Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Update.....

[Pigpen]

Ok, I know I haven't posted in a while, my appologies. Here is an update on the pig.



The third stock clutch went out last week, so I upgraded to a southbend clutch. Let me tell you... . I have not even put 200 miles on it yet, but this thing hooks up. No question about it.



I do have a question..... has anyone eles experience a little shutter starting out in second gear. This is an off and on experience, but it is noticable. I am thinking that it maybe a new clutch thing/break in period thing. Any comments?



If you are searching for answers to your clutch problem, I recommend this upgrade. It was 900 dollars, but I think, so far, it is going to be worth it!!!!



Thanks



Jake

 

[RBratby]

what sbc do you have?

 

[Pigpen]

it was the 450 horse clutch

 

[RustyJC]

Yep, the Con OFE is slightly grabbier on engagement than the stock clutch. That's the tradeoff to obtain its additional capacity. When spotting our 5th wheel, I bring the engine speed up to about 1000 RPM and slip the clutch to smooth it out - the OFE's disc likes higher relative speed between it and the flywheel/pressure plate surfaces than the stock clutch.



Rusty

 

[CHornsby]

Mine is grabby at times, but I can deal with that.

 

[Pigpen]

Cool, works for me!!!

 

[EGaskamp]

Yep, mine is grabby too. But I just bring the rpm's to about 1000-1200 just like rusty said and sometimes if I hit it just right it's almost non existant and you can feel it really pulling! It's awesome! Well worth it.