Top Reasons Why a Clutch Burns
02-19-2012, 02:29 PM
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Re: Top Reasons Why a Clutch Burns
+1. And also use that beater for driving to Dodger games, in traffic, uphill, instead of the DC5, you know. Basicly use that beater to practice driving a manual, instead of driving the DC5 (you know, the DC5 that you would normally use to drive to MLB Dodger games).
And once you learn how to drive, then get a good aftermarket clutch for your car. Was it a DC2 that you own, or was it a DC5? I can't remember. Anyway, then you can use it to drive to the Angels games. Or was it Dodgers games? I can't remember. Anyway, you get the picture.
And once you learn how to drive, then get a good aftermarket clutch for your car. Was it a DC2 that you own, or was it a DC5? I can't remember. Anyway, then you can use it to drive to the Angels games. Or was it Dodgers games? I can't remember. Anyway, you get the picture.
but its 4 people including me...
in my heart i knew this was a bad thing, but in the heat of the moment, and douchebags too lazy to drive... i give up my ride... i told everyone too... i said, you guys smell that, its my clutch m you biznitches
no one cares...
but for now on... im staying at the bar or taking a taxi
hahabut the great thing is, the engine noise and the vtec noise and engagement is still top class notch
its sounds so much better now
for the past several years, i was thinking about trading it in for an S2000
but now that is feels brand new, i am thinking about scooping up some rims
i need new tires too
02-20-2012, 06:47 AM
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Re: Top Reasons Why a Clutch Burns
i am confused. how are you 'burning' the clutch above 5000 rpm? a clutch does nothing after it is engaged. it can only slip if the clutch or pp is defective, or if you are making more torque than the clutch is designed for.
why are you riding the clutch? in under 10 minutes in the car you should be able to figure out engagement point is.
are you rev matching downshifts? your clutch and your transmission will thank you.
i suggest you take a ride with someone that is good at correctly driving a manual.
why are you riding the clutch? in under 10 minutes in the car you should be able to figure out engagement point is.
are you rev matching downshifts? your clutch and your transmission will thank you.
i suggest you take a ride with someone that is good at correctly driving a manual.
02-20-2012, 04:26 PM
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Re: Top Reasons Why a Clutch Burns
ok enough with the "stadium" and the emoticons
not sure what the point of this thread is if you pretty much answered your own question.
you said you ride the clutch going up hill and above 5k rpm
i'd take others advice and have someone show you how to drive
not sure what the point of this thread is if you pretty much answered your own question.
you said you ride the clutch going up hill and above 5k rpm
i'd take others advice and have someone show you how to drive
02-20-2012, 08:26 PM
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Re: Top Reasons Why a Clutch Burns
CORRECTION:
36K miles not 26K haha...
i just barely noticed today, i had no idea why i had the number 26 stuck in my head
36K miles not 26K haha...
i just barely noticed today, i had no idea why i had the number 26 stuck in my head
02-20-2012, 08:30 PM
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Re: Top Reasons Why a Clutch Burns
and yes, it would be nice to see someone drive in a steep uphill climb in stop and go traffic for about 15 minutes...
anyone here, drove to Dodgers Stadium with a manual transmission, with 3 other occupants all averaging 200 pounds each per passenger?
i guess i learn the hard way, haha, never more!
02-20-2012, 08:31 PM
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02-21-2012, 04:20 PM
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Re: Top Reasons Why a Clutch Burns
you just assuming, of course i am listening...
and yes that dude was trolling
he has 5 posts and 3 of them are in my thread
with just
"agreed"
hahah cmon, no wonder i left this forum, its so dead now too...
peace out
02-22-2012, 04:23 AM
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Re: Top Reasons Why a Clutch Burns
proper downshifting should have little to no wear on the clutch. I downshift all the time and just changed out the stock clutch at 135k miles, probably better than half of that being city driving or stop and go traffic (damn you I-95 between philly and DC!!!)
02-22-2012, 05:04 AM
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Re: Top Reasons Why a Clutch Burns
As I have been reading all the posts, I've concluded the main reason for burning the clutch. Riding the clutch at 5k rpms uphill with a heavy cargo and a high gear. Just a little slip on the disc and it will continue to slip more and more considering the conditions mentioned. Its like accelerating from stop using 3rd gear or higher at 5k rpm with pigs on the backseat.
