Clutch replacement questions
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Melting Slicks
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Clutch replacement questions
Howdy everyone!
I replaced my clutch with a centerforce II unit(step below dual friction) about 4 years ago, now its time to replace the clutch.
Is it alright to replace only the disk and get the flywheel and pressure plate cleaned up? Do any more adjustments need to be made after the pressure plate is machined?
I suppose I can use just any disk that I can get right? or do I have to use a centerforce?
Thanks in advance for the help.
I replaced my clutch with a centerforce II unit(step below dual friction) about 4 years ago, now its time to replace the clutch.
Is it alright to replace only the disk and get the flywheel and pressure plate cleaned up? Do any more adjustments need to be made after the pressure plate is machined?
I suppose I can use just any disk that I can get right? or do I have to use a centerforce?
Thanks in advance for the help.
Burning Brakes
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From: Columbus, IN USA
Re: Clutch replacement questions (MikeC)
You could but why. If in there replace it all as an assembly clutch, pressure plate, throw out and possibly the clutch fork. It's a big enough pain to do it. That way you can be sure the next piece is'nt going to fail.
Just my opinion.
Just my opinion.
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Melting Slicks
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Re: Clutch replacement questions (BLT-71)
$$$. It'll cost $550 canadian to do the whole clutch, around $200 to replace the disc. That other $350 will almost pay for my insurance.
It's the difference between the car coming out for the summer or the car staying in storage for the summer.
Right now with a baby due in May, money is tight but I want the car to be able to drive the car when able(ie. not changing diapers)
It's the difference between the car coming out for the summer or the car staying in storage for the summer.
Right now with a baby due in May, money is tight but I want the car to be able to drive the car when able(ie. not changing diapers)
Pro
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Re: Clutch replacement questions (MikeC)
If the clutch isn't chattering, the pressure plate and flywheel are probably ok. You can get by with just a disk, and of course a throwout bearing. As long as you don't mind doing the work if something fails later, its a good trade off. I've done disk only changes several times with good results. After all, hobby time work is free, right?
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Melting Slicks
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From: Union Ontario
Re: Clutch replacement questions (Z51BOB)
Thanks Bob. I wanted to hear from someone who had did a disk only change.
No chattering yet, just a little slipping but I want to get it taken care of before it gets too bad.
[Modified by MikeC, 8:05 AM 12/11/2001]
No chattering yet, just a little slipping but I want to get it taken care of before it gets too bad.
[Modified by MikeC, 8:05 AM 12/11/2001]
