Flywheel shims, Where to get them Options

[914fun]

I need three .30mm shims for the end play. The three that I have are .31 and gives me almost 0 end play. I see them at Auto Atlanta but they want almost 20.00 for each of them. Seems like a lot when the type one shims are only 3.00 so if someone has a better source for them please let me know.

[McMark]

The flywheel shims aren't just shims. They are sandwiched between the flywheel (rotating) and the main bearing (stationary). That's the reason three shims are specified. With three shims there should be enough lubrication to minimize friction between the Bearing-Shim-Shim-Shim-Flywheel assembly.

But a certain level of hardness is necessary for the shims. Too soft and even with proper lubrication they can wear away to nothing. Even high mileage original shims show wear. I stopped reusing shims awhile ago just for this reason -- no guarantee they're still flat and consistently thick.