Which direction does a clutch plate go?
The flush side of the clutch disk goes towards the engine.
How big should the clearance be for a clutch release?
Clutch Release Bearing. Normally there should be a 1/16″ clearance between the face of the bearing and the three release fingers or diaphragm spring of the pressure plate when the clutch is engaged. This fact is important and will be discussed further when we get to the part about setting up the clutch linkage.
How are two rotating shafts connected in a clutch?
In the simplest application, clutches connect and disconnect two rotating shafts (drive shafts or line shafts). In these devices, one shaft is typically attached to an engine and other to power unit (the driving member).
Why are the clutch plates on my bike sticking together?
Some have a ball bearing only on the worm end. Don’t let that ball bearing fall out and get lost. Sometimes, when a bike has been sitting a long time, like over winter, the clutch plates will stick together. You pull the clutch lever in but the plates will not disengage.
Do you have to replace all of the clutch parts at once?
Because replacing a clutch is a labor-intensive job, so it makes sense to replace everything at once so your customer doesn’t have to replace something else later on. A clutch kit includes a new or remanufactured clutch disc, pressure plate and release bearing.
Which is side of the clutch plate faces the?
Install the collar side of the clutch disc on the dual mass flywheel surface so that the flange side is facing the pressure plate side as shown. Attach the pressure plate to the dual mass flywheel and complete assembly of the remaining components per the Shop Manual procedures.
Where is the clutch located on a Vespas?
Clutch Removal The clutch on all large frame Vespas is located on the rear wheel side of the crankshaft. There is an access cover which can be removed while the engine is still in the bike. Although the pictures are all from a P200E, these instructions will be correct for all large frame bikes after the GS150& GS160.
Because replacing a clutch is a labor-intensive job, so it makes sense to replace everything at once so your customer doesn’t have to replace something else later on. A clutch kit includes a new or remanufactured clutch disc, pressure plate and release bearing.
Why do some cars have a stronger clutch?
Larger, heavier vehicles as well as performance vehicles typically have stronger or higher capacity clutches. The clutch disc and pressure plate may have a larger diameter to spread the load across a larger surface area. The linings on the clutch disc may be a higher temperature, more wear resistant friction material.