Aftermarket clutch users come in!

SouthfloridaE92 · 04-25-2012, 05:36 PM

How much does it usually run for a clutch installation ? and what about OEM flywheel re surfacing?
Also any recommended south florida shops?

marv85 · 04-25-2012, 05:46 PM

I paid 2205$ to replace and install my ACT street clutch:

-New Flywheel (Had to buy a new one 930$)
-New clutch with OEM parts 600$
-installation 675$

SouthfloridaE92 · 04-25-2012, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by marv85

I paid 2205$ to replace and install my ACT street clutch:

-New Flywheel (Had to buy a new one 930$)
-New clutch with OEM parts 600$
-installation 675$

Wow a nice chunk of change
if im not getting a new flywheel and just getting it resurfaced, anyone knnow how much that would run? also what bolts do i need to buy? throwout or any bearings or anything?

marv85 · 04-25-2012, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by SouthfloridaE92

Wow a nice chunk of change
if im not getting a new flywheel and just getting it resurfaced, anyone knnow how much that would run? also what bolts do i need to buy? throwout or any bearings or anything?

Well you would save the price of a new flywheel however you won't save on install whether you resurface or buy a new one.

Now with taht said, if the shop has done the clutch job on a 335i before, you might get the install for cheaper. 500$ should be what they charge if they've done it before.

Pilot and throwout bearing and aluminum bolts for the bell housing. ARdesign sells the clutch along with all the OEM parts. I bought everything from them (except the flywheel)

marv85 · 04-25-2012, 05:56 PM

and since your'e down there why not change transmission fluid. I went with Redline D4 ATF after having tried OEM and royal purple max. Shifting never felt better.

SouthfloridaE92 · 04-25-2012, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by marv85

and since your'e down there why not change transmission fluid. I went with Redline D4 ATF after having tried OEM and royal purple max. Shifting never felt better.

Okay thanks so much, now i need to figure out somewhere i can resurface my flywheel and a price on it..

marv85 · 04-25-2012, 06:03 PM

sure, goodluck

SouthfloridaE92 · 04-25-2012, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by marv85

sure, goodluck

Thanks! Any buddy have any info on resurfacing ???

16M4 · 04-25-2012, 07:04 PM

I just got this done last month. Here's the breakdown:

1. ACT 6 puck - $440 (I ended up buying an OEM one. So this one is for sale for dirt cheap.
2. OEM clutch kit (throwout bearing and bolts were included) - $375
3. OEM flywheel - $740
4. Labor - free (installed it myself)

SouthfloridaE92 · 04-25-2012, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Alfred

I just got this done last month. Here's the breakdown:

1. ACT 6 puck - $440 (I ended up buying an OEM one. So this one is for sale for dirt cheap.
2. OEM clutch kit (throwout bearing and bolts were included) - $375
3. OEM flywheel - $740
4. Labor - free (installed it myself)

So basically all I would need is the ACT 6 puck since that's what I'm purchasing , the throw out bearing and bolts and either a new flywheel or resurfaced? Also how difficult is an install if I have jacks + jack stands and with the help of some mechanically inclined people?

16M4 · 04-25-2012, 07:46 PM

The 6 puck is not what you want to use for a daily driver. It is a more aggressive clutch (designed for drag racing). Basically, if you want to buy mine, you can either 1) deal with the rough disegagement or 2) use the pressure plate and get a new disk from ACT.

Throwout bearings and the bolts aren't expensive. It wasn't hard for me at all, especially the second time I had to do it

I did it out of my garage on jackstands

SouthfloridaE92 · 04-25-2012, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Alfred

The 6 puck is not what you want to use for a daily driver. It is a more aggressive clutch (designed for drag racing). Basically, if you want to buy mine, you can either 1) deal with the rough disegagement or 2) use the pressure plate and get a new disk from ACT.

