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Shuddering on take off!!

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njr777
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2012/06/28 18:07:16 (permalink)
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Shuddering on take off!!

Hi all.

Just replaced my gearbox and clutch on my SMT MR-S 2000 mdl. Everything is working great, shifter etc but when I take off in first or reverse the car bunny hops violently until it gets speed up then it smooths out???

Any idea guys and gals??

Please help :)

Thanks

N

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    Fab4mr2
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    Re:Shuddering on take off!! 2012/07/01 05:10:58 (permalink)
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    What sort of clutch did you put in it?

    So long, and thanks for all the fish!
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    njr777
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    Re:Shuddering on take off!! 2012/07/01 13:30:46 (permalink)
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    Hi mate.

    I put standard exedy clutch kit.

    What u thinking??

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    Re:Shuddering on take off!! 2012/07/01 13:58:38 (permalink)
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    I was thinking that you may have switched over to a puck/carbon type clutch, which can occasionally have such an effect because they are so grippy. Not sure if all organic Exedy's have the same traits, but the Stage I heavy duty Exedy on my SC is also very grippy, and doesn't allow for virtually any slip as it engages. I have to make sure that I keep the revs up a little when cold to avoid issues. It gets better as the engine warms up. It also helps to make sure the low rpm/idle system is operating at peak efficiency, or else it can add to the shudder. A well tuned car in these cases makes a big difference. Additionally, I have stiffer than stock engine mounts, plus the whole intercooler setup on mine reduces engine rocking, and those items combined add up to a greater possibility of 1st gear shudder with a grippy type clutch, as it prevents the engine from rocking as the clutch tries to engage, otherwise absorbing some of the shock.

    So long, and thanks for all the fish!
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