Re: [HSS] Single/Multi plate Clutch Differences

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The older multiplate would be more expensive to build, do you have the

original gearbox and clutch etc for the 26? if so, I would be fitting that

and

leave the 29 Trans with the 29 engine.

John.

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From: <Hudson29@aol.com>

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Sent: Monday, January 01, 2001 1:16 PM

Subject: [HSS] Single/Multi plate Clutch Differences





> My '26 Super Six Coupe came with a '29 F-Head motor when I bought it.

I

> did not know until this week what clutch was in it. By the simple process

of

> disassembly, the clutch proved to be a '29 single plate unit that was

missing

> a dozen corks and worn down to metal in a couple of areas. Now the car is

to

> receive it's proper sidevalve engine, maybe it should also have the old

> multiplate clutch.

> What are the differences between the single and multiplate clutch

> installations? I know that the flywheels and clutch assembly are

different,

> but how about the transmission, throwout and clutch cover bearings? Can I

> convert the assembly back by just using the older flywheel and multiplate

> clutch "pack?"

> Does anybody know why Hudson made the change? Was there a problem with

> the old clutch, or was it just more expensive to make?

>

>

>

> Paul O'Neil, Hudson29@aol.com

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