MC and slave to a point of confidence, I have adjusted the pedal to MC rod out 1/2" past spec and now have some clutch action, very close to the floor.
The PO did some work in the pedal box area. Is it possible to put it together wrong?

The only diagram I have shows a big nut and bolt type cotter pin frequently used on bicycle cranks. I guessed there was one flat threfore one way to assemble. Do you have any additional info on this?

Thanks, TD