Re: Clutch Advice

[David Ian Utley <diutley@telepath.com>]

>From: "Lisa & Rick" <hugacub@whidbey.net>
>Date: Fri, 8 Nov 1996 20:26:23 +0800
>Subject: Clutch advise
>
>I know there's been a bit of discussion here about performance 
>clutches, but I need advise on the best clutch for my mostly 
>unmodifed daily driver 'Rocco.
>
>Can any of you mod crazy enthusuasts lower yourself back down to this 
>level?  My clutch is starting to slip, so I better start looking for 
>a replacement, especially with all the miles I drive.  There goes the 
>motor mounts, springs, etc for now :(
>
>I need quality and reliability.  I'm not sure, but I don't think this 
>clutch is that old.  They must have neglected to machine the flywheel
>when it was installed.  I'll probably pay to have it put in, as my 
>only free time is on weekends and I don't really have the place to 
>work on it either.  
>
>I remember reading that it's a good idea to replace the flywheel 
>bolts after removing it.  Any other things I should be thinking of 
>while I'm preparing to have this done?  
>
>Another thing that concerns me is finding a place that will install 
>parts that I buy.  I know that's a sore spot at most shops.  It's a 
>shame that there's a VW dealer right down the street from work, but 
>I'm betting you all tell me to stay away from VW clutches.  This is 
>gonna be a pain to work out, me thinks.  Oh well.........ya gotta do 
>what ya gotta do.  TIA
>
>
>
>
>Rick    hugacub@whidbey.net

Rick, 
        If you want reliability, stick with SACHS, which is the original
manufacturer for VW and many other german car manufacturers.  There are a
few options that you can consider.  I do believe you can fit the 210mm
clutch to your car, I cannot recall at the moment.  This would help give a
bit more grip if you wish to upgrade a small bit.  also, you might want to
get the 200mm sport clutch, if you really wnat to race.  Ihave this one on
my car, and I can launch at a higher rpm without fear of ruining it.  Quite
fun!  Only one drawback on this one.  On cold mornings, you do get a
sluggish start, unless you rev it higher at first until it warms up.  No
biggie....


David
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