Re: Clutch eater from Hell

From: M.B. (mailinglists@moparhowto.com)
Date: Wed Sep 12 2012 - 03:16:21 EDT


Random guess: Bent input shaft on the trans?

On 9/10/2012 1:57 PM, David Wilker wrote:
> Hello all
> I am pulling my hairs out! I have the massive Powered 2.5L/5-Speed Club Cab
> 1998 Sport. I initially replaced the clutch at 125k due to slipping. Since
> then I have replaced it THREE times! First three came from AutoZone, last
> one is a GripForce Street/Strip It lasted 13 months). What is happening is
> that the center hub of the disk is separating from the rest of the disk. I
> can drive @ 25MPH and limp home, but that's it. I don't race or drive it
> hard. I haul nothing heavier than my oversize ass. Anyone have any clues,
> past experience or good guess? I replaced the throwout bearing, surfaced
> the flywheel, etc.
>
>
> If we cannot afford to take care of Veterans, then we should stop making
> them.
> David C. Wilker Jr.
> USAF (RET)
>



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