Can the OEM clutch be rebuilt at a substantial savings and durability, or should I just purchase a new one?
Worthwhile to rebuild OEM clutch?
- Thread starter ChopsJazz
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Sort answer yes. You will have to do the research though. I can tell you MJ isn't making a hole lot of money on his rebuilds. My guestimate is he makes $150.00 on each rebuild he sells.
[This message has been edited by nsxxtreme (edited 17 November 2002).]
[This message has been edited by nsxxtreme (edited 17 November 2002).]
Time tends to be the issue. People seem to have trouble getting a turnaround time of less than many weeks from the major rebuilders. So if you don't have a spare core it may mean leaving your car on stands for a long time.
I was thinking the same thing when mine started to slip a couple of months ago. After thinking it over I just opted for a new factory clutch and flywheel. I got mine from Eric at Niello the whole kit clutch,flywheel,both bearings for $1079 to my door that's a great price. I then took it to Acura of Brookfield for the install for $456 and I feel much better knowing I have a brand new one in. The car feels like a different car shifts smooth runs great I'm very happy with it.
Steven 91 Blk/Ivory
What is the cost of a typical rebuild? And can the OEM clutch be strengthened?
Ken,
Based on Steve's pricing data above I think the rebuilds are in the same basic $$ class as OEM. Dali does give you the light weight flywheel though, instead of the heavy OEM version.
I also think Mark's offers additional clamping force. Are you going SC or Turbo? I actually think the OEM is plenty strong if the engine is stock or with just H/E/I mods.
My $.02
LarryB
[This message has been edited by Larry Bastanza (edited 18 November 2002).]
Based on Steve's pricing data above I think the rebuilds are in the same basic $$ class as OEM. Dali does give you the light weight flywheel though, instead of the heavy OEM version.
I also think Mark's offers additional clamping force. Are you going SC or Turbo? I actually think the OEM is plenty strong if the engine is stock or with just H/E/I mods.
My $.02
LarryB
[This message has been edited by Larry Bastanza (edited 18 November 2002).]
For now I'm happy with the power of the car so I'm certain the OEM is strong enough for my needs. I'm thinking of picking up a used clutch and having it rebuilt instead of purchasing a new OEM for the next time.
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