Is it time for me to get a new clutch?

majvegita · 08-13-2007, 03:30 PM

Hey guys, I just installed my new skunk2 exhaust this past Tuesday on my 06 civic si. now yesterday I reved my engine in neutral and then shifted it into 3rd but instead of pulling up hard the car was slow to respond as if I shifted to a high gear. Then I noticed the "smell"!!! Apparently I burned my clutch but not completely the car still shifts fine so it’s still good I just don’t know for how long. I’ve had the car since last august with no problems.

Now this was the first time this has happened but imp just wondering if this is a sign that I need to buy a performance clutch like a stage 2 or should I just not worry about it.

What do you guys think???

Also for those of you who have bought a stage 2 clutch or just an upgrade, what clutch/company would you guys recommend???

06Fg2 · 08-13-2007, 03:39 PM

I don't think you need a new clutch. The stock clutch is very forgiving with those kinda things. Just don't do it very often

. One great way to check is go get on the highway, put your car in 6th gear, and then push the pedal to the floor. If the revs shoot up really fast, your clutch is gone, but I HIGHLY doubt your clutch is done. Hope this helps.

bokeh · 08-13-2007, 05:49 PM

If that's the first time u smelled clutch I doubt u have to get a new clutch... But it sounds like u want one anyways so go ahead...

rmfa · 08-13-2007, 06:39 PM

I put my car in reverse yesterday and grinded a little. Do I need a new transmission?

Agnt004 · 08-13-2007, 06:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rmfa

I put my car in reverse yesterday and grinded a little. Do I need a new transmission?

No, but don't put the car into reverse unless you are completely stopped!

08-13-2007, 03:30 PM	#1 (permalink)
majvegita Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 11 iTrader: 0 / 0%	Is it time for me to get a new clutch? Hey guys, I just installed my new skunk2 exhaust this past Tuesday on my 06 civic si. now yesterday I reved my engine in neutral and then shifted it into 3rd but instead of pulling up hard the car was slow to respond as if I shifted to a high gear. Then I noticed the "smell"!!! Apparently I burned my clutch but not completely the car still shifts fine so it’s still good I just don’t know for how long. I’ve had the car since last august with no problems. Now this was the first time this has happened but imp just wondering if this is a sign that I need to buy a performance clutch like a stage 2 or should I just not worry about it. What do you guys think??? Also for those of you who have bought a stage 2 clutch or just an upgrade, what clutch/company would you guys recommend???

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08-13-2007, 03:39 PM	#2 (permalink)
06Fg2 Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: West Chester, PA Age: 21 Posts: 2,770 FG Squad Member #15 iTrader: 22 / 96%	I don't think you need a new clutch. The stock clutch is very forgiving with those kinda things. Just don't do it very often . One great way to check is go get on the highway, put your car in 6th gear, and then push the pedal to the floor. If the revs shoot up really fast, your clutch is gone, but I HIGHLY doubt your clutch is done. Hope this helps.

08-13-2007, 05:49 PM	#3 (permalink)
bokeh Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Greensboro Posts: 209 Joe Woo iTrader: 0 / 0%	If that's the first time u smelled clutch I doubt u have to get a new clutch... But it sounds like u want one anyways so go ahead...

08-13-2007, 06:39 PM	#4 (permalink)
rmfa Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Austin, TX Age: 27 Posts: 3,512 Ronnie iTrader: 2 / 100%	I put my car in reverse yesterday and grinded a little. Do I need a new transmission?