Does this Flywheel picture give any reasons for concern? |
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Does this Flywheel picture give any reasons for concern? |
Scott S |
Jan 11 2011, 10:46 AM
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Small Member Group: Members Posts: 1,697 Joined: 30-April 03 From: Colorado Member No.: 633 |
Hi All –
I am in the final throws of my conversion. At this point the tub is done and everything is bolt on. The only part that is not easily accessible/changeable without big headaches is the flywheel/clutch, so I want to make sure I don’t bugger this up. Attached is a picture of a flywheel that I located on another web board. I was told it is original, worked fine, and was only removed because of a motor upgrade. The last clutch I personally replaced was in my 1985 GTI, so my knowledge is limited to say the least (the VERY least!!). Can any of you tell by this picture if this looks okay? I would have it machined prior to install, is there a minimum thickness I should ask the seller to verify? Thanks a ton – Scott S Attached image(s) |
Jeffs9146 |
Jan 11 2011, 10:58 AM
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Ski Bum Group: Members Posts: 4,062 Joined: 10-January 03 From: Discovery Bay, Ca Member No.: 128 |
Need close-up of the surface! Are there cracks if you look very close! Has it been checked for thickness?
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realred914 |
Jan 11 2011, 11:15 AM
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Senior Member Group: Retired Members Posts: 1,086 Joined: 1-April 10 From: california Member No.: 11,541 Region Association: None |
cant tell in detail, but maybe just scuff up the rusty surface with 60 grit sand paper and go use it. i dont see any deep grooves or other defects.
good luck |
zymurgist |
Jan 11 2011, 11:17 AM
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"Ace" Mechanic Group: Members Posts: 7,411 Joined: 9-June 05 From: Hagerstown, MD Member No.: 4,238 Region Association: None |
I would want to see the surface that rides against the oil seal.
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IronHillRestorations |
Jan 11 2011, 11:58 AM
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I. I. R. C. Group: Members Posts: 6,719 Joined: 18-March 03 From: West TN Member No.: 439 Region Association: None |
Hard to tell from the pics, it looks flat, which is weird. If it's flat you don't want it.
If it's been cut or turned, I'd pass. I'd want detail shots of the gear teeth. |
underthetire |
Jan 11 2011, 12:01 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,062 Joined: 7-October 08 From: Brentwood Member No.: 9,623 Region Association: Northern California |
Ya, it's missing a ring gear !
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Scott S |
Jan 11 2011, 12:13 PM
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Small Member Group: Members Posts: 1,697 Joined: 30-April 03 From: Colorado Member No.: 633 |
Ya, it's missing a ring gear ! Holy crap - I think you are right!!!! I can just cut some teeth onto it with a dremel cant I? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) Oh well, the search continues........ Perry, just saw your email - thanks for the info! THANKS ALL!! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) |
KELTY360 |
Jan 11 2011, 12:16 PM
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914 Neferati Group: Members Posts: 5,031 Joined: 31-December 05 From: Pt. Townsend, WA Member No.: 5,344 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Ya, it's missing a ring gear ! Holy crap - I think you are right!!!! I can just cut some teeth onto it with a dremel cant I? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) Oh well, the search continues........ Perry, just saw your email - thanks for the info! THANKS ALL!! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) Just push start it....that's what I do. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) |
SLITS |
Jan 11 2011, 12:38 PM
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"This Utah shit is HARSH!" Group: Benefactors Posts: 13,602 Joined: 22-February 04 From: SoCal Mountains ... Member No.: 1,696 Region Association: None |
That is nothing but the flywheel off a '70 & up 911. It is missing the bolt on ring gear and bolts.
They were all flat except for the early 901 flywheel, which if you are using a 901 box is the ideal. To use this one ... Kennedy makes the kit/ otherwise You need the '70 - '71 only 911/01 tranny that uses the "pull clutch" assembly ... besides having to buy the ring gear, you would have to by the two year only clutch package that lists out at $800 (special cover plate, special 225 mm friction disk with early 901 hub and special throwout bearing. If your conversion is 2.7L or below (6 bolt flywheel), then get the early 901 flywheel and use the stock 2.0L 4 cyl clutch assembly with your 914 transmission. |
Scott S |
Jan 11 2011, 01:16 PM
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Small Member Group: Members Posts: 1,697 Joined: 30-April 03 From: Colorado Member No.: 633 |
Thanks Ron... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif)
Does anyone have any experience dealing with a manufacturer called "QSC"? I googled them and didn't find anything crazy negative about them. Jake was doing a review on their products a few years back, but that was the end of the thread - no final results. Here is a picture.... Attached image(s) |
SLITS |
Jan 11 2011, 01:27 PM
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"This Utah shit is HARSH!" Group: Benefactors Posts: 13,602 Joined: 22-February 04 From: SoCal Mountains ... Member No.: 1,696 Region Association: None |
You should be able to find an early 901, used, for about $125.00 ... maybe less.
As long as the metallurgy is good on the new one you show ... go for it. Oh, the new one you are looking at is missing the pilot bearing holder, spacer plate, and attachment bolts. |
sixnotfour |
Jan 11 2011, 04:07 PM
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914 Wizard Group: Members Posts: 10,432 Joined: 12-September 04 From: Life Elevated..planet UT. Member No.: 2,744 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
I have a good 901 6bolt lightened to 9-10 lbs, good for all around , with a SIXCYLINDERENGINE. For 2 dozen cheesburgers on thursday. 0r $250
I will even throw in a pilot bearing. |
Eddie914 |
Jan 11 2011, 04:17 PM
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MMMMMMMMMMMM! Must be some FABULOUS cheesburgers at that price!
Cheers! Eddie |
SLITS |
Jan 11 2011, 06:40 PM
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"This Utah shit is HARSH!" Group: Benefactors Posts: 13,602 Joined: 22-February 04 From: SoCal Mountains ... Member No.: 1,696 Region Association: None |
I have a good 901 6bolt lightened to 9-10 lbs, good for all around , with a SIXCYLINDERENGINE. For 2 dozen cheesburgers on thursday. 0r $250 I will even throw in a pilot bearing. Heh heh ... McDonald's Double Cheese off the dollar menu --- 24 burgers = $24.00. Buy them Wed nite, Fedex Priority One and you will have them on Thursday. Done deal Jeff ... when can you ship the flywheel with the SIXCYLINDERENGINE and pilot bearing. |
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