How long does F1 Clutch last?
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about 2000 miles then you have to throw the car away and buy a new one
seriously tho - i would suggest between 6 and 10k from what ive read. there are some which have lasted much longer. however, this would depend on drving style, amount of town driving etc. also there were different ecu's as the car developed. early 360 f1 clutches were supposed to be awkward to say the least.
i had a 355 f1 and enjoyed the f1 box. you do have to adapt your driving style tho, it has to be learned. i was always a bit worried about an actuator failure heading my way tho, thats a pretty exensive part
seriously tho - i would suggest between 6 and 10k from what ive read. there are some which have lasted much longer. however, this would depend on drving style, amount of town driving etc. also there were different ecu's as the car developed. early 360 f1 clutches were supposed to be awkward to say the least.
i had a 355 f1 and enjoyed the f1 box. you do have to adapt your driving style tho, it has to be learned. i was always a bit worried about an actuator failure heading my way tho, thats a pretty exensive part
dsgv6 said:Whoever told you that had a manual
I've heard all sorts of numbers.....down to just 1500 for those who abuse it
I've done approx 25K Mls in 2 years and had 2 clutches fitted....the first one was pretty close after picking it up and the second not that long ago..work it out...But I drive like Miss Daisy's older sister
They're 'bout one and a half a shot so don't worry about it..
Thanks guys, quite encouraging feedback really. Although i'd prefer a manual i shouldn't rule out a good F1 example in that case.
Now, colour combinations - Rosso/Crema for me i think.
Dealer told me the other day that there are so many Red with Nero because normally customer's wives 'advise' that lighter colours will be harder to keep clean!
DSG
Now, colour combinations - Rosso/Crema for me i think.
Dealer told me the other day that there are so many Red with Nero because normally customer's wives 'advise' that lighter colours will be harder to keep clean! DSG
dsgv6 said:
Guys,
I know this has been discussed a few times but i'm trying to establish how long the clutch lasts on the 360 F1 on average.
I've heard all sorts of numbers from as high as 18000 miles down to just 1500 for those who abuse it.
Can you give me the benefit of your experience?
DSG
I changed mine after 15,000 miles !!!
I heard that to get the best value out of the clutch you should keep it in sport (for quicker changes and so less slip) and avoid the automatic mode. Also selecting neutral as you approach lights and not selecting first until you pull away. Can anyone confirm?
Another tip when buying is that some garages can check the % wear on the clutch and so let you know how long it's going to be before you need to start thinking about it. I'm picking up a 360 F1 in 3 weeks time and it has 78% wear left.
Another tip when buying is that some garages can check the % wear on the clutch and so let you know how long it's going to be before you need to start thinking about it. I'm picking up a 360 F1 in 3 weeks time and it has 78% wear left.
porschedriver said:Be careful cos I think the value can be tricked, could be wrong though. Best to look at invoices if any. I made this mistake when I picked mine up and I needed a new clutch only a few months after the purchase
I heard that to get the best value out of the clutch you should keep it in sport (for quicker changes and so less slip) and avoid the automatic mode. Also selecting neutral as you approach lights and not selecting first until you pull away. Can anyone confirm?
Another tip when buying is that some garages can check the % wear on the clutch and so let you know how long it's going to be before you need to start thinking about it. I'm picking up a 360 F1 in 3 weeks time and it has 78% wear left.
Good luck with the purchase, I'm sure you will enjoy.
Big T said:
I heard that to get the best value out of the clutch you should keep it in sport (for quicker changes and so less slip) and avoid the automatic mode. Also selecting neutral as you approach lights and not selecting first until you pull away. Can anyone confirm?
Another tip when buying is that some garages can check the % wear on the clutch and so let you know how long it's going to be before you need to start thinking about it. I'm picking up a 360 F1 in 3 weeks time and it has 78% wear left.
Good luck with the purchase, I'm sure you will enjoy.
I don't think you can trick the TCU wear ratio. It does have a +/- tolerance of a couple of perecent but it's normally pretty accurate.
I've got a 360 F1 and main things to note are:
Keeping it in sport will help the clutch life as the changes are quicker with less slip. The downside to this is the suspension stays rock solid and if your going over bumpy surfaces regularly you'll end up replacing suspension bushes, ball joints, etc (common problem on 360)
The reason for sticking it in neutral at the lights is to preserve the life of the release bearing. The clutch only engages when the throttle is pressed.
Be positive when moving off as a slow start means more slip. You can also feel how well and when the clutch is engaging so just be sensible and read the car.
Clutch wear is not linear so you can not use current mileage since last clutch change to workout clutch life.
I would say 15 - 20k is easily achievable if driven well.
djkam's comments make sense to me. I sold my 04 e-gear Gallaro at 33,000km and the dealer said the clutch wear indicator was suggesting I would have got 50,000km from it - certainly, it was working perfectly. I used to put it in neutral at the lights and avoided feathering the clutch, instead favouring a quick take-up. No launch starts, though!
porschedriver said:
I heard that to get the best value out of the clutch you should keep it in sport (for quicker changes and so less slip) and avoid the automatic mode. Also selecting neutral as you approach lights and not selecting first until you pull away. Can anyone confirm?
Another tip when buying is that some garages can check the % wear on the clutch and so let you know how long it's going to be before you need to start thinking about it. I'm picking up a 360 F1 in 3 weeks time and it has 78% wear left.
Yes. Also Sport mode slackens the traction control too ie more sideways movement.
ferrari355gtb said:
I heard that to get the best value out of the clutch you should keep it in sport (for quicker changes and so less slip) and avoid the automatic mode. Also selecting neutral as you approach lights and not selecting first until you pull away. Can anyone confirm?
Another tip when buying is that some garages can check the % wear on the clutch and so let you know how long it's going to be before you need to start thinking about it. I'm picking up a 360 F1 in 3 weeks time and it has 78% wear left.
Yes. Also Sport mode slackens the traction control too ie more sideways movement.
Sideways movement! - I definitly need to get used to 400 BHP first before engaging sports mode then. I'm used to 280 BHP and 4WD (and I managed to spin that once - although, of course, not my fault at all).
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