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Date:         Sat, 4 May 2002 09:20:38 -0500
Reply-To:     John Rodgers <j_rodgers@CHARTER.NET>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         John Rodgers <j_rodgers@CHARTER.NET>
Subject:      Re: Clutch Replacement
Comments: To: dnmwilhite@EARTHLINK.NET
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David Wilhite wrote:


> Hi Volks
>
> Well, it looks like I may have to replace my clutch soon.
>
> Just asking for recomendations on types of clutches and what other parts I should replace while I have it out.


I  had mine replaced last year after a rear seal failure.Started leaking engine oil and first caused the clutch to chatter, then started the clutch to slip. Here's how it went.


Parts from Ken Wilford (superb service)


New Sachs Clutch Kit - (about $120 as I recall - but it's been a while) pressure plate, clutch disc, throwout bearing, clutch seal (rear seal - large grooved rubber ring with a spring in the groove - should come with the kit) pilot bearig tool.


Flywheel re-faced by machine shop ($35)


Tranny removed  for easier installation.


Since the upper  C/Vs had to be disconnected anyway, I went ahead and had the axle shafts removed completely and had the C/V's serviced. I did not want to have to go back into any part of the power train anyutime soon.


Everything has worked perfect ever since.


John Rodgers
88 GL Driver
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