So I've been driving 1736 for awhile now and have been noticing really bad clutch slip issues. Did a lot of research as I was expecting to do my first clutch job. Time to dig in. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/uhh.gif
Got the transmission out and this is what I found.
Got the transmission off and found the clutch disc with damn near zero friction material!! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/jawdrop.gif
Figured I'd need a new clutch so here it is!
ACT 2600 xtreme clutch kit & ACT streetlite flywheel. Also got new OEM clutch master reservoir and clutch slave cylinder.
Here's a better look at the clutch disc and flywheel. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/ooo.gif
Got everything torqued to spec with loctite on flywheel & pressure plate bolts
TRANSMISSION TIME!! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif
Got everything put back together and go out for a test drive down the street. Shifting is good, no slippage etc and everything checks out fine..until I pull up halfway up the driveway. CANT SHIFT INTO GEAR! When the car is running it won't let me shift in any gears. But with the car off it shifts in all gears just fine. Was afraid I had to pull the tranny out again.
Tried bleeding the clutch hydraulics again and didn't help. Next day I do more research and find possible simple solution. CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT.
About a half turn on the adjustment rod and it shifts no problem with car running or off.
So here is how 1736 is sitting now. With the new window deflectors, new clutch & brake components and no paint on the wheels.
Oh and 200-300 break in period sucks