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91,000 miles the stock clutch gave way and I replaced it with the Jim Wolf Technology clutch and flywheel. Now, I'm running at 126,500 and the clutch is slipping bad. So, time to replace... but had a few concerns:
1) Should a clutch burn out in 35,500 miles? The miles are primarily DD city driving, highway and a few off roading adventures (greens and blues). The clutch and flywheel were great; grabbed well, didn't vibrate and no noise.
2) The JWT flywheel has a replaceable friction plate for $65; so, I plan to get it when replacing the clutch. Anyone have an issue with the flywheel? I know these things can be machined and cleaned up and reused, if made well. I don't mind replacing the friction plate, but if there's an overall consumer concern, I'd like to know. But... I'd really like to avoid dropping the money for a new flywheel.
3) Due to the lifespan of my current JWT clutch and the price, I'm considering some other clutch options (search on Amazon if links don't work):
A) Exedy NSK 1006
B) Luk-06-077
Yes, I realize it's just lazy 2017 Amazon shopping; so, if someone has a better suggestion, let me know. Keep in mind free 2 day shipping for a crippled DD truck is important. Anyone have experience with either of these? Reviews welcome.
4) If I don't get another JWT clutch, due to experienced durability and competitor pricing, would it be okay to use a different clutch with the JWT flywheel. I've done it with another vehicle and all seemed well, and I spoke to a mechanic buddy, who said it should be okay, but has anyone had an issue with interchanging the flywheel and clutch?
5) I did the entire clutch swap in my driveway last time and it sort of sucked.... don't really want to do it again. The mechanic I've used for a couple other things is quoting me $600 for labor. Does that seem reasonable?
Just trying to keep the old beast running cause I'll never sell it. Thanks in advance for the input.
1) Should a clutch burn out in 35,500 miles? The miles are primarily DD city driving, highway and a few off roading adventures (greens and blues). The clutch and flywheel were great; grabbed well, didn't vibrate and no noise.
2) The JWT flywheel has a replaceable friction plate for $65; so, I plan to get it when replacing the clutch. Anyone have an issue with the flywheel? I know these things can be machined and cleaned up and reused, if made well. I don't mind replacing the friction plate, but if there's an overall consumer concern, I'd like to know. But... I'd really like to avoid dropping the money for a new flywheel.
3) Due to the lifespan of my current JWT clutch and the price, I'm considering some other clutch options (search on Amazon if links don't work):
A) Exedy NSK 1006
B) Luk-06-077
Yes, I realize it's just lazy 2017 Amazon shopping; so, if someone has a better suggestion, let me know. Keep in mind free 2 day shipping for a crippled DD truck is important. Anyone have experience with either of these? Reviews welcome.
4) If I don't get another JWT clutch, due to experienced durability and competitor pricing, would it be okay to use a different clutch with the JWT flywheel. I've done it with another vehicle and all seemed well, and I spoke to a mechanic buddy, who said it should be okay, but has anyone had an issue with interchanging the flywheel and clutch?
5) I did the entire clutch swap in my driveway last time and it sort of sucked.... don't really want to do it again. The mechanic I've used for a couple other things is quoting me $600 for labor. Does that seem reasonable?
Just trying to keep the old beast running cause I'll never sell it. Thanks in advance for the input.