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Old 07-09-2013, 05:08 PM
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[quote]ORIGINAL: JohnP2


ORIGINAL: 1QwkSport2.5r

Ideally, the clutchbell should be seated so the bell covers the clutch shoes completely and has virtually NO play in/out.
Interesting. This is not to imply you are incorrect, but I know a lot of guys who run 1mm play (and suggest it - but they use cheap bearings and replace them very often). With that said, the guy who "mentored" me (for lack of better term) on clutch setups recommended some play (ideally) .25 - .5mm. Additionally, I've yet to be able to shim with NO play (without the bell binding) but if I could get it down to "no play" or
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