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YOUR RESEARCHDropping trans & replacing IMS, what else should I do?
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Dropping trans & replacing IMS, what else should I do?
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Dropping trans & replacing IMS, what else should I do?
Replace clutch and flywheel while in there
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Do I NEED to replace the clutch and flywheel while in there?
Dropping trans & replacing IMS, what else should I do?
Replace clutch, flywheel (dual mass), and throw out bearing
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If I were doing this, replace clutch, flywheel (dual mass), and throw out bearing with the upgraded release arm.
Dropping trans & replacing IMS, what else should I do?
Replace i it is expensive, not an everyday disposable item
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If your clutch is fine, why replace i It is expensive, not an everyday disposable item...
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I'm planning within the next month or two to drop my trans (carrera 4) and replacing my IMS and my RMS.
What else should I do while I'm in there?
Trans mount?
Flush or replace the slave cylinder?
Thanks for this! I've already replaced my AOS with a UAOS.
One big question I have... Do I NEED to replace the clutch and flywheel while in there?
I don't love doing jobs more than once. BUT, dropping the trans I don't think will be an overly difficult job and my clutch feels perfectly fine as is...
Others with more experience in motor-out WYITs will chime in, but I would add:
• Motor Mounts X Trans Mount (at 44k mi I saw a great improvement replacing my originals)
• Alternator
• Battery Y-cable,
• Tensioners
• Chains
• Check all pulleys
• Oil Cooler
• Fuel Injectors
If you don't mind re-doing labor at some point in the future, simply re-use the clutch and flywheel. If you are re-work averse - then replace them. It is really that simple.
-Tom
2003 C2
If I were doing this, replace clutch, flywheel (dual mass), and throw out bearing with the upgraded release arm. While you are in there. New IMSB (are you going to do the Solution?) and RMS.
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