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Old Dec 22, 2004 | 05:15 AM
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Ive been having problems with my clutch feeling kinda soft.. How many miles did u replace your clutch and what clutch did u use?
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Old Dec 22, 2004 | 06:44 AM
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Im going to change my now...
After 32000km and a lot of track use and hard driving...
But the clutch is still real god!
Im just whant to have the Spoon clutch...
/Jimmy S
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Old Dec 22, 2004 | 08:20 AM
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A "soft" clutch pedal does not necessarily mean you need a new clutch. (A "slipping" clutch does.) It may simply mean that you are long overdue for a clutch fluid flush and bleed. I see you have an '00, correct? Have you ever changed the fluid? It should be changed every couple of years (at least).
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Old Dec 22, 2004 | 08:25 AM
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My OEM clutch lasted past 84k miles before it slipped away.

XViper is right, if you haven't done a clutch fluid change you are way overdue. It is super easy and there is a DIY procedure.

BTW, I decided to stay with the OEM setup when I replaced mine. I am not modified and it did a good job for a long time. I did notice the clutch pedal feel is alot lighter now. I almost put it thru the floor when I first started the car. And ofcourse I have changed my fluid - a few times during my ownership.
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Old Dec 22, 2004 | 08:51 AM
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Im sorry thats wut i ment its starting to slip i have about 67 k righ tnow
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Old Dec 22, 2004 | 09:29 AM
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Originally Posted by phillys2k,Dec 22 2004, 10:51 AM
Im sorry thats wut i ment its starting to slip i have about 67 k righ tnow
Now that you've clarified it, then yes, it might be time to get a new clutch. Still, it wouldn't be a bad idea to do the fluid change, too.

I plan on doing the OEM disc with an ACT heavy duty pressure plate when the time comes. This will give higher clamping force and a heavier pedal feel. A HD PP may even help to prolong the life of the clutch disc.
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