Albtrossca Posted April 16, 2022 Share Posted April 16, 2022 Are there any specs for clutch plate wear available for early 30s Studes? Mine looks a bit worn but I think will still function but I would figure there should be a go/no go thickness for them? Specifically it's for a 34 Dictator. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFranklin Posted April 16, 2022 Share Posted April 16, 2022 Go or no-go is how it works. If you are worried then look for a replacement or rebuild. I always judge by the depth of the rivet counterbore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albtrossca Posted April 18, 2022 Author Share Posted April 18, 2022 On 4/16/2022 at 12:21 PM, JFranklin said: Go or no-go is how it works. If you are worried then look for a replacement or rebuild. I always judge by the depth of the rivet counterbore. I'd got.050" until rivet contact on each side. How much approximately is on a new clutch? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFranklin Posted April 19, 2022 Share Posted April 19, 2022 Can you measure a new disc? It doesn't have to be any specific make to make a comparison. Your clutch disc will last quite a long time depending on how it is used. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albtrossca Posted April 19, 2022 Author Share Posted April 19, 2022 I don't have a clutch to measure. I'll ask some people while at the Nationals in a couple of weeks and see what info I can gather. If I can find a new clutch I'll buy it regardless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFranklin Posted April 19, 2022 Share Posted April 19, 2022 (edited) I'll measure one I have and post. Nag me if I forget! Here is a company that does many makes of clutch. https://fortwayneclutch.com Edited April 19, 2022 by JFranklin (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFranklin Posted April 19, 2022 Share Posted April 19, 2022 I measure .062-.065 on a new made in USA Model A Ford disc. It looks just about like yours. The same disc I have was common to many different cars and tractors. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albtrossca Posted April 20, 2022 Author Share Posted April 20, 2022 Thanks for checking. I'm not far off your new clutch measurement then. I'd call it used but not worn out. Gives me a little more confidence to put it in and look for a new one for the future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albtrossca Posted April 20, 2022 Author Share Posted April 20, 2022 On 4/19/2022 at 1:42 AM, JFranklin said: I'll measure one I have and post. Nag me if I forget! Here is a company that does many makes of clutch. https://fortwayneclutch.com I was on their site last night for universal joints for my 34. Thanks. Might be a real expensive order from them. LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFranklin Posted April 20, 2022 Share Posted April 20, 2022 A clutch will last a long time if used properly. Slipping it on hills, riding it, burn-outs, & etc. can shorten the life up to 100%. I see YouTube videos of new Corvettes with owners killing the clutch in one attempt at a burn-out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
studerex Posted April 20, 2022 Share Posted April 20, 2022 That disc looks ok. But if you are concerned you can have it rebuilt at https://www.southbendclutch.com/ when you are here for the national meet. They usually take one day to rebuild and have done dozens for me. About 5 miles from fairgrounds. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albtrossca Posted April 22, 2022 Author Share Posted April 22, 2022 Thanks Rex! I think I will continue to use it. Judging by the measurements of mine comparing to new assuming JFranklins numbers are the same as a new one for my Stude it is less than 1/2 used. See you in South Bend! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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