Thanks glydrjocky,

That's the thing, the old lining did not appear to be dragging. It did have at least one high spot (the spot I jb welded back on) but did not seem to be dragging or tight. The new lining is evenly bonded. The gap is the same all the way around. It just seems relatively tight compared to the old lining.

With the new lining installed, I had to sand it to get the one sheet of paper to fit. I can get one sheet of paper around the clutch but there is no extra play. I just wanted to check what is better before I reinstalled the engine; 1, 2, or 3 sheets?

I want to get back in the air as well. I can't wait. My receiver should be here today or Monday. I won't be able to do anything until Monday anyway, so I thought I would pick everyone's brain before the reinstallation.

Thanks again, and more later......jster