How do you know when its time for a new clutch?
01-02-2005, 05:59 PM
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How do you know when its time for a new clutch?
Ive been drving around recently and I've noticed that my clutch engagement point when i push the pedal is very "close" to the top. What I mean is that I dont have to push in the clutch very far for it to disengage ( like only about 1 inch of travel).
Now I'm not sure but I think this means my clutch is wearing out. It is a stock clutch btw, but i do drive it hard sometimes? It doesnt slip at all.
How do you know when its time to get a new one?
Now I'm not sure but I think this means my clutch is wearing out. It is a stock clutch btw, but i do drive it hard sometimes? It doesnt slip at all.
How do you know when its time to get a new one?
01-02-2005, 06:01 PM
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Re: How do you know when its time for a new clutch? (Honda_b16a2)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Honda_b16a2 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">How do you know when its time to get a new one?</TD></TR></TABLE>
For me, it was when it exploded and locked up the transmission. I really don't see any reason to replace it sooner than that. If it grips and it doesn't make horrible noises, you're golden.
For me, it was when it exploded and locked up the transmission. I really don't see any reason to replace it sooner than that. If it grips and it doesn't make horrible noises, you're golden.
01-02-2005, 06:03 PM
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Re: How do you know when its time for a new clutch? (Archidictus)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Honda_b16a2 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Ive been drving around recently and I've noticed that my clutch engagement point when i push the pedal is very "close" to the top. What I mean is that I dont have to push in the clutch very far for it to disengage ( like only about 1 inch of travel).
Now I'm not sure but I think this means my clutch is wearing out. It is a stock clutch btw, but i do drive it hard sometimes? It doesnt slip at all.
How do you know when its time to get a new one?</TD></TR></TABLE>
Well i was just worried because there wasn't alot of room from when I hit the pedal and it acually disengages
Now I'm not sure but I think this means my clutch is wearing out. It is a stock clutch btw, but i do drive it hard sometimes? It doesnt slip at all.
How do you know when its time to get a new one?</TD></TR></TABLE>
Well i was just worried because there wasn't alot of room from when I hit the pedal and it acually disengages
01-02-2005, 06:07 PM
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Re: How do you know when its time for a new clutch? (Honda_b16a2)
b16a2 stock clutches suck. my si clutch was replaced a while ago and i'm glad it happened, no more slipping. but if its not slipping then i wouldnt worry about it
01-02-2005, 06:14 PM
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Re: How do you know when its time for a new clutch? (8krdline)
Get on a steep hill. Put car in 4th gear. Try to take off. If the car just revs up, time for a new clutch. If the car dies, you're good to go.
01-02-2005, 06:15 PM
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Re: How do you know when its time for a new clutch? (Honda_b16a2)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Honda_b16a2 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
When does it acually start slipping?, you mean like I'll rev up and I wont go anywere?</TD></TR></TABLE>
Yeah, it'll do it in higher gears first (where you produce the most torque). Eventually you won't be able to move at all.
When does it acually start slipping?, you mean like I'll rev up and I wont go anywere?</TD></TR></TABLE>
Yeah, it'll do it in higher gears first (where you produce the most torque). Eventually you won't be able to move at all.
01-02-2005, 06:17 PM
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Re: How do you know when its time for a new clutch? (Honda_b16a2)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Honda_b16a2 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">How do you know when its time to get a new one?</TD></TR></TABLE>
when you have to ask this question, its time to get a new clutch.
when you have to ask this question, its time to get a new clutch.
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01-02-2005, 06:17 PM
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Re: How do you know when its time for a new clutch? (Ricey McRicerton)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Ricey McRicerton »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Get on a steep hill. Put car in 4th gear. Try to take off. If the car just revs up, time for a new clutch. If the car dies, you're good to go.</TD></TR></TABLE>
hmmmm..sounds right thanks guys..
If I get a new clutch would you guys recomend getting a new flywheel as well?
I also heard better clutchs grab harder but they dont last as long... is this true?
hmmmm..sounds right thanks guys..
If I get a new clutch would you guys recomend getting a new flywheel as well?
I also heard better clutchs grab harder but they dont last as long... is this true?
01-02-2005, 06:24 PM
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Re: How do you know when its time for a new clutch? (handa)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by handa »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">a lighten flywheel is a nice upgrade while you are at it.</TD></TR></TABLE>
But is the loss of torque noticible?
But is the loss of torque noticible?
01-02-2005, 06:27 PM
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Re: How do you know when its time for a new clutch? (Honda_b16a2)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Honda_b16a2 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
But is the loss of torque noticible? </TD></TR></TABLE>
what torque?
makes for rev matching much nicer also
You can pick up a FIdanze flywheel for pretty cheap these days also
But is the loss of torque noticible? </TD></TR></TABLE>
what torque?
makes for rev matching much nicer also
You can pick up a FIdanze flywheel for pretty cheap these days also
01-02-2005, 06:48 PM
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Re: How do you know when its time for a new clutch? (Honda_b16a2)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Honda_b16a2 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
But is the loss of torque noticible? </TD></TR></TABLE>
honestly with my fidanza flywheel i didnt notice a loss of anything. 1st gears tachs up quicker but i didnt feel any loss of torque. i guess u need torque in order to feel the loss
But is the loss of torque noticible? </TD></TR></TABLE>
honestly with my fidanza flywheel i didnt notice a loss of anything. 1st gears tachs up quicker but i didnt feel any loss of torque. i guess u need torque in order to feel the loss
01-02-2005, 07:12 PM
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Re: How do you know when its time for a new clutch? (Ricey McRicerton)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Ricey McRicerton »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Get on a steep hill. Put car in 4th gear. Try to take off. If the car just revs up, time for a new clutch. If the car dies, you're good to go.</TD></TR></TABLE>
are you serious??
are you serious??
