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Old Feb 16, 2010, 10:08 PM
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Best Break in period for clutch

Just replaced my clutch with a stock one, resurfaced flywheel and rebuilt tranny at 78000 miles. Looking for a recommended break in period. I was thinkin about doin a 3k break in period which is when i change my oil all the time.
Old Feb 16, 2010, 10:15 PM
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most clutches 300-500 before hard driving.
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3K? jebus, no need sir
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I took it easy on my twin for 1000 before I really got on it. That is overkill, you should be fine with 500 miles. What power levels are you looking at? Any mods?
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Ive heard anywhere from 500-1000 miles. Just be sure to stay away from launching/ spirited starts along with lightening quick shifts.
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I put about 500 on my exedy twin.. then hit the rollers at Buschur.
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i went from install to dyno tuning. Probably not the smartest thing in the world to do but i needed the car done the next day.
Old Feb 16, 2010, 11:22 PM
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Originally Posted by ftlvwrx
i went from install to dyno tuning. Probably not the smartest thing in the world to do but i needed the car done the next day.
No not very smart. That could have costed you alot of money.
Old Feb 16, 2010, 11:33 PM
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i did 1000-granny shifting-under 3k rpm-no boost-miles. just to be safe...
but i hear anywhere from 500-1000 is good...but also there are some people that dont even do a 'break in period.'
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As long as the clutch is fully engaged you don't need to go easy at all. The break in period should be 500-750 miles during shifting, if your foot is all the way off the pedal don't be scared to get on it.
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Just dont launch it or slam shift it for 250-500 miles, other then that you can let it rip at a few hundred.
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ill be doing my 500-1000 on my exedy next week.

sounds better than my slipping act lol
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I say about 500-800 is a good amount time to break it in.

Anything below 300, i wouldn't beat/abuse the clutch. If you want, then better have more moneyz in your pockets. [:
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A stock clutch only needs about 2-300 miles. Stock components are designed to break-in very quickly since they know most owners won't observe break-in recommendations. Aftermarket clutches require 500-750 depending on the material.
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alright well thanks for all the advice..o and i have a turbo xs catback and a turbo xs intake..someone asked what kind of power im makin


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