Clutch is starting to slip on the Impreza

[Legacy777]

Well after 161,000 miles on what is probably the stock clutch, it's losing the battle to my driving style. Having not done a push style clutch setup before, I just wanted to see if there's anything else I may need.

I'm probably just going to get another flywheel vs. resurfacing the old one. Will pick up an Exedy clutch & pressure plate. Also plan to put on the tranquil sleeve and throw out bearing, and put in a new pilot bearing.

Do I need to purchase any of those stupid little clips separately, or are they going to come with the throw out bearing?

Any other advice/suggestions are welcome.

Thanks

[Florin1]

When i did my act push clutch, i didn't notice anything extra needed. It came with the simple throw out with the "claw" built in and pilot, pp, disk. Heck its easier because no clutch fork rod thing.

[gijonas]

Exactly.The push clutches are way less involved really (not that the pull style is hard).Even if you dont acquire a new clip, there is not likely to be any reason not to use the old one, Its just a bent piece of wire and as long as not damaged will be fine.Might as well do a rear main seal and pcv cover reseal while your at it though.

[Legacy777]

Yeah that's true, forgot about the main seal. If the rear separator is metal, I'll probably leave it. Not sure when they went to the metal one though.

[wtdash]

Josh,
Check THIS POST and you'll see the Tranquil kit comes w/clips and my install (@ least I think that's what you're asking??). I bought mine from smart-service.com (they actually reduced prices recently). Also comes w/Grease for pivot ball.

I also bought the fork boot...mine crumbled into pieces when I was messing w/it.
P/N: 30542aa040 - 1998 Forester- boot for clutch fork - was for my Foz <$20.

I've also read where the fork itself can crack, but mine was fine on the 2 Subaru's I've put the Tranquil kit on.

There have been 2 metal rear separator plates...that I've seen. One is the old style w/screws; the new one comes w/allen-head bolts:
- rear separator plate and bolts/screws:
11831AA210 (1PC), 800406140 (5PCS) AND 800406150 (1PC).
- rear main seal (for a '95 EJ22): 806786040

I've read not to touch the rear main unless wet since they're kind of a pain to install.....I'll find out if my Forester's been leaking after I replaced it when I pull the engine this weekend (back to stock-I gave up on tuning).

GL,
TD

[Legacy777]

Thanks Todd.

When I get time I'll mess with the Impreza. For the time being I just need to not abuse it so much

[AWD_addict]

You might want to get the clip for the pivot ball (30534AA001 SPRING RELEASE LEVER). If it's never been replaced it could be rusty or something. For less than $6 I think it's worth the peace of mind.

[Legacy777]

What exactly does that clip do? I'll have to try and find a picture...

[mike-tracy]

Josh, didn't you have a bad experience last time you tried the tranquil kit? Someone posted that it didn't work so well.

[Legacy777]

Yeah, it was me. I attribute that to me frankensteining WRX parts together with turbo legacy parts. I'd have to see a WRX trans snout to see if it sits back slightly further than the turbo legacy one.....but my guess is that's why I had the issue.

Assuming I stick with all stock stuff on the Impreza, I should be fine. I've heard good things about the Tranquil kit otherwise.

[gijonas]

The clip just retains the lever in course positioning while under no pressure.Basically makes it stay in alignment with the pivot ball.

[SubyFusion]

What the hell is a tranquil sleeve? Lol sounds intresting!

[SubyFusion]

I just googled it! Dang I wish I knew of this when I did my swap!