Although the clutch on my runner is in decent shape the throwout bearing is getting louder and louder and in stop and go traffic it is annoying. So with 95k miles I decided its time to do the clutch anyway.

I know there are many different clutches out there...centerforce, oem, TRD.
What do you use?
Complaints?
Cost?
Suggestions?

I use my runner as a dd and offroad about 7 or 8 times a year. I also tow a small motorcycle trailer occasionally.

Thanks,
Mike

I went with all Toyota OEM replacement parts. Had to replace the fly-wheel as well. Seems there was too many full thickness cracks in it to just re-surface it.

If you are planning on headers, then would be the time to do as the rear of the engine is open. Thus the cross-over pipe is easy access. Also, I'd recommend replacing the rear seal at the same time - $20 for the part - 5 minutes to replace with the tranny disconnected.

Just a few thoughts.
Andrew

Good call on the rear seal. Do you remember how much OEM was? I want to compare to aftermarket.

Can't remember off the top of my head. I picked them all up from Concelli Toyota. They have an online parts directory that is fairly easy to browse.

Andrew

Anyone ever try an Exedy clutch kit?

Clutch Kit
I2030-104320

http://oem.thepartsbin.com/parts/th...amp;category=All&part=Clutch+Kit

Ok I am giving myself a shameless bump on this one because I called the dealership and a clutch assy is gonna run me $442.00. That is quite a bit more than I was planning to pay especially around the holidays.

That being said I noticed Marlin Crawler sells a clutch for $299.00 Has anyone tried this clutch or Should I just quit my complaining, stick with OEM, and take it in the <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/butwiggle.gif" alt="" />

The clutch is starting to slip and I don't want to drive it any more than I have to. (heat = warpage and cracks!)

Any other clutch brand experiences are appreciated. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />
Thanks,

shop around on that clutch.....I got a toyota remanufactured clutch, disk and a new bearing and the whole thing was $350. I got it through ORS in Arvada, CO.....not a toyota Stealerhip though

I would use a ASCO clutch same as OEM new ,and a lot less money . Who is doing the labor ? Hey I think we're neighbors

I looked at the ASCO but hadn't heard an oppinion on them. Yes we are neighbors!!! There are actually a few of us on the wire that live in this area. Maybe we can all get together for some local wheeling?!

As for the labor...its all me.

ASCO (Aisin Seiko Corporation) is the manufacturer for stock Toyota clutches. You can get them cheap from www.jtoufitters.com call and ask for Joe, tell him you want the ASCO clutch.