Just put in LS7 cluth
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From: Rowland Heights California
Just put in LS7 cluth
Hi forum members... I have an 02 zo6 with head and cam package and had the clutch stuck on the floor syndrom whenever I got on it, and was bugging me so i went on the forum and got advice to install LS7 cluth. So i bought an LS7 cluth kit and had it installed and drove it home today. It did not stick on the floor anymore but the clutch catching point is so close to the ground and much harder to push down on. I like the fact that it does not stick to the floor anymore but do not like how the catching point is so close to the ground and is so much stiffer. I like how the stock one felt much better. Smooth and soft. Anyone changed to an LS7 clutch? I d like some feedback on how yours feel and if this is normal. Thank you again.
Melting Slicks
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Please tell me you didn't go wide open throttle with a brand new clutch! You need to follow the proper break-in procedure.
Even though the clutch pedal feel is heavier than stock, I find the LS7 acceptable. It is lighter than my Spec3 was. The disengage/engage point will end up about midway over time.
Even though the clutch pedal feel is heavier than stock, I find the LS7 acceptable. It is lighter than my Spec3 was. The disengage/engage point will end up about midway over time.
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From: Rowland Heights California
Please tell me you didn't go wide open throttle with a brand new clutch! You need to follow the proper break-in procedure.
Even though the clutch pedal feel is heavier than stock, I find the LS7 acceptable. It is lighter than my Spec3 was. The disengage/engage point will end up about midway over time.
Even though the clutch pedal feel is heavier than stock, I find the LS7 acceptable. It is lighter than my Spec3 was. The disengage/engage point will end up about midway over time.
Feel so stupid... How do i break it in properly? Hope I didnt do any big harm to it. Still felt like nothing happen when i got home and parked it. Thank you for your quick response and good to know that it will engage about midway over time.
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When you guys installed the LS7 clutches I assume you also did flywheel and pilot bearing because you have to correct? Did either of you also replace the Slave/throw out bearing, or master cylinder? Would replacing these effect the pedal effort and engagement point? I am getting ready to do the clutch in the near future and I am leaning towards this LS7 upgrade. Any advice is awesome.
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Please tell me you didn't go wide open throttle with a brand new clutch! You need to follow the proper break-in procedure.
Even though the clutch pedal feel is heavier than stock, I find the LS7 acceptable. It is lighter than my Spec3 was. The disengage/engage point will end up about midway over time.
Even though the clutch pedal feel is heavier than stock, I find the LS7 acceptable. It is lighter than my Spec3 was. The disengage/engage point will end up about midway over time.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Jensen Beach FL
I stick by the 500 mile period that is used for new Differentials and brakes and is what I did with my new C5 Z06 clutch (warranty work 2 years ago and dealer said LS7 clutch was not an approved GM replacement for my 04 coupe).
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From: Poor pathetic little excuse for a boy
When you guys installed the LS7 clutches I assume you also did flywheel and pilot bearing because you have to correct? Did either of you also replace the Slave/throw out bearing, or master cylinder? Would replacing these effect the pedal effort and engagement point? I am getting ready to do the clutch in the near future and I am leaning towards this LS7 upgrade. Any advice is awesome.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-p...time-only.html
Had the sticky pedal syndrome over a year ago, put in a replacement OEM master per suggestion from Mike Yeager and has been problem free since.
