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asmith331 · 11-19-2022, 07:00 PM

Sorry for jacking this thread but I just had a twin disc centerforce clutch kit installed with a factory gm throw out/slave as well. Got it back and immediately got a p0300 code and have a decent amount of vibration around 1500 rpm and more significantly in 4th gear at the same to
Reputable shop installed this kit. I cleared the code with my sct x4 scanner and went through the exhaust system to seal any leaks that maybe causing odd vibrations in the system. Main question is can a twin clutch shudder/chatter under load at low rpm or is this a different issue? None of these problems occurred before the clutch install. My car has full bolt ons and total valve train replacement to go with the btr stage 3 na cam and head install I did 2500 miles previous last year. Thanks in advance!

asmith331 · 11-19-2022, 07:02 PM

4th gear at the same rpm (1500) significant vibration

fz4k98 · 11-20-2022, 08:18 AM

I had a vibration issue on a mcleod twin disk. Finally had to swap it out as the vibration was too annoying. The car has had 4 clutches now and the mcleod was the only one with the vibration. Somehow mcleod decided it wasn't their clutch causing the vibration?

FasNuf · 11-20-2022, 09:15 AM

Below is my video, yes again, of what I had to do to get it ready for install. McLeod specifically says in their instructions that resurfacing the flywheel and balancing the assembly is recommended.

I've had zero issues with vibration, chatter or shudder up to redline since installed and can even feather out the clutch while idling. I have the OE slave with a remote bleeder.
I think this may be the issues with some peoples setup. Yes, it is unfortunate that McLeod clutches needs this extra work on the consumer end, but then again their clutches are less expensive than some.

https://youtu.be/EbmA6-BloP4

Here is a clip from McLeod's instructions...

Powerpack Twin Disc Clutch Installation Instructions
All assemblies should be balanced to the flywheel you are replacing. Twin-Disc Powerpack assemblies are not pre-balanced from the factory. Allow 1200 shift cycles break-in period before hard driving.
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fz4k98 · 11-21-2022, 07:45 AM

In my case everything was purchased new including the flywheel, already balanced. I'm not saying all mcleod clutches vibrate but mine did. Stock clutch, no vibration. Mantic, no vibration but only lasted 5k miles. Spec no vibration.

FasNuf · 11-21-2022, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by fz4k98

In my case everything was purchased new including the flywheel, already balanced. I'm not saying all mcleod clutches vibrate but mine did. Stock clutch, no vibration. Mantic, no vibration but only lasted 5k miles. Spec no vibration.

My flywheel was new and still needed ground level. Surprised for sure.

11-19-2022, 07:00 PM	#29
asmith331 Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: Harrisonburg, VA Posts: 2	Centerforce twin disc clutch chatter Sorry for jacking this thread but I just had a twin disc centerforce clutch kit installed with a factory gm throw out/slave as well. Got it back and immediately got a p0300 code and have a decent amount of vibration around 1500 rpm and more significantly in 4th gear at the same to Reputable shop installed this kit. I cleared the code with my sct x4 scanner and went through the exhaust system to seal any leaks that maybe causing odd vibrations in the system. Main question is can a twin clutch shudder/chatter under load at low rpm or is this a different issue? None of these problems occurred before the clutch install. My car has full bolt ons and total valve train replacement to go with the btr stage 3 na cam and head install I did 2500 miles previous last year. Thanks in advance!

11-20-2022, 09:15 AM	#32
FasNuf Drives: 2014 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Oregon Posts: 1,609 View My Garage	Below is my video, yes again, of what I had to do to get it ready for install. McLeod specifically says in their instructions that resurfacing the flywheel and balancing the assembly is recommended. I've had zero issues with vibration, chatter or shudder up to redline since installed and can even feather out the clutch while idling. I have the OE slave with a remote bleeder. I think this may be the issues with some peoples setup. Yes, it is unfortunate that McLeod clutches needs this extra work on the consumer end, but then again their clutches are less expensive than some. https://youtu.be/EbmA6-BloP4 Here is a clip from McLeod's instructions... Powerpack Twin Disc Clutch Installation Instructions All assemblies should be balanced to the flywheel you are replacing. Twin-Disc Powerpack assemblies are not pre-balanced from the factory. Allow 1200 shift cycles break-in period before hard driving. . . . . . . . . . . __________________ . . . . https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgN...etl17hA/videos Last edited by FasNuf; 11-20-2022 at 09:27 AM.

11-19-2022, 07:02 PM	#30
asmith331 Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: Harrisonburg, VA Posts: 2	4th gear at the same rpm (1500) significant vibration

11-20-2022, 08:18 AM	#31
fz4k98 Drives: 2013 1ss Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: WI. Posts: 518	I had a vibration issue on a mcleod twin disk. Finally had to swap it out as the vibration was too annoying. The car has had 4 clutches now and the mcleod was the only one with the vibration. Somehow mcleod decided it wasn't their clutch causing the vibration?

11-21-2022, 07:45 AM	#33
fz4k98 Drives: 2013 1ss Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: WI. Posts: 518	In my case everything was purchased new including the flywheel, already balanced. I'm not saying all mcleod clutches vibrate but mine did. Stock clutch, no vibration. Mantic, no vibration but only lasted 5k miles. Spec no vibration.