Clutch again

[SILICONEKID340HP]

Just a quick question ,when i purchase a clutch does it come as a three piece kit ? is it normal practice to replace the lot ?

Just enquired about a clutch and i got this answer which is even more confusing.
Can someone explain what the three parts do.

HiI will give the softest advices ,You can send me your old clutch and we can convert it to make a competition paddle kit that will take the bhp. a rough price will be £150.00-£175.00 depends on the size and complication of buildKindest RegardsLinda CardissSales DirectorClutch-Specialists.co.uk0113245339607889601993

[peaktorque]

Pressure plate, release bearing and friction plate.

Without question all three should be changed at the same time.

Some suppliers may insist on an exchange basis for your old crap, but the three or four clutches I've changed in the past the old crap ends up in the bin.

[Chimpafrolic]

Daz, is there any reason why you aren't buying a Helix clutch off Rob?

It's a good value quality proven product from a decent guy that wont rip you off.

Dont spoil the ship for a hapeth of silicione mate

[tonys]

Definitely renew all three at the same time.

Some do just renew the friction plate, but as it's all got to come out in any event, it really is false economy just to renew the friction plate; it will all be worn to varying degrees.

[SILICONEKID340HP]

How much is the Helix clutch ?

[neal1980]

I got a helix clutch from rob only done 1500 miles most of those running in. Im using the cover but still have the plate. Maybe used with your original cover would be ok??

[SILICONEKID340HP]

neal1980 said:

I got a helix clutch from rob only done 1500 miles most of those running in. Im using the cover but still have the plate. Maybe used with your original cover would be ok??

Maybe its damaged due to slipping .How are you getting on with the paddle clutch.?

The email i got mentioned to paddle clutch.

HiI will give the softest advices ,You can send me your old clutch and we can convert it to make a competition paddle kit that will take the bhp. a rough price will be £150.00-£175.00 depends on the size and complication of buildKindest RegardsLinda CardissSales DirectorClutch-Specialists.co.uk0113245339607889601993

[Chimpafrolic]

SILICONEKID340HP said:

How much is the Helix clutch ?

Just ask Rob, when I bought mine it was only a little bit more money than a standard clutch.

Unlike your monster, my baby 4.0 litre doesn’t really need an uprated clutch (yet).

However, it’s likely I will be adding some of Robs heads at some point soon.

So it made very good sense to pay a bit more for a much better clutch that can cope with the extra power thats on the horizon.

I don’t want the bother of fitting another clutch for a good while yet.

Remember Daz; cheapest has nothing to do with value for money.

Do the job once and do it right, it’s a strategy that will pay dividends in the long run.

I think the Helix is good for 400 torques? but V8 Developments can confirm this.

It might be fair to assume neal1980 was asking a bit more than this from his Helix?

Edited by Chimpafrolic on Wednesday 5th October 22:23

[CHIMV8]

Chimpafrolic said:

SILICONEKID340HP said:

How much is the Helix clutch ?

Just ask Rob, when I bought mine it was only a little bit more money than a standard clutch.

Unlike your monster, my baby 4.0 litre doesn’t really need an uprated clutch (yet).

However, it’s likely I will be adding some of Robs heads at some point soon.

So it made very good sense to pay a bit more for a much better clutch that can cope with the extra power thats on the horizon.

I don’t want the bother of fitting another clutch for a good while yet.

Remember Daz; cheapest has nothing to do with value for money.

Do the job once and do it right, it’s a strategy that will pay dividends in the long run.

I think the Helix is good for 400 torques? but V8 Developments can confirm this.

It might be fair to assume neal1980 was asking a bit more than this from his Helix?

Edited by Chimpafrolic on Wednesday 5th October 22:23

Bloody hell Daz you lot work cash in hand most of the time anyway...just throw in a weekend jobby to cover the cost!!!!

[neal1980]

SILICONEKID340HP said:

Maybe its damaged due to slipping .How are you getting on with the paddle clutch.?

The email i got mentioned to paddle clutch.

HiI will give the softest advices ,You can send me your old clutch and we can convert it to make a competition paddle kit that will take the bhp. a rough price will be £150.00-£175.00 depends on the size and complication of buildKindest RegardsLinda CardissSales DirectorClutch-Specialists.co.uk0113245339607889601993

It slipped twice on me then I knew I had to change it, looks fine to me.

Paddle is a bit on/off but at least no slip, not ideal but will get me through this year until I can save the pennies for a Mcleod Street Twin jobbie.

Daz did you feel how heavy my clutch was

[dbv8]

If i was you Daz (and I am not) I would have Neals plate.

Maybe Neal can offer to fit it for you at a fair price.
Hes getting good at swapping clutches now.

[haircutmike]

dbv8 said:

If i was you Daz (and I am not) I would have Neals plate.

Maybe Neal can offer to fit it for you at a fair price.
Hes getting good at swapping clutches now.

Maybe he can take my gearbox out as wwell?

[neal1980]

I got access to my mates ramps nearly every Sunday makes changing anything a doddle.

Approx 2 / 2.5 hours would see the clutch done.

Whats my labour rate now

What you decided then Daz??

[MADMAX2]

neal1980 said:

I got access to my mates ramps nearly every Sunday makes changing anything a doddle.

Approx 2 / 2.5 hours would see the clutch done.

Whats my labour rate now

What you decided then Daz??

ive got a garage a pit and all the tools thinkable to borrow anytime just keep the beers rollin his way!

[SILICONEKID340HP]

Im in Corralejo on holiday ,will get back to you on the clutch ,do i need a thrust bearing and the other bit ? petrol is 90 pence a litre and its 30 degrees ..

[macdeb]

SILICONEKID340HP said:

Im in Corralejo on holiday petrol is 90 pence a litre and its 30 degrees ..

bloke, you almost had me feeling sorry for you at Shakey yet there you are on hols and still worried about petrol price!!
But, seriously, hope you get it sorted mate and YES replace the thrust bearing, it's only a few quid and can be bloody annoying if it squeals. Will you be at Shakey end of month?

Edited by macdeb on Monday 10th October 20:49

[Simon says]

Things cant be that bad then Daz. ..

[dbv8]

That weekend at Shakey was the closest ive been to an actual holiday in many years!

[Chilliman]

Chimpafrolic said:

SILICONEKID340HP said:

How much is the Helix clutch ?

Remember Daz; cheapest has nothing to do with value for money.

Edited by Chimpafrolic on Wednesday 5th October 22:23

He's a plumber, that's one of the first things they teach them at plumber's school, closely followed by 'and then charge the earth for it'

Edited by Chilliman on Tuesday 11th October 11:52