General Challenger DiscussionThis section contains general discussion about the Dodge Challenger. If it does not fit into a more specific area, it probably belongs in here. (Dodge Challenger General Discussion)
Well, don't leave us hangin' here professor. What's the skinny on break in?
to my knowledge, a break in consists of basically no high rpm launches, no wot shifts, and not riding on the clutch pedal. is that not normal driving, or am i missing something
__________________
2009 Challenger SRT8 - Hemi Orange - 6 Speed - MyGig - Sound Group II
Current Mods:
Carbon Fiber Nose Emblem, Spoiler Badge, Strut Covers, Plate Frame, & Door Sill Plates
HURST Shifter, Spec P-Trim Clutch
I follow the manufacture's break-in instructions...don't you? Want me to hold your hand too? Try Googling it.
...........I see.....That could be the problem...you might want to brake-in the new clutch properly: it takes 500mi and very hard to do... Been there done that
WOW... The manufacturer has instructions on clutch break in ? I just looked through the manual again and still can't find it. Would you mind helping me out and telling me where I can find this info ?
I believe we have the same exact clutch as the V-10 Viper trucks. I know our Challengers weigh alot & have alot of ponies, but the Viper Ram trucks have about 2,000 pounds on us, plus they have 500 horse-power! So, if these clutches were made to hold up in them, they should hold up in our Challengers with no problem?
Who knows for sure whats going on? (Perhaps they made a defective batch)? And theres also the other possability: Anybody out there beating the sh*t out of their Challenger? Oh, no! Could'nt be?
Ever seen some of the videos that were posted on You Tube, as well as on here (of guys litterally frying the rubber off of their tires)? ....................Come on now? Could some be defects? (YES)! But others are simply due to pure abuse!
yes please hold our hand and show us the procedure WestxSRT10
Originally Posted by MOONDOGNYC
WOW... The manufacturer has instructions on clutch break in ? I just looked through the manual again and still can't find it. Would you mind helping me out and telling me where I can find this info ?
__________________
2009 Challenger SRT8 - Hemi Orange - 6 Speed - MyGig - Sound Group II
Current Mods:
Carbon Fiber Nose Emblem, Spoiler Badge, Strut Covers, Plate Frame, & Door Sill Plates
HURST Shifter, Spec P-Trim Clutch
I follow the manufacture's break-in instructions...don't you? Want me to hold your hand too? Try Googling it.
I am now simi-retired, but have still replaced 3 newer clutches this year for friends/customers who thought all you do is "drive normal" (whatever that is) with a new clutch. The new higher power heaver cars can fry a clutch in as little as 100 miles. They MUST be broke-in for the first 500 miles.
I believe we have the same exact clutch as the V-10 Viper trucks. I know our Challengers weigh alot & have alot of ponies, but the Viper Ram trucks have about 2,000 pounds on us, plus they have 500 horse-power! So, if these clutches were made to hold up in them, they should hold up in our Challengers with no problem?
i dont think our cars use that clutch. those trucks had the t56 tranny and it utilized a single disc setup, our clutch is a twin disc setup. not to mention, there were alot of guys frying those clutches pretty quick as well. so i dont think they were all that great. i know this because i wanted that truck in a bad way, but dodge never fixed the clutch issue on them so i never pulled the trigger
__________________
2009 Challenger SRT8 - Hemi Orange - 6 Speed - MyGig - Sound Group II
Current Mods:
Carbon Fiber Nose Emblem, Spoiler Badge, Strut Covers, Plate Frame, & Door Sill Plates
HURST Shifter, Spec P-Trim Clutch
Just got back from checking mine out again and here is what its doing. Sitting still in neutral with the clutch in it's quiet, let the clutch out in neutral and the clutch starts making a loud rattling sound. The higher the rpm the louder the rattle and vibration. Does the same thing when you are moving. I wish these newer cars had an inspection pan on the bellhousing like they used too, sure would make troubleshooting a problem a lot easier.
The AutoGuide.com network consists of the largest network of enthusiast-owned enthusiast-operated automotive communities.
AutoGuide.com provides the latest car reviews, auto show coverage, new car prices, and automotive news. The AutoGuide network operates more than 100 automotive forums where our users consult peers for shopping information and advice, and share opinions as a community.
Try Googling it.
Oh, no! Could'nt be?
But others are simply due to pure abuse! 
Linear Mode
