Should I replace the clutch plate?
11-21-2014, 08:27 AM
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Should I replace the clutch plate?
I had to replace the throw-out bearing in my 2007 Jeep Wrangle Unlimited X 6-speed manual. While I was at it, I decided it would be best to replace the clutch while I had the thing apart (65,000 miles on it). When I removed the clutch, it looked fine. I measured the thickness of the new plate versus the old plate and there was a fraction of difference in thickness. The new plate is about 8.1mm and the old plate is about 7.5mm. Do you think I should change it anyway?
11-21-2014, 06:48 PM
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I had the same thing happen to me. I can't remember the numbers but it appeared to be close to new so I did not replace the clutch, but did replace the throw out bearing. Plus, they sent me the wrong clutch and I did not want to wait. Well, I now have 77K miles and my cutch is going out. Yes, I do regret not replacing my clutch. 
If I remember correctly, the padding only uses about 30% of the material. So, while it looks Ok, is not.
If I remember correctly, the padding only uses about 30% of the material. So, while it looks Ok, is not.
