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Old August 15th 2002, 22:33
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Hydraulic clutch...

It seems to me that the perfect solution to mounting a Porsche transmission with a push type clutch would be to add a hydraulic clutch. Is this done often? I haven't seen many people do this. What are some reasons that someone wouldn't use a hydraulic clutch?
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Old August 16th 2002, 07:14
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The biggest problem is the pedal cluster. Most of them require you to cut the front wall just behind the teh clutch pedal.

the kit I am using is from Saco and I got it thru ISP West.
The cylinder used for the clutch sits in the tunnel and hooks onto the clutch cable hook.

Article to come soon......(a couple of weeks).

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Old August 16th 2002, 10:40
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pics of Alex's clutch system

http://www.vwispwest.com/specials-ga321000.htm
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Old August 16th 2002, 22:39
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That's what I'm using.
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I'm using a hydraulic clutch. I've done this by modifying the bulkhead & stock pedal assy. Car is not running yet so can't comment on how this system works but in theory its all worked out well.
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What's involved in doing this mod? Do you have to cut into the tunnel?
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Old August 21st 2002, 12:44
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Yes you have to cut it.

I will write a detailed article in the next couple of weeks. I will install it soon and I will take lots of pics.


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Old August 21st 2002, 18:06
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What's involved in doing this mod? Do you have to cut into the tunnel?
no cutting the tunnel, just modifying the bulkhead
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Old August 21st 2002, 19:23
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For the Saco clutch kit you have to cut the tunnel but not the bulkhead.

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Hey Alex,

How much of a pain was it to install this kit? Do you have any pics?

I've been looking at it and for the life of me, I can't see how it mounts.

Thanks in advance.
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Old November 20th 2003, 16:27
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I have pics. I will post them on the weekend so stay tuned.

I am also thinking of writing a quick article about the Saco kit. Hmmm.....maybe I should do that on Friday.

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For the Saco clutch kit you have to cut the tunnel but not the bulkhead.

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Old November 20th 2003, 22:54
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Thanks! I look forward to reading the article.
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Old November 21st 2003, 17:15
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Hi,
I bought the same kit Alex has. Also from ISP West. I will be using it for a 915 trans.
Alex,
Don't forget to include the remark of Shad about the plastic line that should be swapped with a steel one. It is s/where in this forum.
Looking forward to the article as well, since I haven't installed mine yet.
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Old November 25th 2003, 09:44
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Sorry guys,

this weekend was crazy at work.
I will try to write it this week.

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