congorobot Posted May 16, 2005 Share Posted May 16, 2005 I have oil leaking from my rear crank oil seal, which is causing clutch slip, (i think!. The car has covered a small mileage since being built, and is supposed to be fitted with an AP racing clutch. I am planning to change the clutch myself but have the problem of having to complete the job in a day, as i have n garage facility. I cannot decide if it is worth while keeping with the AP clutch and buying a new plate and bearing, or to buy a new clutch kit, something like a ferodo or maxtorq? Price is an issue as i cannot afford to buy a complete ap clutch kit. The engine is crossflow 1700 with type 9 gearbox and max power expected about 150bhp. If the car is lighter than say an escort then would a less substantial clutch not be sufficient? I would very much like to hear what options the rest of you have taken when replacing clutches and how they fair! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blatman Posted May 16, 2005 Share Posted May 16, 2005 A heavy duty plate will be fine assuming you have a standard road type clutch cover. FWIW, I was running 235bhp through a standard Pinto road cover and an AP heavy duty Pinto clutch plate which was supplied by Burtons. If you have a 7.25" clutch, plates will still be cheap-ish, although if you have a twin plate clutch, you'll need two... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.