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Clutch suggestions
Posted: Sat Jan 10, 2015 9:44 pm
by Brynmor
Just wondering on people's suggestions on a good useable clutch that will take occasional rally use and some spirited driving ...engine is a 1293 with moderate power (nothing too silly) and i'm quite sympathetic with standing starts etc
Re: Clutch suggestions
Posted: Sat Jan 10, 2015 9:51 pm
by wantafaster1
Only ever used an orange cover with a genuine plate with the solid centre. Never any trouble.
Re: Clutch suggestions
Posted: Sat Jan 10, 2015 10:05 pm
by InimiaD
Same as above re the clutch set up. Rallied for 6 years with a semi short stroke motor and was very reliable.
Changed the plate regularly just as a precaution though.
Re: Clutch suggestions
Posted: Sat Jan 10, 2015 11:23 pm
by Spider
I'd suggest a Blue one (stock Cooper S / 1275) for that spec of engine, I have one similar and another a bit warmer again and that's all that have used for a long time. I'd suggest not fitting a 'heavier' one than what's needed for the job, it only causes other bits to wear quicker.
Re: Clutch suggestions
Posted: Sun Jan 11, 2015 4:46 pm
by Brynmor
Cheers for the advice everyone
Re: Clutch suggestions
Posted: Sun Jan 11, 2015 5:56 pm
by carbon
+1 for std 1275 blue clutch diaphragm and plate for your spec and use.
I had a 1293 running fast road spec and was getting some clutch slip at about 3000rpm. Turned out that the previous owner had put in a green clutch diaphragm spring (this is the one for the 998 mini). Refitted a blue and have not had any problems since.
Would not put in anything heavier than absolutely necessary, as the heavier pressure can give the crank thrust washers a hard time.