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Re: TR6 clutch thickness

To: Brian Kemp <bk13@earthlink.net>
Subject: Re: TR6 clutch thickness
From: Barry Schwartz <bschwart@pacbell.net>
Date: Wed, 01 Apr 1998 10:48:40 -0800
Cc: triumphs@Autox.Team.Net

>Anyone know the thickness of a new Borg and Beck disk?  The one I have
>looks near new and in good shape.  I just want to verify it.
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Brian,
The easiest way is to look at the rivet holes.  If you have around 1/16 of
an inch between the friction plate and the top of the rivets then the disk
is fairly new, and the closer to the rivets you get the more the clutch is
worn (on both sides).  Also look at the thin connecting plates that hold
the clutch material to the center section for any cracks or discoloration.
Also the big springs in the center for broken or loose ones.  If any of the
aforementioned are found then time to replace.  It's an awful lot of work
to remove and replace for a $50-$60 part -  

Barry Schwartz (San Diego) bschwart@pacbell.net

72 V6 Spitfire (daily driver)
70 GT6+ (when I don't drive the Spit)
70 Spitfire (project)
73 Ford Courier (parts hauler, rain vehicle, getting a V6 soon!)

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