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I got a 350 Chev in a 40 Series and I've noticed my clutch has started to slip.

I've had this one recommended to me
http://www.jegs.com/i/Centerforce/183/DF271739/10002/-1

Is this one (@ NZ$650 plus freight) the way to go or is their a better alternative in NZ ie; through MPs or BNT etc?

If you know the way I drive (& the Mrs), I need something heavy duty and I dont want to have to be replacing it all the time. I think its better to pay a bit more and get quality.

Cheers
Malcolm

I got my clutch from ABC (Automotive brake and clutch) In Auckland and they were fantastic. I suggest giving them a call and seeing what they can get before you get one from overseas. 0800 585258

get hold of Brian Howat and get a twin plate setup, he can make up the bits, no slip after that

Pedro

What sort of cost would that be pedro ?
Mp autoparts quoted $225 for a pressure plate 2400lbs old one was 1400lbs he measured it, $180 for a standard clutch disk

twin plate rocks BUT can be a bit of a squeeze to fit it in .mine uses a standard 2f cover unit (about 20 yrs old now)and two standad(ish) plates with an intermediate plate and it is the biz .was a mission to fit in but was well worth it .had to grind out some of the bell housing and part off some of the cover unit edges .mind you mine doesn't get thrashed that much

sig wrote:twin plate rocks BUT can be a bit of a squeeze to fit it in .mine uses a standard 2f cover unit (about 20 yrs old now)and two standad(ish) plates with an intermediate plate and it is the biz .was a mission to fit in but was well worth it .had to grind out some of the bell housing and part off some of the cover unit edges .mind you mine doesn't get thrashed that much

Yeah Right....

If you dont go down the twin clutch plate setup Greg at MP Autoparts recond my old pressure plate when I did the first engine conversion and got it up to 2800 or 3200lbs (cant remember which one I'll have to dig the receipt out)

the clutch in yours was a mp rebuild ,higher pressure as well .seriously go have a chat to brian .i saw him at club meet tonite and told him of your problem .he might already have a spare centre plate already cut out.otherwise he will be doing some more twin plate clutchs soon .he runs the cheapest van clutch he could find (made into a twin plate) in his v12 landy and he regularly sidesteps it in third gear without a problem.and its making good hp

On my way to see Brian right now
Thanks for help so far I will keep posting as this unfolds

how did you get on at brians

have seen Brian. I'll pull clutch out and take it to him so he can check sizes.
He thinks the twin plates the way to go.
But it was hard to get a price out of him at this stage.

What sizes does he need to check ?
My clutch setup and flywheel are sitting on the bench, it could be easier for me to take in and get a price ? Might do that tomorrow as i have to see rob round the corner.
What setup is in yours ?

jumper wrote:What sizes does he need to check ?
My clutch setup and flywheel are sitting on the bench, it could be easier for me to take in and get a price ? Might do that tomorrow as i have to see rob round the corner.
What setup is in yours ?

Did you get round to Brians today? What did he have to say?
I'm not sure on the set up on mine until I pull it out sometime next week.

Yep went to brians he said i need to get a 9in van clutch kit plus an extra disk the cheapest ones they have. Then he will do his stuff but can't do it till april as he is going on holiday and the boys can't do it. He mentioned about bellhousing size to make sure it will fit.

When's this going in cruiser......Will it be done over at your work??????? give me a yell thanks abbo....

Clutch removal will be happening tomorrow (monday) night at the All Cutt yard
All welcome refreshments supplied

Im on my way to yard now
Refreshments after 4pm
cheers Malcolm

Yep I'll make my way out there

been there

done that

Abbo proving that he can multitask

The clutch is out
Thanks for the help guys. Had Skid Abbo Sadam Jerry and Jumper doing the work.I just supplyed some tools and beer
I think Jerry mite have taken a photo also....

Beer_Cruiser wrote:The clutch is out
Thanks for the help guys. Had Skid Abbo Sadam Jerry and Jumper doing the work.I just supplyed some tools and beer
I think Jerry mite have taken a photo also....

off to work you go dude

dont forget to post up when the return visit, for the install

hahhaha...looks like smeegle in the hole

wopass wrote:

hahhaha...looks like smeegle in the hole

and the sign in the background with the blokes "at ease" with hands in pockets = priceless...

Im picking up clutch from MPs at 430pm
so in she goes tonight all welcome

Will be there with bells and dangly things hanging from my hairy gonads

abbo wrote:Will be there with bells and dangly things hanging from my hairy gonads

OMG the visual...I think I'll have nightmares tonight!!!

TopGear wrote:

abbo wrote:Will be there with bells and dangly things hanging from my hairy gonads

OMG the visual...I think I'll have nightmares tonight!!!

I am sure that Jerry will be happy to take a photo of them

abbo wrote:Will be there with bells and dangly things hanging from my hairy gonads

and on that note, I will be MIA

Clutch is all in and working, lost a bellhousing bolt somewhere..... guess it'll turn up in the bottom of Jerrys washing machine when he does his laundry next week

Thanks for the beer and pizza's guys