Clutch or Diff problems?
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Clutch or Diff problems?
Hi all,
got an 00 model with 100,000kms on it, full service history 1 owner. As far as i know it has the original clutch when purchased cause i have all the hist on it. I went to the drags on friday nite and did a few 6k launches, got a oem clutch cause i have the buzz. Hit a 14.5/14.6/14.6 & 14.4 Then i smelt a lot of clutch burn in the cabin, so i stopped my runs. I never rode the clutch at all just dumped it off the line. Now the car feels it needs a few more extra revs 2.5k - 3.5k to take off smooth. It's feels a bit rough to take off, and jolty, but less noticeable when taking off downhill. Wasn't like that before. But theres no slippage yet. I have done damage, but where? I notice a very slight whine from the rear end that gets a little louder with speed and whines even if in nuetral. I am confused to whether its my diff thats making it hard to take off or my clutch?? or both? i can change into grar at 9k no probs, just feels rough
Also, can my clutch be stuffed even if it doesn't slip atm?
got an 00 model with 100,000kms on it, full service history 1 owner. As far as i know it has the original clutch when purchased cause i have all the hist on it. I went to the drags on friday nite and did a few 6k launches, got a oem clutch cause i have the buzz. Hit a 14.5/14.6/14.6 & 14.4 Then i smelt a lot of clutch burn in the cabin, so i stopped my runs. I never rode the clutch at all just dumped it off the line. Now the car feels it needs a few more extra revs 2.5k - 3.5k to take off smooth. It's feels a bit rough to take off, and jolty, but less noticeable when taking off downhill. Wasn't like that before. But theres no slippage yet. I have done damage, but where? I notice a very slight whine from the rear end that gets a little louder with speed and whines even if in nuetral. I am confused to whether its my diff thats making it hard to take off or my clutch?? or both? i can change into grar at 9k no probs, just feels rough
Also, can my clutch be stuffed even if it doesn't slip atm?
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If it smells like a burned clutch... it most likely is 
With 100k km on the original one that is not so bad.
Doing clutch dumps is hard on the drive line, especially if you don't "brake traction" on the rear tires.
Depending on the brand of tires and size (and a lot more factors) it could take more then 6k revs to get them to smoke.
Your diff could have taken a beating too.
Are you sure it didn't slightly whine before?
Change the diff oil and check for metal shavings on the magnetic drain plug.
There is lots of info on what diff oil to use in the "Oil Journals" on top of UTH.
It is possible to take a look at the ring gear through the drain hole.
(you need a bright small flaslight)
With the rear on jack stands you can rotate the propshaft to rotate the ring gear.
Check it for signs of wear, deep grooves or so.
You could also, maybe, detect a "strange feeling" in the diff.
My OEM final drive gears looked pretty smooth after 119000 km.
Succes!
Let us know what you find.
With 100k km on the original one that is not so bad.
Doing clutch dumps is hard on the drive line, especially if you don't "brake traction" on the rear tires.
Depending on the brand of tires and size (and a lot more factors) it could take more then 6k revs to get them to smoke.
Your diff could have taken a beating too.
Are you sure it didn't slightly whine before?
Change the diff oil and check for metal shavings on the magnetic drain plug.
There is lots of info on what diff oil to use in the "Oil Journals" on top of UTH.
It is possible to take a look at the ring gear through the drain hole.
(you need a bright small flaslight)
With the rear on jack stands you can rotate the propshaft to rotate the ring gear.
Check it for signs of wear, deep grooves or so.
You could also, maybe, detect a "strange feeling" in the diff.
My OEM final drive gears looked pretty smooth after 119000 km.
Succes!
Let us know what you find.
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got an 00 model with 100,000kms on it, full service history 1 owner. As far as i know it has the original clutch when purchased cause i have all the hist on it.
[QUOTE]did a few 6k launches,
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Thankyou for your input guys,
Yes all my oils were done before i bought the car, and i have done a full service on it 2 weeks ago at honda. I have confirmed that the original clutch from when new is still in this car, so i guess thats not too bad anyhow.
The Clutch is feelin better scince 4 days ago. It's rolls in first with no throttle (on a slight uphill). So i guess i've just fried it, i'll be taking your advice xviper and waiting for cool downs before hammering the thing.
Thanks
Yes all my oils were done before i bought the car, and i have done a full service on it 2 weeks ago at honda. I have confirmed that the original clutch from when new is still in this car, so i guess thats not too bad anyhow.
The Clutch is feelin better scince 4 days ago. It's rolls in first with no throttle (on a slight uphill). So i guess i've just fried it, i'll be taking your advice xviper and waiting for cool downs before hammering the thing.
Thanks
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