Clutch Replacement - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

Hammer · 04-07-2008

As I posted in another thread in the General area (New Time), I need to have the clutch replaced. Anything specific I need to make the mechanic aware of about this procedure? I am going to use the Valeo clutch kit. They mentioned that the flywheel needed to be resurfaced, I know this probably can't be done locally so I am wondering what they can do? Just rough up the surface maybe? I am also thinking that might not be that big deal as it just started slipping, so I caught it early. Does the pilot bushing also need replacing? It comes with the kit and they have the puller to do this.

Any suggestions on making this successful would be appreciated.

Thanks

tccrab · 04-07-2008

John:

Having just been into the transmission of my car...

According to the experts, the stock Valeo clutch, stock throwout bearing ,and the fluted brass pilot bushing are the way to go unless you've got a stroker producing ungodly HP.
I've read two different opinions as to re-surfacing the Dual Mass flywheel.
If it were me, I'd call Marc Haibec and Bill Boudreau. I'd go with whatever they recommend.

Tom

Hammer · 04-07-2008

Tom,

I spoke with Marc and Jeff, they have both concurred that the flywheel, unless there was something wrong with the way the car ran prior to the clutch slipping, is probably OK and an inspection of it might be all that is necessary.

Thanks

04-07-2008	#1
Hammer Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Ideho Posts: 2,653	Clutch Replacement As I posted in another thread in the General area (New Time), I need to have the clutch replaced. Anything specific I need to make the mechanic aware of about this procedure? I am going to use the Valeo clutch kit. They mentioned that the flywheel needed to be resurfaced, I know this probably can't be done locally so I am wondering what they can do? Just rough up the surface maybe? I am also thinking that might not be that big deal as it just started slipping, so I caught it early. Does the pilot bushing also need replacing? It comes with the kit and they have the puller to do this. Any suggestions on making this successful would be appreciated. Thanks __________________ [I][FONT=Comic Sans MS]John Boyd[/FONT][/I] [I][FONT=Comic Sans MS][SIZE=1]Ideho[/SIZE][/FONT][/I] [FONT=Comic Sans MS][SIZE=1][I]2015 ZL1 [/I][I]Camaro #1121 BLACK/BLACK 6 SPD (540 RWHP)[/I][/SIZE][/FONT] [I][FONT=Comic Sans MS][SIZE=1]1991 ZR-1 #458 [COLOR=red]RED/[/COLOR][COLOR=black]BLACK 72[/COLOR]k miles ([B][COLOR=red]SOLD[/COLOR][/B]) 1991 ZR-1 #473 [COLOR=red]RED/[/COLOR][COLOR=black]BLACK [/COLOR]37k miles ([B][COLOR=red]SOLD[/COLOR][/B])[/SIZE][/FONT][/I]

04-07-2008	#2
tccrab Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Folsom CA Posts: 1,655	Re: Clutch Replacement John: Having just been into the transmission of my car... According to the experts, the stock Valeo clutch, stock throwout bearing ,and the fluted brass pilot bushing are the way to go unless you've got a stroker producing ungodly HP. I've read two different opinions as to re-surfacing the Dual Mass flywheel. If it were me, I'd call Marc Haibec and Bill Boudreau. I'd go with whatever they recommend. Tom __________________ TomC '90ZR1 #792 Honorary Pirate [B]If it ain't FUN, you're doing something terribly WRONG. [/B]

04-07-2008	#3
Hammer Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Ideho Posts: 2,653	Re: Clutch Replacement Tom, I spoke with Marc and Jeff, they have both concurred that the flywheel, unless there was something wrong with the way the car ran prior to the clutch slipping, is probably OK and an inspection of it might be all that is necessary. Thanks __________________ [I][FONT=Comic Sans MS]John Boyd[/FONT][/I] [I][FONT=Comic Sans MS][SIZE=1]Ideho[/SIZE][/FONT][/I] [FONT=Comic Sans MS][SIZE=1][I]2015 ZL1 [/I][I]Camaro #1121 BLACK/BLACK 6 SPD (540 RWHP)[/I][/SIZE][/FONT] [I][FONT=Comic Sans MS][SIZE=1]1991 ZR-1 #458 [COLOR=red]RED/[/COLOR][COLOR=black]BLACK 72[/COLOR]k miles ([B][COLOR=red]SOLD[/COLOR][/B]) 1991 ZR-1 #473 [COLOR=red]RED/[/COLOR][COLOR=black]BLACK [/COLOR]37k miles ([B][COLOR=red]SOLD[/COLOR][/B])[/SIZE][/FONT][/I]