Here’s how I changed out the clutch, pressure plate and flywheel, and adjusted the crank end play on my 1974 914. More info and a link to the engine yoke below…
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Ideally, I would’ve balanced all rotating parts with the new flywheel, but that would require a total teardown of the engine, and this being just a mid-rpm street car, I don’t think any imbalance in the flywheel will be meaningful. Fingers crossed!
Please keep in mind that I’m not a professional mechanic and no video can replace proper experience. Don’t attempt this work if you’re not confident in your abilities. As always, be safe and enjoy!
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I'm on my third pressure plate, third flywheel, and second disk in my EV 914. I foolishly tried to avoid buying a stage III kit and used stock vw bug parts that I had (my motor adaptor is from a bug). I burned up the stock pressure plate and my first flywheel in a week of driving; then I tried a stage II kit from ebay, that lasted about 3 weeks. Then I finally got the memo and bought a 2600 lb Kennedy pressure plate, an nos flywheel, and I re-used the 4 puck disk. Problem solved, after four motor and transmission pulls of course (the first one was to see what kind of clutch I would need, Porsche or VW).
Great video !
Your end-play shim instruction was excellent. Thank You
Your videos are awesome! It's like watching porn for cars. 🙂
I have done a few of these transaxles but many many years ago – thanks for the memories
i like all your videos will use them all. where did you get your yolk and engine stand combo
My brother and I are starting to restore a '73 914. Thanks for the videos!