well, its about time for a new clutch since its been slipping here and there. i was just wondering what i would be needing. a friend tells me i should also get my flywheel resurfaced, but personally i have never heard of it. is it really necessary? i guess all in all what i wanna know is what i need to change my clutch besides the clutch. any info appreciated. thanks.

 

How many miles do you have?

You can take the chance to install a FD.

You can also change the following depending on the condition of your parts
- resurface flywheel
- new flywheel pilot bearing
- throwout bearing
- shift fork
- driver and passenger axle seals

 

id do dennis IDB!!

 

is resurfacing the flywheel necessary?

 

Depends how bad it is.

 

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Doesn't hurt to do it.

 

u have a point

 

okay so...does anyone know which parts all together will be necessary to replace the clutch?

also, anyone know where is the cheapest for the OEM setup?
is it len @ baranco?

how much am i looking at..?

i think im going with jdm final drive too

 

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You can also change the following depending on the condition of your parts
- resurface flywheel
- new flywheel pilot bearing
- throwout bearing
- shift fork
- driver and passenger axle seals</TD></TR></TABLE>

Didnt he say thats whats reccomended to inspect?

If you dont already I reccomend you get a Helm manual. I'd hope you're not going to attempt to do this (for what appears to be your first time) without one.

Also go to http://www.acuraautomotiveparts.org but you should already know this since someone asks about OEM parts every freaking 15 minutes. Also why dont you PM Len if you already know his connection instead of asking us? A call to the local Acura dealer isnt that hard either.

 

or you can learn how to read

i asked...does anyone know which parts all together will be necessary to replace the clutch?

not what i need to inspect u dummy

and yes i plan on contacting len, its just that i plan to keep my options open u ***

i guess my main question is ..what oem product #'s will i need to replace the clutch

 

If you knew anything about cars you'd know that not everything needs to be repalced. You need to INSPECT:

1. the lining of the clutch disc for signs of slipping or oil. If it is burned black, or oil soaked REPLACE

2. Measure clutch disc thickness New: 8.3-9.0mm Limit 6.0mm

3. Measure depth from the lining surface to the rivets, on both sides. New 1.2-1.7mm Limi .2mm

Flywheel: INSPECT:

1. Ring gear teeth for wear and damage.

2. Inspect clutch disc mating surface ont he flywheel for cracks, wear and burning.

3. Measure flywheel runout using a dial indicator through at least two full turns. Push against the flywheel each time you turn it to take up the crankshaft thrust washer clearance. New: .05mm Limit .15mm

Straight from the Acura Helm manual NOT ALL OF THE INFORMATION FOR FLYWHEEL REPLACEMENT. See you doofus, its not all replace. There is a LOT of inspecting.

You'll also need a clutch alignment disc, ring gear holder, alignment shaft, and many more tools, that you'd know you needed if you had a service manual.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by KOALA YUMMIES &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">If you knew anything about cars you'd know that not everything needs to be repalced. You need to INSPECT:

1. the lining of the clutch disc for signs of slipping or oil. If it is burned black, or oil soaked REPLACE

2. Measure clutch disc thickness New: 8.3-9.0mm Limit 6.0mm

3. Measure depth from the lining surface to the rivets, on both sides. New 1.2-1.7mm Limi .2mm

Flywheel: INSPECT:

1. Ring gear teeth for wear and damage.

2. Inspect clutch disc mating surface ont he flywheel for cracks, wear and burning.

3. Measure flywheel runout using a dial indicator through at least two full turns. Push against the flywheel each time you turn it to take up the crankshaft thrust washer clearance. New: .05mm Limit .15mm

Straight from the Acura Helm manual NOT ALL OF THE INFORMATION FOR FLYWHEEL REPLACEMENT. See you doofus, its not all replace. There is a LOT of inspecting.

You'll also need a clutch alignment disc, ring gear holder, alignment shaft, and many more tools, that you'd know you needed if you had a service manual.

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good info also for the poster, if your going to be replacing the clutch why not just get a better performing clutch instead of a OEM clutch and a aluminum flywheel?

 

If your flwheel hasn't been scored, and it is still very smooth, like a new rotor, take some 1000 grit sandpaper and EMORY it, as they call it.
then take alcohol and clean the flywheel and you are set

 

If your not making gobs of power or requiring something to handle the beating you give it, the oem clutch is great.

I was making around 190whp and the stock clutch with aftermarket flywheel was perfect for me.

Also, if you are going to tackle this job yourself, be equiped with a proper tq wrench and clutch alignment tool

 

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I was making around 190whp and the stock clutch with aftermarket flywheel was perfect for me.

Also, if you are going to tackle this job yourself, be equiped with a proper tq wrench and clutch alignment tool </TD></TR></TABLE>


good call, clutch alignment kit is a must.

 

Most clutch kits I'm aware of come with the alignment tool. I assume OEM doesn't however.

 

I know that act, clutch masters, spoon, and a few others do not include the tool. For act, they actually sell a plastic one.

 

My ACT, bought last December, came with one.

 

Act is teh way to go for street, now you should buy my brand new flywheel and clutch kit, lol

 

when replacing the clutch..would you generally need to replace all 4 of these after 50K miles?

friction disk
pressure disk
throwout bearing
pilot bearing

or just the friction/pressure disk?