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tmorgan4

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  1. I was just on the Exedy website which is the OEM clutch for our Nissans. I should compare some part numbers to other models and see if they match up. Suprisingly, they had a seperate part # for 96-99, 2000, 2001, and 2002+ if I remember correctly. All the other manufactures have listed all these years as the same part number. The guide also says "performance options available" but doesn't list them. I figure if the stock clutches are Exedy and work well, a performance Exedy might be something to look into. :takebow:

  2. After doing a little bit more research, I'm a bit hesistant to get a Centerforce. I looked at quite a few import boards with guys running much more HP than I ever will, but they all complained they they either fell apart of slip; not quite what I'm looking for. Are there any other performance options?

  3. Thanks for the responses. I just visited the dealer and another shop around here and both quoted $840 for labor. :oops: I was looking at the Centerforce since it's made for off-road vehicles and is built to put up with larger tires and the stress these things put up with. I'm planning on 33's in the future, and I'm not sure how long the OEM clutches last when under lots of abuse.

     

    Both the dealer and shop told me to be careful when using the Centerforce since if it is installed and falls apart $100 down the road, I get to pay another $900 to install the new one. The OEM carries a 1 year/12000 warranty.

     

    Once I figure in machining the flywheel, it looks like it'll be about $1300-1400 depending on whether I use OEM or CF parts.

     

    I've heard the CF I and II are crap, but anyone have any experience with any CF clutches?

     

    Thanks!

     

    OR: Are you sure it was only 5 hours of work? The dealer said it's an 11 hour job. :beer:

  4. After listening to the throwout bearing making more and more noise everyday I drive the car I've decided it's time to get it fixed. I'm most likely going with a Centerforce Dual-Friction setup, and want to know what else should be replaced while the shop is in there. I won't be doing the work, so I need some opinions on what to let the shop know to replace. I'm not sure whether the Centerforce kit includes a new throwout bearing and other misc. parts.

     

    Would you reccomend using OEM parts for everything besides the clutch setup? I've considered using all OEM parts, but planning on larger tires and such leads me to want the Centerforce. I read about the older Pathfinders needing the rear seal replaced, not sure whether it's necessary on the R50. I'll have the flywheel machined when it's off unless I find an aftermarket one. I'll likely be supplying all the parts, so I'd like to have EVERYTHING I need to bring to the shop. If anyone has a list it would be awesome!

     

    How many hours should I expect the shop to charge me for?

     

    Any help is greatly appreciated! :bow:

     

    Tyler

  5. Dan I didn't realize you had a set. After thinking about it a little bit more seriously, I can't see any reason why they wouldn't fit my 2000. It's only listed 96-99 but I don't think they changed anything in that area into the 2000+ models. Also, these keep BOTH existing cats, correct?

  6. Now that the topic has been brought back up, are any of the products you've used found at a place like Home Depot? My dealer didn't have any idea what I was talking about and looked at me like an idiot. :laugh: Sounds like a few people used normal silicone so I'll need to try that if I can't find anything else.

  7. The only people I'm aware of that have new rear bumpers are Keith (system-f) and another guy on the board that I can't think of his name. I emailed the company about a month ago (CBI Offroad) to see if they'd make another one like it. I also wanted a swing-out tire carrier which they said could be done. Unfortunatly it's not mine. :P

     

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  8. Looks like I really need to get working on this. There are quite a few people interested, definitely way more than I had initially expected. :bow: I know quite a people have wondered if they could get their own dimensions and build it themselves which I do respect, but it would be easier and more cost effective to have one person produce and sell all of them. I'll try and make some progress this week and try to get a hold of Keith. It's been almost 3 weeks since he's responded.... :furious:

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