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  1. Countachqv

    Countachqv Formula 3

    Apr 25, 2007
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    #1 Countachqv, Sep 5, 2025 at 7:49 PM
    My clutch has been sticking more and more. To a point where I just could not unstuck it. I think it is not worn but time and organic OEM material seem to cause that issue.

    So the dreaded time of clutch replacement has come.
    Will use a Kevlar/carbon per mechanic recommendation. Not OEM.
    I will also have a lighter smaller starter installed. will save the OEM. OEM seemed to have issues when starting hot after 15mn engine off. Needed to cool for 30mn more. Always been an issue. fixed it once by rebuild but issue crept up again after a few years.

    Will have the entire steering looked at and refreshed as needed.

    My question to you guys is as the engine will come out, what would you guys recommend I get replaced "while in there". What typically are the weak points to address other than the typical hoses?
    Thinking may be gaskets?
     
  2. EarlyCat

    EarlyCat Moderator
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    #2 EarlyCat, Sep 5, 2025 at 8:55 PM
    Yes replace hoses, oil lines, fuel lines, motor mounts. Fuel filter. Might consider boiling out the radiators. There is a gear reduction starter, has anyone tried it? https://www.ebay.com/itm/167483988505?_skw=countach+starter&itmmeta=01K4EBJTQ8555XTHDTMSF5QZDG&hash=item26fed2da19:g:Cd8AAeSw7NRoEOVO&itmprp=enc:AQAKAAAA8FkggFvd1GGDu0w3yXCmi1d4bJszxNUcfN4KeUcTQZMMZ37DNLZ+po79Do+xcJ/AmrN+kaadRtQDkFRm+Sr+diG1Dac7tiWV3fyj/K9v8k4zyUlauMRUKZhCBSbXRvrI1LfGi88zZjiZ7mqFDIYwRjNN8KK5iyq5Y+sobvviV59sEaq1/D304FAdi8vEjIYp6KCscCUwRrFV9Ekj+ZPxOXnkxD6jfLltFuS1W4TtcdOOyKwG2AihEtqJ8g6k1ei6/xSiLT5IKQDPZaZD80tAKmf3WT/GhDjHqgxBX8iARyyxW2ATqjmGdLvQNO4sUCPaNw==|tkp:BFBM5KvLy6Nm

    Are you using the factory heat shield on the starter? Mine looks like it is made out of asbestos.
    Also I don't know if the timing chain tensioners have to be manually tightened, valve clearance, maybe rebuild the water pump, address any leaks.
     
  3. Rossocorsa1

    Rossocorsa1 F1 Veteran

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    #3 Rossocorsa1, Sep 6, 2025 at 7:56 AM
    I would agree with this list. I personally only focus on OEM parts, even if inferior because I’m a purist, but I would understand if you choose some other options. Curious who will be doing your work?
     
  4. Countachqv

    Countachqv Formula 3

    Apr 25, 2007
    2,352
    USA/France
    #4 Countachqv, Sep 6, 2025 at 6:07 PM
    I dont recall having the heat shield. I’ll check. car is at the shop. but thks for the heads up on what to look for.
    Car has been really good to me but it is time to refresh.
    I decided to go local to the Paddock in new Britain. They have done lambos, Ferraris including some custom racing Fs.
    they currently have a murci to convert from egear to manual with engine out.
    Roger for Classic car and former F1 employee is working there.
    I agree to oem but some mechanical are just not very reliable if you drive the car.
    I may save the old clutch if it can be refurbished.
    I will meet with them monday to go over the work and i ll show that starter from eBay. they said they have a direct replace, smaller lighter and better.
    I feel confident in the shop, I know the guys and they are 20mn from me so that is a plus. I will be able to monitor the work and be on site on notice.
    the engine in and out will be a 40h job. the clutch kit is a bit over 10k
     

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