clutch advice please

[wagonwheels]

I had DMF failure in febuary and fitted a new standard Sachs clutch and flywheel kit.

I had a stage two map done about 3 weeks ago and now the clutch can't deal with the power in 5th and 6th. Now I want to keep the DMF but need a new pressure plate and clutch, what reasonably priced options do I have to deal with about 330lbs?

Its a vrs tfsi.

[Such]

can I ask a question: what are the symptoms of the clutch not being able to handle the power in 5th & 6th?

 

I have a dtuk box in mine and when in 5th, and accelerating say from 50 upwards, i do feel a slight judder which lasts for a second or so. Don't have any traction control lights on at that time

 

Thanks

[wagonwheels]

Thats probably your dual mass flywheel shuddering.I get clutch slip in mine.

[Toxicvrs]

http://www.awesomegti.com/car/skoda/octavia2/helix-clutch-kit-single-mass-flywheel-options-skoda-octavia-2-0tfsi-inc-vrs

Helix Clutches are well rated if you want to keep the DMF select the OEM flywheel option however if you're looking for more power afterwards then you might want an SMF

[wagonwheels]

Cheers toxic I'll look into that.I was looking at a Sachs stage 1 kit as it seems cheap but it doesn't mention what its rated at.I still want OEM pedal feel if possible

[Such]

Thats probably your dual mass flywheel shuddering.I get clutch slip in mine.

 

I take it this is not good then? will this cause any premature failure / wear?

 

thanks

[Toxicvrs]

I take it this is not good then? will this cause any premature failure / wear?

thanks

Yes I'd get it sorted before it goes however saying that some do it for years and some do it for days before going

[Such]

really, the car is still under warranty and only had box on since Feb this year. haven't really driven hard either.

 

if it were to go before warranty end, would dealer be able to tell that this may have been caused by a mod?

 

thanks

[Toxicvrs]

really, the car is still under warranty and only had box on since Feb this year. haven't really driven hard either.

if it were to go before warranty end, would dealer be able to tell that this may have been caused by a mod?

thanks

More power on a standard DMF is a common thing and can lead to increased wear! Depends what mods are you running?

[Such]

just a DTUK box on map 4 + 0

[Toxicvrs]

just a DTUK box on map 4 + 0

Ahh if it goes just take the box off

[wagonwheels]

I ran a badly shuddering DMF for about a year until i changed it.If its under warranty then take the box off it and get it changed

I've found a company called CG motorsport.Their stuff look good and at a sensible price.

[Such]

I've only noticed the juddering with the box on and only in high gears ie 5th & 6th.

It does not do this with the box off, so the dealer may not find anything wrong with it!

Also, the dealer did spot the box when i took the car in recently - did not have time (or smaller hands) to remove the boost plug!

[wagonwheels]

Right, im not paying another £550+fitting for the Sachs clutch so I looked at CG motorsports dual friction clutch kit.40% increase in torque ,one side is a paddle the other a normal organic plate. Anyone have an opinion on CG motorsport stuff?

[Toxicvrs]

Right, im not paying another £550+fitting for the Sachs clutch so I looked at CG motorsports dual friction clutch kit.40% increase in torque ,one side is a paddle the other a normal organic plate. Anyone have an opinion on CG motorsport stuff?

Quite well rated from what I've heard in Octavia 1 section

[Cactusjack]

Had a few friends running the CG clutches and heard nothing but praise, they'll be my choice when I upgrade

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Edited 23 September, 2014 by Cactusjack

[wagonwheels]

the only problem is they only rate the twin friction one at 40%increase in torque which by my understanding is 280lbs .They said it should be ok with my 330lbs but could warrant that.

The only other option from their range is a paddle one which I don't want.

Think I'll need to chance it :/

[wagonwheels]

Heard a few mixed stories now about CG clutches wearing very quickly :( ohy brain hurts .

[Andy@CG-Motorsport]

HI Guys, our new looks kit the 666 series will be out soon available through our website.

 

The cost will be £699 on their and maybe a couple of quid cheaper to forum members.

 

This kit includes a SMF, full face drive plate and a uprated cover that comes pre machined to the flywheel.

 

Early testing shows this kit is comfortably taking 450lb/ft of torque and keeps people away from the dreaded paddle option on daily cars.

 

PM me for more details.

[wagonwheels]

Thanks for the heads up Andy.Ive just had the dmf replaced so really don't want to bin it.Can your kit be used with a dmf and if so what sort of price.PM me if you want

Thanks

Stuart