Anyone notice the new clutch adaptors from Tekno!

[teknorc]

Originally Posted by js058515

Hey Tekno,

With the 3 shoe adaptor I know that different clutchbells fit better than others as some fully cover the shoes and some don't. I have Tekno clutchbell and I compared it to a mugen one. The mugen one has a slightly shorter skirt, will this be a problem? It still looks like it will cover the shoes, but I just wanted to know if has tried other brands of clutchbells. Thanks.

There shouldn't be any issues. The new clutch has a lot of surface area and plenty of grab. You could try shimming up the clutch shoes with some small washers or clutch shoe shims. Give it a try though, it should be fine.

[Ryu James]

so i got the new 3shoe clutch a little over a week ago and it ran way smoother and much better than the first version 2 shoe. i ran it for about 15 minutes or so but still preferred the longshank direct drive setup. maybe i am just so used to that now. i can see how the clutch could be favored though with the ability to "tap" the throttle for low speed maneuvering around corners. unfortunately i had some parts stolen at the track recently, including my clutches, so i cant run it even if i wanted to now.

but i did have a question. when i put the clutch on, my front tires were really ballooning up huge when i accelerated. i did not think this was due to the clutch at all but when i put the pinion back on they only ballooned about half as much and had to reach much higher speeds to start ballooning whereas with the clutch it was almost immediate. can anyone explain why this would happen? why would the clutch cause more ballooning than my pinion?

also, how hot should the clutch be after running? i had my gear mesh set just normal but when i went to take the clutch off it burned me! is it normal for it to be 150*? or is there something i should have done differently?

[marzac2]

Were you running the same number of teeth with the pinion VS. clutch. If your clutch had more teeth, this can be the reason for the ballooning.

150 degrees is normal.

Sorry to hear about your theft.

[Ryu James]

Originally Posted by marzac2

Were you running the same number of teeth with the pinion VS. clutch. If your clutch had more teeth, this can be the reason for the ballooning.

150 degrees is normal.

Sorry to hear about your theft.

i ran both a 16t clutch and a 16t pinion. idk, i have heard that thicker center diff fluid can help to reduce the ballooning so i had my center diff fluid at about 30k. when i first saw the tires balloon with the clutch i thought to myself "i must have got it backwards and need to go with lighter fluid" but before i changed fluids i threw on the pinion and things were great. i dont get it. just thought you guys with more clutch experience might know. doesnt really matter though cuz ultimately i still prefer the direct drive but i must say the clutch was a big improvement over the previous design and ran smooth and quiet.

[marzac2]

In our experience, guys usually switch to the clutch set-up after getting schooled by a driver running one at the track.

[medusa'd maxx]

I'm up and running with an 8T 1.0 kit with the original clutch its working but struggling a little I'm running a 2000kv 80mm medusa on 4 and 5 cells can I get the 3 shoe set up complete with springs shoes and clutchbell from you or Impact
The upgrade deal is great but I think postage would take 2 to 4 weeks from Australia (to send it back and get the upgrade). which is a long time without being able to run my truck I got my 8T as a roller and dont have any clutch parts

[teknorc]

Originally Posted by medusa'd maxx

I'm up and running with an 8T 1.0 kit with the original clutch its working but struggling a little I'm running a 2000kv 80mm medusa on 4 and 5 cells can I get the 3 shoe set up complete with springs shoes and clutchbell from you or Impact
The upgrade deal is great but I think postage would take 2 to 4 weeks from Australia (to send it back and get the upgrade). which is a long time without being able to run my truck I got my 8T as a roller and dont have any clutch parts

Go ahead and purchase the 3-shoe setup. After you receive it, send the old one back with a note referencing your order # and we can make the $10 adjustment (credit) afterward. Thanks.