Checking Clutch Disc Size and Wear - IDI Engine - VWDiesel.net The IDI, TDI, and mTDI source.

• Checking Clutch Disc Size and Wear by ORCoaster on 27 Aug, 2012 21:19
• The last several days I have been zipping back and forth here in Portland where there is a sizeable hill climb up US 26 to get to my sons new place.  When the car is behaving itself I get right up it.  But every so often, more when the car is hot, that I get the clutch slip under hard power situation.  Is there an inspection plate on the bottom of these 81 Rabbits I can't see? 
  
  What size clutch goes in these bad boys?  I looked up on AutohausAZ and get this
  
  
     
  Fichtel-Sachs OEM
  Clutch Kit; 200mm Diameter x 13/16 ID with 24 Teeth
  Please verify original clutch diameter is 200mm, variations exist. 1 kit per car. Limited availability.
  
  OK other than pulling it out to check it how can this be done while still you drive the car till the parts come in? 
  
  I might check at Halsey Auto for price but this one was right at 90 smackers. 
  
  Any hints here?  DAS
• #1 by rs899 on 28 Aug, 2012 05:51
• There is no way to visually inspect it as the flywheel completely wraps around it.  That looks like th ecorrect clutch  kit for your ride.
• #2 by Dakotakid on 28 Aug, 2012 06:59
• Any hint?
  Yes, roll up your sleeves and replace the rear crank seal while you are there.
• #3 by ORCoaster on 28 Aug, 2012 08:47
• Does Rear Crank Seal need special puller?  Or does a hooked pick work to wiggle it out? 
• #4 by rs899 on 28 Aug, 2012 08:59
• Best to just unbolt its carrier from the block.  Six bolts or so- then you will be sure to get it seated properly
• #5 by ORCoaster on 28 Aug, 2012 11:30
• Thanks will peek at the Bentley when I get next to it again.
• #6 by bbob203 on 28 Aug, 2012 12:51
• rear crank seal does not sit flush with outer face of carrier the bottom end of seal sits slightly further in the carrier.
• #7 by RustyCaddy on 29 Aug, 2012 02:07
• This integrated carrier seal is made for TDI's but fits IDI's
  
  http://www.mjmautohaus.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=2_13_74_635_3888&info=OEM_VAG_068103171F_Crankshaft_Seal_with_Sealing_Flange_Rear_Main_OEM&products_id=1939
  
  Cost more but seals really well (if your all thumbs like i am)