Clutch & Flywheels

Welcome to the clutch center TopGear Stockport specialises in standard and aftermarket clutches, We can offer fitting and great prices compared to other garages out there.

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Fidanza Flywheels and Clutches

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Exedy Racing Clutches

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So How Does a Clutch Work?

Clutch System The clutch system engages and disengages the engine from the transmission, enabling the driver to start, stop, idle in neutral and shift gears. Key components: Clutch (sometimes called the pressure plate) Disc Flywheel (includes pilot bearing or bushing) Release bearing Release system (hydraulic, mechanical or cable) Disengaged: when the clutch pedal is engaged, the release system pushes the fork against the release bearing. The bearing pushes against the clutch diaphragm spring to release the pressure plate clamp load on the disc, allowing the crankshaft and flywheel to rotate at engine speed, while the disc and transmission input shaft coast. Engine power cannot flow through to the transmission. Engaged: when the driver selects a gear and releases the clutch pedal, the release system retracts the release bearing, the disc slips briefly to provide smooth engagement and the clutch clamps the disc against the flywheel. The clutch, disc and flywheel "lock" together, turning the input shaft. Engine power flows to the transmission.