Clutch Release Bearing

[Guest daveb666]

I currently have a 2.0 silvertop mated to an MT75 box which uses:

 

Lightened 2.0 Clutch

2.0 Clutch plate

Release bearing with a spacer

 

This weekend I'm replacing it with:

 

1.8 aftermarket blacktop flywheel

Pinto Clutch / Pressure Plate

 

....so my query is what release bearing (if any) do I need to replace mine with?

 

My new flywheel is obviously noticeably shallower than the 2.0 one it replaces, hence the need for the pinto clutch etc.

 

In my mind that means the release bearing will be the same as both pressure plates will end up a similar distance from the release bearing..

 

but I'd be grateful if someone can confirm my thoughts

[knights_templar]

check height of diaphragm fingers to back of engine when pressure plate is are bolted to flywheel

 

if approx the same you should be correct

[tractor]

if you are using the pinto pressure plate on the 1.8 zetec flywheel then it will need re drilling to fit. the standard pinto release bearing can be used . I have used the 1.8 zetec flywheel and clutch with a mk 1 capri release bearing I did it this way to avoid drilling pressure plate and 1.8 zetec clutch is cheaper and readily available at euro car parts I am using the type 9 gearbox I think it is the same for the mt75

Edited June 20, 2014 by tractor

[Guest daveb666]

Hi mate, thanks for replying.

 

Although I noted 1.8 blacktop flywheel, the flywheel itself is actually made by Ginetta for their race-cars so is already suited for the pinto clutch - so no re-drilling required.