Thread: Need Opinion on Cenerforce clutch counterweights
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Old 07-24-2007, 02:01 PM
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The weights are there to provide additional clamping force and aid in lock up. The centrifical force generated by the spinning weights allows for (in theory) a lighter spring and for a lighter pedal at lower rpms. Sometimes the results are questionable. Without the weights the designed in clamping force cannot be created, and slipping may result, hence the previously mentioned "Warning". I personally thing a stiffer pedal is just the price you pay for a stronger clutch. No need to reinvent the wheel.
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