New LS7 clutch issue
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Burning Brakes
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From: Lynn MA
New LS7 clutch issue
My 99 C5 just had it's clutch replaced with the LS7 along with pilot bearing, slave, new master and a speed bleeder by a friend who's also a very good mechanic.
It all works well except that it engages about an inch or so from the floor. I know this isn't normal and it feels strange. The old clutch grabbed high but it was original with 126,000 miles on it.
I need advice on what needs to be done or is something wrong with a piece of the new parts. Like I said it works fine and there aren't any noises or anything out of the ordinary. All the parts were replaced with OE. Thanks
It all works well except that it engages about an inch or so from the floor. I know this isn't normal and it feels strange. The old clutch grabbed high but it was original with 126,000 miles on it.
I need advice on what needs to be done or is something wrong with a piece of the new parts. Like I said it works fine and there aren't any noises or anything out of the ordinary. All the parts were replaced with OE. Thanks
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Burning Brakes
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Melting Slicks
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ls7 clutch needs a slave shim or it will grab low. Either install an adjustable master or tear it back down to install the shim.
http://www.tickperformance.com/tick-...im-kit-3-pack/
http://www.tickperformance.com/tick-...im-kit-3-pack/
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Burning Brakes
Joined: May 2013
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From: Lynn MA
ls7 clutch needs a slave shim or it will grab low. Either install an adjustable master or tear it back down to install the shim.
http://www.tickperformance.com/tick-...im-kit-3-pack/
http://www.tickperformance.com/tick-...im-kit-3-pack/
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Burning Brakes
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I had an LS7 clutch installed with Tick MC etc. Initially like you I thought it needed adjustment because of how low it engaged. I was told the same thing about time, putting a little mileage and usage to allow the clutch to break in. After about a month, the engagement point was back at stock range. Clutch is one of the best upgrades you can make for an MN6. Never have to worry about the pedal on the floor issues.
I had no issues with the LS7 clutch or pedal feel- only reason I changed was I went to an SC set up and needed an application to handle the extra HP. Good luck to you!
I had no issues with the LS7 clutch or pedal feel- only reason I changed was I went to an SC set up and needed an application to handle the extra HP. Good luck to you!
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Burning Brakes
Joined: May 2013
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From: Lynn MA
I had an LS7 clutch installed with Tick MC etc. Initially like you I thought it needed adjustment because of how low it engaged. I was told the same thing about time, putting a little mileage and usage to allow the clutch to break in. After about a month, the engagement point was back at stock range. Clutch is one of the best upgrades you can make for an MN6. Never have to worry about the pedal on the floor issues.
I had no issues with the LS7 clutch or pedal feel- only reason I changed was I went to an SC set up and needed an application to handle the extra HP. Good luck to you!
I had no issues with the LS7 clutch or pedal feel- only reason I changed was I went to an SC set up and needed an application to handle the extra HP. Good luck to you!