clutch fitting problem

jonnyb Seriously Crusin Dubber

138 posts · joined Oct 2003 · 30 Jun 2007, 4:52 pm

#599634

the throwout bearing tube in a kombi gear box-can it be not used as it is hitting the pressure plate on fitting the motor.
pressure plate is a kennedy stage 4 thing which worked well in
the wagon.-motor is rotary if that helps.appreciate any help.
john

The Bigfella Officially Full-On Dubber

284 posts · joined Sep 2007 · 1 Oct 2007, 3:41 pm

#614461

Bump ...

I've got the same problem. I'm finishing off an old project I got diverted from 10 years back.

SSP Box with Quaife diff. KEP 2300lb pressure plate. Pressure plate hits the tube. I started cutting the tube back (I've got a spare) - but gave up and just have the standard pressure plate and clutch in while I get it running and painted, etc. The inner dimension of the KEP pressure plate seems to be the problem - its smaller than standard.

What's the go?

gazman Seriously Crusin Dubber

101 posts · joined Jun 2007 · 1 Oct 2007, 4:03 pm

#614465

I think you may have the wrong pressure plate, ive had this problem when I changed motors once. I think earlier models had a different thrust bearing setup.
Any vw clutch experts wanna weigh-in here?

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jonnyb Seriously Crusin Dubber

138 posts · joined Oct 2003 · 1 Oct 2007, 8:56 pm

#614518

dave butler helped me out with photos and advice in his reply on the 30/6/07 check it and see if it helps you

The Bigfella Officially Full-On Dubber

284 posts · joined Sep 2007 · 2 Oct 2007, 8:44 am

#614594

Thanks Jonnyb - I found Dave's post. Mine looks a bit different, but I'll give it a go. I'll start a separate thread with pics if I strike trouble.