Clutch brands that work???

[LannyL81]

Okay, from the responses I have regarding my RAM Clutch Blues....the RAM clutch is not going to work, so I need one that works. So far I have only two on the list, Centerforce and LUK/GM. Are there any others?

My engine rebuild is not that drastic...882 heads with 2.02/1.6 valves, 268H cam, flat-top pistons, 9.7:1 CR...so is it not like the engine is putting out lots of power....probably around 250 at the most, so I do not need nor want a drag racing clutch.

LUK/GM goes for $135 with shipping
Centerforce I for $300 with shipping

Thanks,
LannyL81

 

[like2drive]

like most clutches, they are from overseas, and likely both from China....for whatever thats worth. (There are many clutch “brand Names” but only about 5 or 6 mfgs..ZF Sachs, Exedy, Valeo, Perfection, Luk, Perfection most are IMPORTS )
just as important is the correct number flywheel, throwout bearing, bellhousing, and clutch fork
good luck , jim

 

[LannyL81]

I am using all the original parts: bell housing, clutch fork, clutch pivot, flywheel (resurfaced).

Does anyone have the minimum thickness for the flywheel or know where I might find it at? I have ordered a flywheel shim (0.025") just in case I need it along with a LuK clutch kit. Also ordered a new clutch pivot as well...again just in case.

LannyL81

 

[lone73]

I just went out and looked at the box my current clutch came in. It is a Dynapak by Fenco. I have a ZZ4 motor and this is the second clutch and 1st resurfacing job. I would assume that there is a limit to the number of times one could resurface a fly-wheel before the clutch would not engage it anymore but that is a guess. I was going to mention that in the last thread you had going on it but I'm no expert.

I have seen significant wear on my clutch fork out at the end where the rod connects as well as at the other linkage connections but I would think that if that was your prob it would cause the opposite symptom from what you've experienced. I would definitely look at the F/W thickness. I believe you're on the right track.
good luck with it
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[LannyL81]

Clutch Arm

Is the clutch arm supposed to have bushings in it where the pin drops into it that secures the rod between the clutch arm and the Z Bar? Mine has nothing there and I was just wondering. I do not remember seeing any bushings in the 81 Assembly Manual...but thought I would ask.

LannyL81