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6557 Walzem Road San Antonio, Texas 78239 Call 210-239-1600
 
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What Could Be The Cause Of My Clutch Chatter?


Clutch Chatter Problems Can Be Caused By Many Problems.

Possible Causes May Be As Follows:

  • Flywheel Has Excessive Run-Out.
  • Flywheel Was Not Resurfaced Before The New Clutch Was Installed.
  • Flywheel Was Resurfaced Improperly Or Has Improper Surface Finish.
  • Flywheel Has Severe Hard Spots Or Hot Spots.
  • Flywheel Resurfaced Improperly (I.E. Incorrect Flywheel Step).
  • Damaged Or Excessively Worn Cv Joints.
  • Bad U-Joints In Drive Shaft Or U-Joints Misaligned.
  • Excessive Backlash In Differential.
  • Excessive Drive-Line Angle.
  • Bad Leaf Springs, Bushings Or Mounts.
  • Improper Gear Ratio Versus Tire Diameter.
  • Defective Pressure Plate And/Or Disc.
  • Disc Has Inadequate Or No Marcel (Not Enough Cushion Between The Friction Facings).
  • Oil Or Grease Contamination On Clutch Facings.
  • Worn Or Damaged Clutch Linkage.
  • Bent Cover Assembly And/Or Disc .
  • Improperly Tuned Engine.
  • Worn Or Damaged Engine Mounts Or Transmission Mounts