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jeff_man 06-08-2010 08:39 PM

Clutch switch override
 
have 1 override plate that came with my lvl clutch but 2 cars, can i just unplug the clutch switch and jumper the wires together to bypass the clutch starter switch?

Joe Perez 06-08-2010 08:52 PM

Yes.

thirdgen 06-08-2010 09:07 PM

I just got an FM clutch kit and I got this same part. What is even the benefit of it?

rbluemx6 06-08-2010 09:08 PM

Start car without depressing the clutch pedal. And according to FM to reduce stress on thrust bearing while starting a cold engine with no oil pressure.

I just used a wire for mine. I am going to use the switch for my aux rev limiter when I install my TECII.

Joe Perez 06-08-2010 09:11 PM


Originally Posted by thirdgen (Post 585459)
I just got an FM clutch kit and I got this same part. What is even the benefit of it?

When you depress the clutch, you are placing an axial load on the crankshaft thrust bearing. The theory is that due to the increased force necessary to operate the Stage 2 clutch, placing this load on the bearing at a time when there is zero oil pressure in the system can lead to accelerated wear.

I did the mod to my cars simply because I find it annoying to have to press the clutch when I start the engine.

Cococarbine3 06-08-2010 09:33 PM

100,000 miles with OEM clutch and 40,000 miles with an Exedy, and my thrust bearings had no wear at all. YMMV

chpmnsws6 06-08-2010 10:00 PM

The clutch pedal on my 90' has two switches IIRC. The one with the larger wires mounted up higher was for the starter. The other one is for cruise (or now my Harlan 2 step).

jeff_man 06-08-2010 10:02 PM

ya i'm going to put the clip from fm on my dd and cut the switch out of my track car and sadder the wires together.

boileralum 06-08-2010 11:07 PM


Originally Posted by jeff_man (Post 585494)
ya i'm going to put the clip from fm on my dd and cut the switch out of my track car and sadder the wires together.

Maybe you should happier them instead?

jeff_man 06-08-2010 11:39 PM


Originally Posted by boileralum (Post 585532)
Maybe you should happier them instead?

no i think i may go with madder :vash:


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