Clive's your man for all those questions.Hi All,
I've havent been driving my TF recently due to the weather. The clutch arm appears to be sticking and therefore the clutch slipping....
I dont want to be stuck somewhere without drive.
I have just ordered from Mike Satur a clutch release arm with grease nipple and one of his bell crank assembilies.
I'd like an AP clutch; is ptp the best place to get one?
http://www.ptp-ltd.co.uk/shop/141_128/mg_rover/mg/flywheel_and_clutch/a_p_racing_clutch_kit_for_1.8_k_series_engine.htm
Or are there any cheaper and reliable places?
light weight flywheels; while the clutch is off i may as well, but i remember someone saying that you can send the standard flywheel away to be lightened and balanced for £30~ish and its better than many of the light weigh ones. True or not? If so where do i send it!
Last but by no means least; xPart say 6.9hrs to change a clutch.... thats mega expensive. I guess they drop the subframe. I know CJJ did a guide, but is there anyone about that doesnt mind helpping (and has done it before); the car is still mobile (as the clutch arm free's itself after a while! lots of leg pumping....) so i can drive to you. Beers and meal are in it!
Clive's your man for all those questions.
But have you considered Russell for the actual job?
You driving up here?
I would say that is a good price for the AP Racing clutch, it is where I got mine from.
You can get the flywheel lightened, but I bought a proper one. Haven't fitted it to anything yet. My way of thinking was I would rather have a quality flywheel that was designed and built to be lighter rather than a standard one that someone has altered.
Most people change the clutch with the engine still in the car, but I would ask around for a good proctologist as it is very tight for space. Whether there would be enough space to change the lever I don't know. Somebody must have done it.
Can you drop the gearbox out of the subframe?
Yes but it's a right pain in the arse, especially getting it back in.
Ah so you have experiance in the matter.....