Fizzer
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| posted on 22/3/12 at 11:26 AM |
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slipping clutch
Hi All,
I've recently developed a slipping clutch (zetec blacktop/type 9). I have many oil leaks on my engine so I'm taking it out to have a good
cleanup and check output/input shaft seals.
The problem is, I'm really skint at the moment and I have a really nice AP racing clutch. I'm spending what little cash I have on
replacement hoses\gaskets\catch tank and also some head work that I've been thinking about for a while.
If I fix all the leaks, will my clutch stop slipping with use? Can I soak it in brake cleaner? Anything else i can do or is it beyond fixing?
Cheers
Andy
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pekwah1
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| posted on 22/3/12 at 11:32 AM |
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how long have you been running that clutch?
As far as i was aware, once a clutch starts slipping, it's a new clutch needed!
Assuming of course there's not a problem with the clutch cable instead (i.e. not engaging properly)
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Chippy
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| posted on 22/3/12 at 12:10 PM |
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If its slipping due to oil contamination, then you "may" be able to recover it. Many years ago we used to put the clutch plate in a large
tin, sausepan whatever and boil it with some detergent, most times worked, but if too badly oiled you may have to do it a couple of times. I can
almost bet that somebody will now come on and say "Ohhh! you cant do that", well yes you can,  HTH Ray
To make a car go faster, just add lightness. Colin Chapman - OR - fit a bigger engine. Chippy
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Paul Turner
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| posted on 22/3/12 at 12:27 PM |
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You don't need a whole new clutch, just the drive plate. Replace it whilst the car is in bits, if you don't you will regret it, once
contaminated it will always slip.
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coyoteboy
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| posted on 22/3/12 at 01:21 PM |
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As above, you just need a driven plate - cheapish. That said I've recovered contaminated mountain bike brake pads (of various compositions) by
baking them at 150c in the oven for an hour or so. Somewhat less problematic if they fail though so you may not wish to risk it.
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lewis
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| posted on 22/3/12 at 01:35 PM |
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I got a complete new clutch from eBay for about £40 is it really worth mucking about with just replace it.
I am a driving god!..........sort of
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Fizzer
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| posted on 22/3/12 at 01:52 PM |
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hmm, a couple of interesting suggestions... I might risk scrubbing it! I'm unlikely to get an AP driven plate for cheap on the bay...
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Fizzer
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| posted on 22/3/12 at 01:54 PM |
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or maybe I'll eat my words...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p5197.m570.l1313&_nkw=ap+clutch+plate&_sacat=See-All-Categories
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mark chandler
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| posted on 22/3/12 at 02:26 PM |
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Another thing you can try while its together, and get a few more miles before spending £££
Jam the clutch pedal down so the clutch is open, then spray the whole clutch with brake cleaner or better still Tetrachloroethylene (dry cleaning
fluid) from the side (take the starter motor out)
Regards Mark
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