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Subject:Re: Questions on clutch kit install, 87 Wolfy
From:Stuart MacMillan
Date:Tue, 25 Apr 2000 14:03:01 -0700

I just installed the LUK heavy duty and find that it is very smooth.  My
last clutch was the Sachs, which was okay but was not as smooth
engaging.  It was not worn down to the rivets, and there was no scoring
on the flywheel, so I think the LUK is worth it.  Amortize the $30 over
80,000 to 100,000 miles and it is easy to go with quality.

Have the flywheel resurfaced if there is any scoring, and replace the
main seal.  The LUK kit comes with a new pilot bearing too, so you will
need a puller to get the old one out.

Have fun, and you do know you can drop the tranny to do a clutch in a
WBX, right?  Might be time to check, replace or repack (if you believe
in that) your CV joints now too.

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Stuart MacMillan
Manager, Case Program
800-909-8244 ext. 8208
Fax: 206-269-6360

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