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Originally Posted by sarguy01
Okay, then it seems as if I need change the wording in my original post. I wasn't suggesting a constant slip when engaged.
I don't think a negligible amount of slip, under certain conditions, when the clutch is fully engaged always means there is something wrong. OEM clutches are made to transfer torque, but also to last, be quiet, not vibrate, etc so there are going to be trade off's in holding capacity.
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Your statement below definitely suggests that the clutch is always slipping. As to the above, a negligible amount of slip means the clutch is going out and needs to be replaced. While the clutch is engaged to the flywheel, there should be absolutely zero slip. Even a small amount while constantly engaged will overheat the disk causing it to fail.
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Technically, there is always a slight amount of slip, at all times, since there is only a friction connection between the flywheel and clutch disk. But, we won't get into that since that amount of slip is probably less than 1%.
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The statement below is spot on. Slippage will cause the clutch, pressure plate and flywheel to overheat. As with many things in life, overheating will ensure a much shortened life.
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BS. It's zero.
A properly working clutch allows zero slippage while engaged. None.
Locked in a 1:1 ratio.
Real world: 1% slippage would be a huge problem for a clutch.
Sorry, you have misinformation and I felt an overwhelming need to educate.
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