Clutch job wisdom Options

[JeffBowlsby]

So my clutch has just started to slip and it chatters sometimes on launch. I thought I would first adjust it to see if it helps, but may need a new clutch. I have done thsi job before with all the recommended felts washers, flywheel O-rings etc. I don't seem to be having any leakage, burning smells and I have receipts from when I bought the car saying it has a recent new flywheel.

I will do whatever is necessary once I am in there, but don't want to remove the flywheel or do anything not needed.

Assuming nothing is worn or broken (I will replace or resurface things if they are worn), does it make sense that I can get by with just replacing the clutch disk? Can I reuse the pressure plate, T/O bearing, T/O bearing guide clips?

Pelican recommends the 6-spring disk: "We recommend using the 911 clutch package in the 914, as it gives the clutch a better feel." I tried the 6-spring disk once and it was fine of course, but what is the problem with using the stock 4-spring disk (its $125 cheaper)? My car is a daily driver street-use only and with the stiffer disk I wonder if the stronger springs contribute to clutch-tube breakage problems. Help!

[rick 918-S]

Hi Jeff!

I would change the disk and PP and leave the rest. You will be able to tell if you need the TB as soon as you get access to it.

I made the mistake of having a disk only done on Sandy's old Trooper against the advice on the mechanic friend that was doing the job. I didn't make is 3 miles and the clutch was slipping from a failed PP. Even having the PP tested doesn't mean the depth is still correct with means the clamping force is deminished.

Just because my friend was doing the job don't think for a minute he pulled the transmission and tranfer case for free to fix my screw up. I ended up paying double for my decision. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) Chit happens.