I have a '99 FSM. Since it is a short paragraph, I will print it in its
entirety:
"Flywheel machining is not recommended. The flywheel clutch surface is
machined to a unique contour and machining will negate this feature.
However, minor flywheel scoring can be cleaned up by hand with 180 grit
emery, or with surface grinding equipment. Remove only enough material to
reduce scoring (approximately 0.001 - 0.003 in.). Heavy stock removal is
not recommended. Replace the flywheel if scoring is severe and deeper than
0.076 mm (0.003 in.). Excessive stock removal can result in flywheel
cracking or warpage after installation; it can also weaken the flywheel and
interfere with proper clutch release."
Cal
----- Original Message -----
From: Ray Sulich <ray.sulich@snet.net>
To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Sent: Tuesday, October 23, 2001 5:26 PM
Subject: DML: Clutch replacement
> I just read from someone that his Mopar FSM said not to resurface the
> flywheel under any condition. I think you must have read that wrong.
I've
> always been told that it is HIGHLY suggested when replacing the
> clutch. Secondly, my Haynes manual for Dodge Dakota Pickups 1987-96 says
> "Inspect the flywheel for cracks, heat checking, grooves and other obvious
> defects. If the imperfections are slight, a machine shop can machine the
> surface flat and smooth, which is highly recommended regardless of the
> surface appearance."
>
> I think either you made a mistake when reading the manual, or Dodge made a
> typo when they wrote the FSM.
> Bye,
> Ray
>
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> reply to ray.sulich@snet.net
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> Parkinson's Law: Work expands so as to fill the time
> available for its completion.
>
>
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