01-02-2005, 07:15 PM
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Re: How do you know when its time for a new clutch? (civictildeath)
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are you serious??</TD></TR></TABLE>
As a heart attack.
are you serious??</TD></TR></TABLE>
As a heart attack.
01-02-2005, 07:17 PM
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Re: How do you know when its time for a new clutch? (8krdline)
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honestly with my fidanza flywheel i didnt notice a loss of anything. 1st gears tachs up quicker but i didnt feel any loss of torque. i guess u need torque in order to feel the loss</TD></TR></TABLE>
LOL
honestly with my fidanza flywheel i didnt notice a loss of anything. 1st gears tachs up quicker but i didnt feel any loss of torque. i guess u need torque in order to feel the loss</TD></TR></TABLE>
LOL
01-10-2005, 01:53 PM
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Re: How do you know when its time for a new clutch? (Ricey McRicerton)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Ricey McRicerton »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Get on a steep hill. Put car in 4th gear. Try to take off. If the car just revs up, time for a new clutch. If the car dies, you're good to go.</TD></TR></TABLE>
I checked to see if my clutch was going bad today. I went to the steeper part of my hill, put the clutch in, stopped, put it into 5th, reved a bit, let off the clutch and tried to go forward. The engine died but didn't lurch foward or anything. Does this mean my clutch is fine or pretty close from going but not quite yet?
I checked to see if my clutch was going bad today. I went to the steeper part of my hill, put the clutch in, stopped, put it into 5th, reved a bit, let off the clutch and tried to go forward. The engine died but didn't lurch foward or anything. Does this mean my clutch is fine or pretty close from going but not quite yet?
01-10-2005, 02:01 PM
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Re: How do you know when its time for a new clutch? (93egSIboi)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 93egSIboi »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
I checked to see if my clutch was going bad today. I went to the steeper part of my hill, put the clutch in, stopped, put it into 5th, reved a bit, let off the clutch and tried to go forward. The engine died but didn't lurch foward or anything. Does this mean my clutch is fine or pretty close from going but not quite yet?</TD></TR></TABLE>
If your car died that means the clutch provides enough grip between the transmission and engine so that when your car is in gear, but the wheels not turning, the motor will stall. If you have grip, your clutch is doing exactly what it should.
I checked to see if my clutch was going bad today. I went to the steeper part of my hill, put the clutch in, stopped, put it into 5th, reved a bit, let off the clutch and tried to go forward. The engine died but didn't lurch foward or anything. Does this mean my clutch is fine or pretty close from going but not quite yet?</TD></TR></TABLE>
If your car died that means the clutch provides enough grip between the transmission and engine so that when your car is in gear, but the wheels not turning, the motor will stall. If you have grip, your clutch is doing exactly what it should.
01-10-2005, 08:30 PM
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Re: How do you know when its time for a new clutch? (97dxnut)
most civics i know have a high engagement point on the pedal. if you want, you could get a better pressure plate, it should help. also please dont upgrade to a race clutch if you dont need it. oem is best.
01-10-2005, 08:46 PM
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Re: How do you know when its time for a new clutch? (Honda_b16a2)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Honda_b16a2 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
Well i was just worried because there wasn't alot of room from when I hit the pedal and it acually disengages</TD></TR></TABLE>
im going threw similar issues with my integra... if you look under the dash, and see behind the clutch pedal, where it goes into the clutch master cly.. they'res a rod, you can adjust to make the rod stick out further, so your throw isn't that long. i adjusted it, and now its right in the middle (engagement), but i still think i need a new clutch.
it has NEVER slipped, and i can bark tires, but it seams to me, at 4K RPM it locks me out of gear... and anything higher than that. i have to shift at liek 2500, or 3K for it to slide right in.
Syncro's are good, fluid is level, and im using GM syncromesh... i never grind a gear... just lock out.. so im thinking the clutch disk isn't slowing down.
the pedal is very stiff.. like my civic with a stage 3 clutch.. but this is OEM.. and shoudln't be that hard. so i think my next step is a clutch.. but nothing is really telling me is deffenetly that.
Well i was just worried because there wasn't alot of room from when I hit the pedal and it acually disengages</TD></TR></TABLE>
im going threw similar issues with my integra... if you look under the dash, and see behind the clutch pedal, where it goes into the clutch master cly.. they'res a rod, you can adjust to make the rod stick out further, so your throw isn't that long. i adjusted it, and now its right in the middle (engagement), but i still think i need a new clutch.
it has NEVER slipped, and i can bark tires, but it seams to me, at 4K RPM it locks me out of gear... and anything higher than that. i have to shift at liek 2500, or 3K for it to slide right in.
Syncro's are good, fluid is level, and im using GM syncromesh... i never grind a gear... just lock out.. so im thinking the clutch disk isn't slowing down.
the pedal is very stiff.. like my civic with a stage 3 clutch.. but this is OEM.. and shoudln't be that hard. so i think my next step is a clutch.. but nothing is really telling me is deffenetly that.
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