slipping clutch questions

masterguitarshreader · Post by **masterguitarshreader** » Tue Mar 31, 2009 12:33 pm

hi my l series clutch is slipping under load usually when i reverse up my steep driveway, would the clutch also be affecting the smoothness of my gear changes? or is that mainly due to my gearbox being worn i think i need a new gearbox when i do a engine coversion just want to know how much i am up for.

AndrewT · Post by **AndrewT** » Tue Mar 31, 2009 2:03 pm

If your doing an engine conversion you will need a new clutch anyway. If you are planning to keep the same type of gearbox and go the adaptor-plate route then you may aswell just get the new clutch now.
Rough guide - if you go for the usual EJ22 non turbo conversion then get your existing pressure plate custom modified up to around 1700pounds (stock Liberty pressure) and a new friction plate. Should cost roughly $300 for this but depends where you go.

Regarding how smooth your gear changes are, given you have a worn clutch it is likely your flywheel needs skimming. This should only cost about 20 bucks. Again, may aswell do it now with your current engine because if using an adaptor plate for EJ conversion you will still use this same flywheel but with modified holes.

subasurf · Post by **subasurf** » Tue Mar 31, 2009 4:19 pm

I'm getting my clutch replaced on my Forester on Thursday. I'll post up how much that costs me.

AlpineRaven · Post by **AlpineRaven** » Tue Mar 31, 2009 8:51 pm

Clutch Kit for Liberty set me back $280, havent put it in my Liberty yet.. but I will once I finish the gearbox mods...
Cheers
AP

AlpineRaven · Post by **AlpineRaven** » Tue Mar 31, 2009 8:52 pm

Another thing, there could be oil on the plate, does it slip in forward gears even heavy acceleration?
Cheers
AP