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Author Topic: The clutch surgery is done  (Read 11486 times)

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Offline NormSky

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Re: The clutch surgery is done
« Reply #25 on: July 29, 2011, 06:48:39 PM »
Just install Exedy ll with Exedy(Daikn) lightweight flywheel on LE5 2.4. I did not remove a dual mass flywheel from the 2.4 but a single mass. The whole package was 15 lbs lighter with a slightly less mass and near floor engagement it's easy to drive but can easily be stalled.

The pressure plate and clutch were coated with machining oil. I had to use a rag with brake cleaning solution to get the black off. This step might help with chatter when first starting as mine was quiet.

It's one man job if you have a transmission jack and minus 20 years SOB's senior. :) but expect a workout and a broken clutch line if your not careful.

I was grinding gears for the first 100 miles as I replaced a bent clutch line and self bleeding took forever.

Where before the stock mass flywheel would slow the engine and boost(Hahn turbo) would get a jump and give you a lung, it's more seamless now watch the speedo zip up.

Thanks for the feedback!  This is something I really need to do (clutch at least) but I really wish I could drive an LE5 without the dual-mass to see the complaints.    

OTOH, I thought the whole point was faster spooling of the rotating bits with the weight savings....ie, quicker response.   What about it benefits track cars?  Less weight, less wear and tear?  
« Last Edit: July 29, 2011, 09:33:13 PM by NormSky »
07 Sky Hahn Boosted - 44 MPG  40 mpg with air conditioning on.

 

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