Fix it properly. Use a Cooper S diaphragm, an AP genuine clutch plate and set it up so the diaphragm is FLAT when assembled.
See http://www.minimania.com/web/DisplayID/ ... ticleV.cfm
for how to do it properly.
Or... bring here, me fix.
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| Author: | Blokeinamoke [ Sun Jan 11, 2009 3:04 pm ] |
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I have just blown my third clutch in just over a year on the Moke. I know whats causing it - me - thrashing the hell out of it off the line and out of corners. So what would you do - change your driving style or just buy another clutch and continue to drive like a hooligan? |
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| Author: | drmini in aust [ Sun Jan 11, 2009 3:10 pm ] |
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Fix it properly. Use a Cooper S diaphragm, an AP genuine clutch plate and set it up so the diaphragm is FLAT when assembled. See http://www.minimania.com/web/DisplayID/ ... ticleV.cfm for how to do it properly.
Or... bring here, me fix.
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| Author: | awdmoke [ Sun Jan 11, 2009 3:10 pm ] |
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My driving style (was) not gentle, but I have only once killed a mini clutch. Maybe you need let the clutch out faster & allow the tires to feel some of the pain? |
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| Author: | Blokeinamoke [ Sun Jan 11, 2009 3:43 pm ] |
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yep - I used that like last time you suggested Doc - but the suggested parts list might get a gurnsey this time.
also the weak handbrake (now fixed) and a lot of hills may have a significant contributor. |
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| Author: | poeee [ Sun Jan 11, 2009 3:55 pm ] |
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It took even me 5 years to kill the clutch in the LS, and who knows how old it was before I bought it... |
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| Author: | Blokeinamoke [ Sun Jan 11, 2009 3:56 pm ] |
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poeee wrote: It took even me 5 years to kill the clutch in the LS, and who knows how old it was before I bought it...
you obvioulsy werent trying hard enough 
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| Author: | DarkenMini [ Sun Jan 11, 2009 4:23 pm ] |
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i drove like a Sedated mad man a little heavy footed for 2 1/2 yrs didnt have a problem with clutch hopefully i will have the same luck when i get it replaced along with the Overhaul in a couple of months. |
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| Author: | Mick [ Sun Jan 11, 2009 4:58 pm ] |
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No mechanical sympathy...that's the problem here! |
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| Author: | speedy [ Sun Jan 11, 2009 8:58 pm ] |
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Mick wrote: No mechanical sympathy...that's the problem here!
You should go for a drive with BIAM  - he drives everything as if its a rental car. 
As for his clutch technique, it's similar to Josh MiniMad's.
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| Author: | poeee [ Sun Jan 11, 2009 10:01 pm ] |
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speedy wrote: As for his clutch technique, it's similar to Josh MiniMad's.
Say no more
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| Author: | peterw [ Mon Jan 12, 2009 12:03 pm ] |
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There are a number of different spring plates with differing strength of springing. They are identified by colour. I use a grey one (strongest) in my race car to help limit slippage. A stronger spring plate should help your clutch last longer but will make it heavier. Pete |
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| Author: | Mini Mad [ Mon Jan 12, 2009 12:08 pm ] |
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poeee wrote: speedy wrote: As for his clutch technique, it's similar to Josh MiniMad's. Say no more Good Technique then
I've never killed a clutch on the 1152 so ner ..i let the drivetrain feel the pain hence driveshafts are not my friend at the moment..
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| Author: | Blokeinamoke [ Mon Jan 12, 2009 1:38 pm ] |
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Mini Mad wrote: poeee wrote: speedy wrote: As for his clutch technique, it's similar to Josh MiniMad's. Say no more Good Technique then you betcha
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| Author: | Dylans Clubby [ Mon Jan 12, 2009 7:22 pm ] |
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Mini Mad wrote: I've never killed a clutch on the 1152 so ner
..i let the drivetrain feel the pain hence driveshafts are not my friend at the moment..how many is it now that you've TWISTED???
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| Author: | speedy [ Mon Jan 12, 2009 8:09 pm ] |
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At least Josh MiniMad is putting out some decent horsepower, BIAM's moke on the other hand smokes the car cover more than the tyres. 
BIAM - have you ever considered whether your "Goodride" tyres giving too much grip and not enough slip, hence the strain on the clutch?
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