LS7 clutch questions..
Thread Starter
Racer
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 256
Likes: 0
From: Huntsville AL
LS7 clutch questions..
I am getting ready to replace the clutch in my 01 coupe. I figure since I rarely (actually never so far) go to the track and the car is my daily driver, I will just go with the LS7 clutch. I have a couple questions though... since this is the first time I have had to get a clutch replaced.
Does a new throw out bearing come with the clutch assembly? I plan on ordering the LS7 kit from Fred Beans, but I want to make sure I order everything I need.
Second, I plan on replacing the slave cylinder while I am having this done, but to use the LS7 clutch do I also have to replace the master cylinder?
Thanks guys!
Does a new throw out bearing come with the clutch assembly? I plan on ordering the LS7 kit from Fred Beans, but I want to make sure I order everything I need.
Second, I plan on replacing the slave cylinder while I am having this done, but to use the LS7 clutch do I also have to replace the master cylinder?
Thanks guys!
Le Mans Master
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 6,276
Likes: 227
From: Farmington CT
Cruise-In VII Veteran
the new slave includes the t/o bearing, you'll also need a new pilot bearing
oem hydraulics work, I've used a McCleod master w/ the LS7's
are you having a shop do the work? if so, it's best to have them get the parts
oem hydraulics work, I've used a McCleod master w/ the LS7's
are you having a shop do the work? if so, it's best to have them get the parts
Thread Starter
Racer
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 256
Likes: 0
From: Huntsville AL
Yeah, I am having a shop do the install.. my father-in-law works there so I am still trying to get him to price the parts for me. I figure they can get them cheaper than I can, but I want to make sure they install the parts I want (ie- not just another stock LS1 clutch) so I am trying to do my homework and if I have to I will buy the parts.
Race Director
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 13,760
Likes: 75
From: Haymarket VA
You will use the LS6 slave. I use the Cartek adjustable master with my LS7 and it's been perfect for my 460 RWHP.
I'm putting in a 402 now and I don't think the LS7 clutch will hold the new motor. Going to a Ram Dual Disc setup.
I'm putting in a 402 now and I don't think the LS7 clutch will hold the new motor. Going to a Ram Dual Disc setup.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 8,004
Likes: 250
From: Tampa Fl
St. Jude Donor '12-'13-'14
Although im currently having a little issue with my pedal feeling soft and it has stuck a couple times, I still dont think its my new LS7 clutch itself. I have about 1200 miles on it
I might be wrong, but I think its my Mcleods adjustable master cyclinder, or maybe a little air pocket. The clutch grabs great as far as im concerned. I only use the car on the weekends so I havent given to much effort to see what the problem might be.
I might be wrong, but I think its my Mcleods adjustable master cyclinder, or maybe a little air pocket. The clutch grabs great as far as im concerned. I only use the car on the weekends so I havent given to much effort to see what the problem might be.
