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Old Jul 3, 2009 | 01:21 AM
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how do you know exactly when to get your clutch replaced?
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Old Jul 3, 2009 | 04:56 AM
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If it isnt slipping, when the pedal travel becomes less. Say when the clutch engages at the top of the pedal.
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Old Jul 3, 2009 | 05:04 AM
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I noticed mine need to be swapped out when it started slipping... basically the rpms would increase more the the mph ...what kind of power you putting down? mods?
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haven't ran a dyno yet, but i have the professional products typhoon intake manifold, head and cams, borla s type exhaust, and when i bought it someone started to put in a nos kit but didnt finish so i have no idea where they left off.
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