Clutch Release 78 GS750EC

[Benny78]

Hi, I made a big mistake and pulled apart the clutch release on my 78 GS750. For reference http://www.alpha-sports.com/suzuki_p...FQPVbgodJlCllw
1. There's a slimy/dirty paste all over the ball-guides and ball-release maybe it was once grease? When I put this back together do I apply grease or leave it clean?
2. The push-rod is straight but moves back and forth and spins with no resistance (bike hasn't been run in two years+). Something tells me this shouldn't happen?
3. Assuming I don't put any grease/oil on where the push-rod fits into the ball guide as there has to be grip between these surfaces. Should I apply anything to these surfaces?
Thankyou for any help with this.
Ben.

[chuck hahn]

Yes..grease it..how it works is the balls roll out of the dimples and spread the 2 halves...one half will them press in on the push rod..which in turn pushes out on the pressure plate and disengages the clutch plates.

As for the push rod..it will turn and pull out...thats normal. Just wiggle it around real good to be sure the end at the clutch seats in the recess on the back of the release bearing shaft.