Clutch Problems

[akbarbee]

First off, I know I was stupid when I wound out my '10 balls out with only 200 miles on it and blew up the friction plate, almost literally....Since then I have replaced the clutch with a SPEC Stage 2+ (didn't replace pilot bearing) and recently (well over 1k miles on the clutch) have had problems with what feels like the clutch not fully disengaging. Shifting is rough, and sometimes not at all like the pilot bearing is screwed and the tranny isn't winding down. Tried bleeding the clutch with no imporvement. Before I take the next step and replace the pilot bearing, are there any other suggestions or ideas?

 

[Sparty92]

Step 1: Learn to drive.

 

[akbarbee]

alrighty then, since there is no help being proffered I'll just go ahead and replace the pilot bearing since it's the only thing that hasn't been ruled out....and i destroyed the clutch attempting to down shift around 140...like i said, I'm well aware i was being stupid in the first place

 

[The Fang]

My god man are you going that fast on the streets or at the airport?

 

[Sparty92]

alrighty then, since there is no help being proffered I'll just go ahead and replace the pilot bearing since it's the only thing that hasn't been ruled out....and i destroyed the clutch attempting to down shift around 140...like i said, I'm well aware i was being stupid in the first place

Step 2: Don't be stupid.

 

[akbarbee]

what can i say, sometimes i'm not the brightest bulb out there. but hey, lesson learned...you guys are more than welcome to criticize and rag on me all you want, i don't really mind as long as it stays somewhat mature

 

[walter]

Alright guys I think he learned his lesson... Grenading your drivetrain with 200 miles on the clock has to be pretty damn earth shattering.

All I can say is that with the clutch/slave combo in these cars unless the job is done professionally (and even then) it is always recommended to replace it to prevent hangups.

That's the only thing I can think of at this point so I guess while you're in there you may just replace everything that's designed to wear out like the bearing. Also make sure to check that your new clutch/flywheel aren't damaged from improper functioning.

Good luck and take it easy out there.

BTW used to live in Copperas Cove a while back.

 

[AvalancheSVT]

downshift at 140? yowza.

 

[unas2k5]

Some people on here are acting like he downshifted at 140MPH with their car. Whatever...

Good Luck OP...

 

[Undisputed]

Alright guys I think he learned his lesson... Grenading your drivetrain with 200 miles on the clock has to be pretty damn earth shattering.

All I can say is that with the clutch/slave combo in these cars unless the job is done professionally (and even then) it is always recommended to replace it to prevent hangups.

That's the only thing I can think of at this point so I guess while you're in there you may just replace everything that's designed to wear out like the bearing. Also make sure to check that your new clutch/flywheel aren't damaged from improper functioning.

Good luck and take it easy out there.

BTW used to live in Copperas Cove a while back.

I have the same problem, and weirdly enough, I bought the exact same clutch, i replaced it, with the spec flywheel too, and EXACTLY THE SAME PROBLEM... And my car is a 2010 GT as well...

 

[CDQICKGT]

U sure you didnt smoke the throwout bearing during your moment of adolecent driving mischief..j/k.. no but seriously, i cant remember if the specs come with a T/O bearing but if you didnt replace it id start their. When my dad got his new Gt500 he "unknowingly" powershifted off the limiter for the first 500miles or so. same deal as yours. good luck and keep us posted/

 

[akbarbee]

no t/o on the '10. replaced teh pilot bearing this weekend and turned the flywheel just in case. clutch was still in excellent shape. after bleeding the clutch everything shifts way smoother than when i bought the car

 

[Undisputed]

no t/o on the '10. replaced teh pilot bearing this weekend and turned the flywheel just in case. clutch was still in excellent shape. after bleeding the clutch everything shifts way smoother than when i bought the car

you just turned the flywheel and replaced the pilot bearing and it was as good as new?! You can powershift again and not have to fight the shifter into each gear at high revs?