Downshifting wont cause a lot of damage as long as you keep your foot off the pedal after shifting. Shifting to higher gears would be best for the clutch if engine rpm will be same or very close to engine rpm after clutch engagement. Your passengers wont notice you shifted gears.
On daily driving, 1200 rpm and below at start up and as soon as the clutch gets full engagement, you can hit the gas as much as you want. You will burn your tires but not the clutch.
If you cant remove the habit of riding on the clutch, install additional springs on the clutch pedal to minimize clutch slip. This will also make your left foot more muscular. lol
Downshifting wont cause a lot of damage as long as you keep your foot off the pedal after shifting. Shifting to higher gears would be best for the clutch if engine rpm will be same or very close to engine rpm after clutch engagement. Your passengers wont notice you shifted gears.
On daily driving, 1200 rpm and below at start up and as soon as the clutch gets full engagement, you can hit the gas as much as you want. You will burn your tires but not the clutch.
If you cant remove the habit of riding on the clutch, install additional springs on the clutch pedal to minimize clutch slip. This will also make your left foot more muscular. lol
02-22-2012, 10:32 AM
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Re: Top Reasons Why a Clutch Burns
As I have been reading all the posts, I've concluded the main reason for burning the clutch. Riding the clutch at 5k rpms uphill with a heavy cargo and a high gear. Just a little slip on the disc and it will continue to slip more and more considering the conditions mentioned. Its like accelerating from stop using 3rd gear or higher at 5k rpm with pigs on the backseat.
Downshifting wont cause a lot of damage as long as you keep your foot off the pedal after shifting. Shifting to higher gears would be best for the clutch if engine rpm will be same or very close to engine rpm after clutch engagement. Your passengers wont notice you shifted gears.
On daily driving, 1200 rpm and below at start up and as soon as the clutch gets full engagement, you can hit the gas as much as you want. You will burn your tires but not the clutch.
If you cant remove the habit of riding on the clutch, install additional springs on the clutch pedal to minimize clutch slip. This will also make your left foot more muscular. lol
Downshifting wont cause a lot of damage as long as you keep your foot off the pedal after shifting. Shifting to higher gears would be best for the clutch if engine rpm will be same or very close to engine rpm after clutch engagement. Your passengers wont notice you shifted gears.
On daily driving, 1200 rpm and below at start up and as soon as the clutch gets full engagement, you can hit the gas as much as you want. You will burn your tires but not the clutch.
If you cant remove the habit of riding on the clutch, install additional springs on the clutch pedal to minimize clutch slip. This will also make your left foot more muscular. lol
thank you sir
02-22-2012, 02:05 PM
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Re: Top Reasons Why a Clutch Burns
Downshifting won't really hurt the clutch unless you aren't rev matching each downshift... I would be more worried how your synchros are doing!
Wait till one of does fails you will cry at the cost of replacement...
Honestly I don't see why you have to be so rough with it... I pound the **** out of my FA5 but not to the point that the clutch is being over used.
Wait till one of does fails you will cry at the cost of replacement...
Honestly I don't see why you have to be so rough with it... I pound the **** out of my FA5 but not to the point that the clutch is being over used.
02-22-2012, 08:58 PM
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Downshifting won't really hurt the clutch unless you aren't rev matching each downshift... I would be more worried how your synchros are doing!
Wait till one of does fails you will cry at the cost of replacement...
Honestly I don't see why you have to be so rough with it... I pound the **** out of my FA5 but not to the point that the clutch is being over used.
Wait till one of does fails you will cry at the cost of replacement...
Honestly I don't see why you have to be so rough with it... I pound the **** out of my FA5 but not to the point that the clutch is being over used.
its my over revving going uphill...
synchos, everything runs like brand new
no doubt it was sever clutch burn over weekly abuse over 3 years...
never more
02-22-2012, 10:17 PM
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Re: Top Reasons Why a Clutch Burns
Its actually your clutch riding habit that makes the clutch burn. Revving or no revving, as long as the clutch is fully engaged, it wont slip. Cut that left foot off!
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