CVT Clutch Plate Question

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CVT Clutch Plate Question

Post by morgan105 » 18 Jan 2011 04:25 pm

I need to replace the clutch plate on my wifes 340 cvt and just wondered if the plates are the same ones used that are for a manual? I only need to replace the plate as it is worn.

Just another quick question, What is the minimum amount and size shims that can be used to space the old clutch to get the clearance? I measured the gap today and you would probably have to remove all the shims to get the clearance, I know this is not possible but I need to just get it a slight bit better to last until I get the parts in a few days and be able to fit them in the next couple of weeks. Not wise but only has to get her around for a couple more weeks and I don't want it going altogether before then.

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Re: CVT Clutch Plate Question

Post by nvdw » 18 Jan 2011 04:37 pm

The clutch plate for the CVT is different.

Re your other question: I only dare to take a guess so I'd rather let the specialists have their say on the matter 8)

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Re: CVT Clutch Plate Question

Post by volvodspec » 18 Jan 2011 05:12 pm

morgan105 wrote:I need to replace the clutch plate on my wifes 340 cvt and just wondered if the plates are the same ones used that are for a manual? I only need to replace the plate as it is worn.

Just another quick question, What is the minimum amount and size shims that can be used to space the old clutch to get the clearance? I measured the gap today and you would probably have to remove all the shims to get the clearance, I know this is not possible but I need to just get it a slight bit better to last until I get the parts in a few days and be able to fit them in the next couple of weeks. Not wise but only has to get her around for a couple more weeks and I don't want it going altogether before then.
the clutchplate of the CVT is slighly smaller in diameter, it won't fit.

if you get just about enough clearence (between 0,1 and 0,3mm) if you remove all the shims then don't drive it any more! driving on with a clutchplate that thin will let the rivets holding the frictionmaterial will start to grind in the flywheel and/or the pressure plate, so you can replace those too....

factory - spec adjusted is one 0,5mm shim and one 2,4mm shim x 3. the currently available plates have slightly thicker frictionmaterial so you'll probably have to add a few shims when adjusting the new clutch.

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Re: CVT Clutch Plate Question

Post by morgan105 » 18 Jan 2011 05:33 pm

Any idea on a price for the plate?

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Re: CVT Clutch Plate Question

Post by trabitom99 » 18 Jan 2011 07:04 pm

Try Danny at www.dafhobby.nl They do reconditioned plates, but I think you may need to send the old one in. Send the chap an email ...

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Re: CVT Clutch Plate Question

Post by volvodspec » 18 Jan 2011 08:13 pm

nop, you can get a refund of €20 if you send the old one in. but with UK shipping costs that probably won't be worth wile

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Re: CVT Clutch Plate Question

Post by trabitom99 » 18 Jan 2011 08:21 pm

Depends how easy it is to get a CVT clutch plate in the UK. The last time I checked, Danny was the only source ... But I could be wrong.

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343 GL Touring B14.1E CVT (155) 98000kms 1980 (sold)
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Re: CVT Clutch Plate Question

Post by volvodspec » 18 Jan 2011 08:31 pm

yeah but if you have to send the old plate to Danny, €20 is a little under 17 quid. just had a small package shipped from the UK to my place, with 10quid shipping costs. so if you ask me it's a lot of work for 7quid. i'd use the old plate as a frisbee :lol:

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Re: CVT Clutch Plate Question

Post by trabitom99 » 18 Jan 2011 08:35 pm

OK, I get what you meant :-)

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Re: CVT Clutch Plate Question

Post by macplaxton » 18 Jan 2011 11:05 pm

Don't lob it out though.

I guess it you sideline the car for a few days you could get somewhere local to re-line it.
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Re: CVT Clutch Plate Question

Post by volvomania » 16 Feb 2011 12:02 pm

I also do 'em on a part exchange basis as does T&P oldtimershop in Meeuwen Gruitrode (Belgium).
I believe he also had 1 or 2 new ones kicking around.

You may perhaps also want to visit a local 'old style' car parts shop. I know some of them still refurbish clutchplates.
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Re: CVT Clutch Plate Question

Post by morgan105 » 16 Feb 2011 04:18 pm

Got a new clutch now, going to get the old one relined so will have a spare for the other car when needed.

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Re: CVT Clutch Plate Question

Post by lewy » 25 Sep 2011 10:54 pm

morgan105 wrote:Got a new clutch now, going to get the old one relined so will have a spare for the other car when needed.

Hi morgan105,
where did you get your new clutch plate as i need one for my 340 cvt 1.4.
checked gap today for the first time, and oh my god it was 1.4mm with 1.1 shim, so got to change it,
lewy
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Re: CVT Clutch Plate Question

Post by morgan105 » 25 Sep 2011 11:07 pm

Found one on ebay by chance.

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