How 'bout a clutch?
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From: Penfield NY
How 'bout a clutch?
It's time for a new clutch. I don't know what's in there now but it's crap. All slip, no grip, heavy pedal to the floor for every shift, throwout now squalling.
I've looked at a lot of threads but most talk about higher hp applications and my car is under 300hp. I've seen some talk about LuK being a good replacement. What's a good kit for a lower hp application?
And what about a flywheel? Is it a good idea to just put in a new one at the same time while things are apart?
Thanks
I've looked at a lot of threads but most talk about higher hp applications and my car is under 300hp. I've seen some talk about LuK being a good replacement. What's a good kit for a lower hp application?
And what about a flywheel? Is it a good idea to just put in a new one at the same time while things are apart?
Thanks
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From: Calgary Alberta
It's time for a new clutch. I don't know what's in there now but it's crap. All slip, no grip, heavy pedal to the floor for every shift, throwout now squalling.
I've looked at a lot of threads but most talk about higher hp applications and my car is under 300hp. I've seen some talk about LuK being a good replacement. What's a good kit for a lower hp application?
And what about a flywheel? Is it a good idea to just put in a new one at the same time while things are apart?
Thanks
I've looked at a lot of threads but most talk about higher hp applications and my car is under 300hp. I've seen some talk about LuK being a good replacement. What's a good kit for a lower hp application?
And what about a flywheel? Is it a good idea to just put in a new one at the same time while things are apart?
Thanks
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Try LUK clutches. They are much like the factory clutch and that is all you need for a low HP motor.
Carolina Clutches has terrific prices and can supply a new flywheel cheap. I just bought their LUK clutch and flywheel for my 65 327/350. It was very reasonable and I had it in 3 days. Works just like the factory clutch. Moderate pedal pressure. I like Centerforce DF clutches and have one in my 61 with my 383. You don't need it.
Carolina Clutches has terrific prices and can supply a new flywheel cheap. I just bought their LUK clutch and flywheel for my 65 327/350. It was very reasonable and I had it in 3 days. Works just like the factory clutch. Moderate pedal pressure. I like Centerforce DF clutches and have one in my 61 with my 383. You don't need it.
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From: St. Catharines Ontario
I just replaced my clutch last summer with a factory replacement and resurfaced the flywheel.
My car has a bit more power than stock but nothing huge, you should be fine with stock replacement.
My car has a bit more power than stock but nothing huge, you should be fine with stock replacement.
