How many miles can I go on my slipping clutch?
#1
I had my mechanic check her about 2 wks ago, he couldn't feel the slipping, at that time was subtle and intermittent. Now much more obvious. No real problem as I have the new clutch in a box ready for install. The real problem is that my brother Spike and I are on our way to Arkansas on Thursday morning with plans on more Maxima mods. The slip is noticable if I push her, especially in third gear. Is it possible to get 1,500 miles before she goes out completly? Should I just nurse her along? Input appreciated. We really need her there because of the VE engine.
Thanks,
Dan
Thanks,
Dan
#2
If you know it's slipping..
My advise is to get it replaced since you already have one. My clutch was slipping slightly and I thought I would be ok, but all the sudden, it completely burned out and I was left stranded with my engine running, but not moving. Luckly I was at a place where others were able to lend me a hand by calling the AAA for me with their cell phone. For some reason, my cell was out of range.
#5
I just got my car back. The new clutch feels a lot different. It pulls so much faster now. When I take my foot off the clutch just a little it starts to pull really easy. You should get now cause you have to break it by putting 400-500 miles on it.
#6
Clutch slip
Thanks for all the feedback. There was no way I could get it done before leaving for Arkansas. Spike (other brother who just happens to be a certified TIG welder) and I made here it ok.She's not slipping any worse. I brought the new clutch with just in case. BTW Dallas, Spike, and I are working on the very newest version of the WarpSpeed y-pipe in the morning, Mandrel bent 304-SS, no butt welds planned and at a fraction of the cost of the Cattman pipe! Will keep everyone updated.
Dan WSP
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