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Old 10-25-2006 | 08:06 AM
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Clutch slip

My clutch just started to slip yesterday. It's got 107k miles on it. It only slips in 6th gear when trying to pass. Is this normal? And how long can I expect the clutch to last?
Old 10-25-2006 | 11:13 AM
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Yep, it's on it's way out, just like mine. It will last for some time, but you will notice it slipping more and more, starting with the higher gears on hills, towing, passing, etc. Start saving your $ if you haven't already done so.
Old 10-25-2006 | 11:35 AM
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Just Curious, what level have you been running the BD Torque Dog on?

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Old 10-25-2006 | 12:05 PM
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I've been running it on the highest level. Guess I'll be turning it down to level 2. So it's not strange that it only slips in 6th gear? I thought it would slip through the rest of the gears as well... What does a clutch cost?? And what would a good upgrade be?
Old 10-25-2006 | 12:13 PM
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Usually clutches start slipping while in the higher gears.
Not sure on cost due to the variety of clutches out there but I hear good things from both South Bend Clutch and ValAir. I would contact both for recommendations.

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Old 10-25-2006 | 02:30 PM
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How much HP/torque does the BD Torque Dog add?
Old 10-25-2006 | 02:47 PM
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90hp/190ft/lb.
Old 10-25-2006 | 03:31 PM
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How many miles with the BD?
Old 10-25-2006 | 03:57 PM
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I bought the truck at 103k. I don't know if the guy before me ran one or not, but I have run it for a little over 1500 miles with the BD.
Old 10-25-2006 | 04:30 PM
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heck, i ruined my clutch at 24k miles. you got over 100? you're doing good. with the additional power, and larger diameter tires, your clutch's life is going to be short lived.

i have contacted south bend and told them my mods, truck usage, and eventual power desires and they suggested the con ofe.
Old 10-25-2006 | 04:43 PM
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I emailed South Bend this morning and no response yet. How much did you pay for that clutch Dodgezilla?
Old 10-25-2006 | 04:52 PM
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i dont have it ordered yet. waiting for the wife to forget about my unannounced wheel, tire, and turbo purchase. I have a contact with a good price on it, I'll pm you with it.
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FYI - roses are well known to cause amnesia in our better halves...
Old 10-25-2006 | 05:07 PM
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with my luck, she would mention how much the roses cost and that they'll just die anyway. thanks for the attempt at good advice though.
Old 10-25-2006 | 05:09 PM
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Is there anything else I should replace while I'm under there??


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