Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) SouthBend Clutch dumb question

[Willie G]

I am installing a 13" SB clutch in my truck. They did not send new flywheel bolts. I have always replaced flywheel bolts after removing them. I have had a lot of people telling me that it is not necessary to do this with these things. I know this is a dumb question but, I would like to hear some opinions.



Thanks,

Wiltcher

 

[Detroitiron]

There are no dumb questions here. I don't have an answer for you, because at this point it would be just my opinion, but I might suggest a call to the vendor, SB themselves, and/or the tech sevice people at Cummins and Dodge. I have re-used the flywheel bolts myself, with a dab of Loc Tite, but I'm not suggesting you do that. And that was always on gassers. Diesels may require a different method, like all new bolts. Make the calls, then you'll know for sure. You don't want to do it twice, do you? I wouldn't.

Luck to you,

Dave

 

[Forrest Nearing]

I re-used mine. They've actually been re-used twice now. Peter didn't mention needing new bolts.



Forrest

 

[Deezul1]

Are we talking flywheel bolts or pressure plate bolts? Doesnt really matter anyway as mine have been re-used 5 times and still seem to do ok. I am going to be mad if they fail tomorrow.

 

[Partyat33]

If I remember right the manual says "save the bolts for later use" I took that to me they can be reused. I believe it is a common practice.



Dennis

 

[South Bend Clutch]

It is common practice to reuse the crank bolts but I can not say to do so simply for liability reasons. So, if you ask me I will say to buy new ones.



Peter

 

[RT66DOC]

So, how much do new bolts cost?