3S-GE Beams Clutch Questions Options

[G4Frost]

I have a 3SGE Beams in my SS-III that I presume has the stock JDM clutch in it

My clutch feels like its on its last legs its not slipping in everyday use but if I do put my foot down it doesn't slip but it does stink like burnt clutch sometimes and it releases and grabs right at the very top of the clutch pedal pedal. So what I was wondering if when I do have to replace it if you have any recommendations of what clutch kit to get (as long as it can take a hammering) and whether you think its possible to do in the garage myself or if I should take it into a shop.

and if it is worth getting a clutch kit with a new flywheel and the whole shibang or just get a stock clutch disc and if there are any guides on how to do it as I have never replaced a clutch before.

[Rusty]

Nice to see another NZ'er

There is this site here which shows the process on an SS-III, I followed this while doing my SS-II's flywheel & clutch, though it is a pain reinstalling with the subframe. The toyota way is to remove the extractors to give you a bit more room.

http://burialc2.oboroduki.com/clutch/index.html


Options I know are easy to source in NZ
Toyota replacement, TRD disk & cover (I think they're both still available) Exedy, have a look on fortyone if any others. As said above stay away from cheap ebay/trademe ones. Watch that you get the right clutch for your transmission. As some will list is as a '3S-GE superstrut celica clutch' which is suited to the SS-II superstrut with the E56 not the S54 transmission.

Other things
Lightweight flywheel, brands as others have said or Jun lighweight, you could go for the superlight weight if you'd like? Just make sure you buy new flywheel bolts from Toyota when replacing or resurfacing your stock one.
A good time to replace your rear crank seal while you're there.
New throw out bearing from Toyota, remember to grease the fork pivot points to ensure a quiet clutch.
Check all mounts, replace with toyota or solid poly
Check CV boots inner & outer
New gearbox fluid or replace with current fluid?
clutch fluid
labelled bags & a camera so you know where nuts and bolts come from

Tools, something like this to support your engine while the transmission & mounts are out. http://www.trademe.co.nz/business-farming-...-1018510035.htm


Just a note aswell our 'drivers side' is on a different side to other members on here