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Old 08-31-2002, 03:04 PM   #1 (permalink)
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searching for clutch info

I would like to find out how hard it is to install a performance clutch. I know this has been coverd before, but I didn't get much through the search so I am asking again for new opinions. What clutch should I get? Are they simple to install?
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clutch

I called a local Cluch Place here and he said that when it comes
to aftermarket clutches like ACT and CLuchmasters take stock plates grind them and add different composites.

He said that the only performance clutch that he deals with is exedy <jap> becuase they start from scratch on all their parts
and have a superior quality over other ppoular manufacturers.
This is what he said anyways, I'm taking his word, he seemed pretty knoledgable on the subject
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Old 08-31-2002, 11:00 PM   #3 (permalink)
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Really I never have heard of them, do they have a web site or something? I would like to read a little more about them.Thanks
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440 whp 800 torque.
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Old 09-02-2002, 06:58 PM   #4 (permalink)
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You might also want to look into RPS Turbo Clutches.

www.turboclutch.com

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h-t has a pretty informative post about clutches....

http://www.honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=215379
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Old 09-03-2002, 11:51 PM   #7 (permalink)
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thanks guys I will check all those!!!Hopefully I will get some good install tips there.
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Clutch Installation

As for as performance goes, Exedy is good.

This may or may not be the correct way to do it, but this is how I did it. (well actually i had the motor out when i changed mine) and I am assuming you have removed your axles.

To install a new clutch...

Tools:
17mm Deep Socket (pretty sure its 17)
15mm Deep Socket (for shift linkage bolts, i think its 15)
10mm 12point Socket

Ratchet (of course)
Clutch Alignment Tool (you can rent from stores like AutoZone)
Option 1:Impact Gun , Option 2: 19mm socket, long handled ratchet or breaker bar

Step 1:
Support the motor and tranny with a jack, raise the transmission just a tad to relieve the pressure off the motor mount. Take the three bolts off the transmission mount (the ones actually screwed into the block). Then remove the motor mount itself.

Step 2:
Disconnect the speed sensor (has two hoses going into it), Disconnect the shift linkage, Disconnect all sensors from the tranny.

Step 3:
Now this is the tricky part, unbolt the tranny from the block, i think there are 6 bolts, you might need more then yourself to do this. Your going to need to slide the transmission out of block, you might want to lower the motor a tad by relieving some pressure on the jack to bring the tranny closer to the ground / further away from the chassis, you can also rent tranny jacks by the way.

Step 4:
So now you have the tranny off the block...
Remove the pressure plate from the flywheel, i think there are 5-7 10mm 12point bolts holding it in with a criss-cross pattern. Remove your old clutch, check flywheel surfaces for damage, ie. cracks or if its warped...stick your new clutch in there, put the pressure plate back on there (or use the new one if you have one) and screw the bolts on finger tight. Use the clutch alignment tool to get it in place, then tighten the bolts in a criss-cross pattern.

Step 5:
Before putting it all back together you might want to check the throw-out bearing for play. If there is a lot of play or if it feels like it needs to be replaced then pick one up at your local auto store.

Step 6:
Put everything back together in the reverse order.


this isnt the most detailed description of how to change the clutch i just wanted to remind everyone. its just the way i did it...and it works

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Old 09-04-2002, 02:15 AM   #9 (permalink)
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ignore the part about the impact gun...i was gonna go more in depth....i was gonna explain how to take the flywheel off, but forgot you didnt need to take it off... (i pulled the whole thing apart)
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Hey bro thanks that was pretty imformative, that should be facted. From the sound of it doesn't seem to be too hard.
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good writeup LudeDrew; too bad i got a SH....wonder how hard it is to do that with the ATTS in the way =/
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Old 09-06-2002, 03:08 PM   #12 (permalink)
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no idea on how hard it would be with the atts....maybe ill look into it sometime. :P
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