Throwout bearings and the bolts aren't expensive. It wasn't hard for me at all, especially the second time I had to do it

I did it out of my garage on jackstands

Hm I won't mind the rough hard disengagement that much, and how many hours did it take you and what's the difficulty out of a 1/10? And what can you compare it to

16M4 · 04-25-2012, 08:22 PM

Honestly, the hardest part at first was taking the two bolts behind the motor, under the hood. I didn't use the proper ratchet.

The second time I did it, I bought the right ratchet. The whole process only took me about 6 hours (uninstall/install).

I am not sure what to compare it to....Watch the video that HPF posted on youtube. It's really easy.

RevC · 04-25-2012, 08:31 PM

on my last car i spent maybe 500 for install, but had to buy new flywheel and such which brough total up to 1.5k.

SouthfloridaE92 · 04-25-2012, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Alfred

Honestly, the hardest part at first was taking the two bolts behind the motor, under the hood. I didn't use the proper ratchet.

The second time I did it, I bought the right ratchet. The whole process only took me about 6 hours (uninstall/install).

I am not sure what to compare it to....Watch the video that HPF posted on youtube. It's really easy.

Jesus lol, what kind of ratchet, do you remember? And I'm nervous about doing it but its worth saving the money honestly..

RevC · 04-25-2012, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by SouthfloridaE92

Jesus lol, what kind of ratchet, do you remember? And I'm nervous about doing it but its worth saving the money honestly..

clutches are a PIA take it from me, get it done from a shop, if you dont align it right or dont have the flywheel surfaced 100 percent, youre going to get bad vibrations.

16M4 · 04-25-2012, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by SouthfloridaE92

Jesus lol, what kind of ratchet, do you remember? And I'm nervous about doing it but its worth saving the money honestly..

Nothing special. Just a flexible ratchet such as this one http://www.shopping.com/craftsman-cr...p-ratchet/info. Just make sure that you find one with the head as small as possible.

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Originally Posted by RevC

clutches are a PIA take it from me, get it done from a shop, if you dont align it right or dont have the flywheel surfaced 100 percent, youre going to get bad vibrations.

That's why you need to buy the clutch alignment tool

Bme30 · 04-25-2012, 09:02 PM

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SouthfloridaE92 · 04-25-2012, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Alfred

Quote:

Originally Posted by SouthfloridaE92

Jesus lol, what kind of ratchet, do you remember? And I'm nervous about doing it but its worth saving the money honestly..

Nothing special. Just a flexible ratchet such as this one http://www.shopping.com/craftsman-cr...p-ratchet/info. Just make sure that you find one with the head as small as possible.

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Originally Posted by RevC

clutches are a PIA take it from me, get it done from a shop, if you dont align it right or dont have the flywheel surfaced 100 percent, youre going to get bad vibrations.

That's why you need to buy the clutch alignment tool

Then the allignment tool makes everything easier huh ?

bigdnno98 · 04-26-2012, 11:56 AM

My shop quoted me at $1k installed for an ACT street.

marv85 · 04-26-2012, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by bigdnno98

My shop quoted me at $1k installed for an ACT street.

That is a lot money. My dealership quoted me 900$

16M4 · 04-26-2012, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by SouthfloridaE92

Then the allignment tool makes everything easier huh ?

Not everything...

Not to be an a$$, but it sounds like you may need to pay someone or do it with someone who knows what he's doing. Keep in mind, this is not an easy job for someone that's not mechanically inclined. Also, this is a two people job (when installing and uninstalling the transmission)

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marv85 Colonel 70 Rep 2,626 Posts Drives: '07 E92 335i MT Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (7)	and since your'e down there why not change transmission fluid. I went with Redline D4 ATF after having tried OEM and royal purple max. Shifting never felt better. __________________ '18 F80 M3 Comp 6MT - Stock '07 E92 335i 6MT- HP650, inlets/outlets, ER FMIC, VRSF CP, LPFP stg2, CSF rad, 'is Aux rad, ER OC, Ohlins, M control arms, eibach front sway bar. '05 C55 AMG SOLD - '22 Tesla M3P \| '10 E92 335i M, 6MT \| '07 E90 335i, PTF COBB E50, FBO, HFS4
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