techniclutch... crap!!

martinmace · 13-01-2006, 08:18 PM

just run the engine in after its 2.1 zvh conversion and the brand new techniclutch

thats in it is slipping like fuck. bastard

anyone know where i can get a decent clutch at a good price?? car is running 230+bhp so need something to cope with that. cheers

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creedy · 13-01-2006, 08:26 PM

mines started to do the same thing last nite

not a techniclutch tho, but pissed me off

320 bhp · 13-01-2006, 08:57 PM

going to have to be a paddle clutch or a ap organic something like that mate,only reason i put techniclutch in it was cos heard good reports about them and drivability there are horrible with paddle clutches in

Rallyesport · 13-01-2006, 09:00 PM

What kind of techniclutch did you buy? They have more than one clutch.

320 bhp · 13-01-2006, 09:03 PM

its a organic 1 told them car would be about 230-240bhp and they recomended the 1 that i fitted

Christian and Beccy · 13-01-2006, 09:44 PM

More stories of crappy Techniclutches!!

AP Organic £250 posted.
AP Paddle £280 posted.

Job done. I know its more money, but you get what you pay for!!

Rallyesport · 13-01-2006, 11:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 320 bhp

its a organic 1 told them car would be about 230-240bhp and they recomended the 1 that i fitted

It's the torque that makes the clutch slip, not the power. If they did not know that you have a 2.1l which makes far more torque than the standard 1.6l, they would recomend the wrong type of clutch. A organic ap racing clutch would not be any better because it's rated for 180 lb/ft. Did you buy one with heavy duty cover?

rstdave · 14-01-2006, 12:30 AM

I've got a techniclutch paddle, but it's advertised as an AP 4 paddle clutch! Still cost £255! Does this mean it's not a genuine AP one, and if so would a genuine one be better??? Sayin that I've had no problems with it, no slippage, tis still a 1600 tho and only runnin approx 200bhp at the mo.

Ezzy Danny · 14-01-2006, 07:57 AM

i also have a techniclutch " four paddle clutch" in my ZVH and altho i hav'nt had any problems, touch wood! but it does'nt feel like a paddle clutch when driving its not visous and quite easy to drive. As above does this mean its not a paddle clutch?

Rallyesport · 14-01-2006, 08:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ezzy Danny

i also have a techniclutch " four paddle clutch" in my ZVH and altho i hav'nt had any problems, touch wood! but it does'nt feel like a paddle clutch when driving its not visous and quite easy to drive. As above does this mean its not a paddle clutch?

Have you seen the clutch? They are pretty distinctive.

Oranoco · 14-01-2006, 10:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 320 bhp

going to have to be a paddle clutch or a ap organic something like that mate,only reason i put techniclutch in it was cos heard good reports about them and drivability there are horrible with paddle clutches in

My bro has an AP Paddle in his FRST and I think it's easier to drive with than my Helix Organic clutch

rstdave · 14-01-2006, 10:32 AM

My techniclutch 4 paddle is also pretty kind to the left foot, pedal's not stiff and certainly not as nasty to drive as everyone says! Other paddle clutches must be more harsh i presume????

Ezzy Danny · 14-01-2006, 01:24 PM

the clutch has 4 bits to it and it def is a 4 paddle to looks it, it just does seem to be as angry as other clutches i have driven

Rallyesport · 14-01-2006, 04:28 PM

So why ask if it's a paddle..

Tony Turbo · 14-01-2006, 05:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rallyesport

A organic ap racing clutch would not be any better because it's rated for 180 lb/ft.

AP really under estimate how strong their clutches are, it's kind of their disclaimer.

AJC · 14-01-2006, 05:56 PM

alcon 6 paddle,

addiction · 14-01-2006, 06:24 PM

I have an AP 4 paddle clutch in mine and the pedal is still really light and its a joy to drive

XRTypeRS · 14-01-2006, 09:22 PM

Techniclutch paddle kit is an AP 4 paddle driven plate with a standard LUK cover, not the heavy duty AP one

(hense why pedal is light as standard cover spring)

I bought one some years ago. when it arrived I tried to return it as I wanted the full AP kit (their ad in Fast Ford stated "AP paddle - full kit", which i took to be a full AP kit, not a AP paddle and a standard cover!

). Anyway they refused to give me a refund.

In the event I fitted it anyway and its been OK so far, no slippage with 241 lb/ft torque but I never launch or slip it so Im not sure how it would stand up to more abuse.

In summary I will never buy another clutch from them, awful company IMO.

Rallyesport · 15-01-2006, 01:50 AM

I have the heavy duty cover and it's heavier than a standard cover. It's definitely not a LUK cover, they are no alike.

jezRS · 15-01-2006, 11:42 AM

go wit the AP - thats wot i have and mine is a zvh

Tony Turbo · 15-01-2006, 02:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Series1AJC

alcon 6 paddle,

I am surprised nobody else has mentioned this clutch. I have one of these and I think it is much nicer than me old AP 4 Paddle with a Race Spec Cover.

It seems to be holding on. The only time it has played up a bit was at the Pod in October when the last fews runs I did you could smell clutch but it held on ok and didn't slip.

rsturbo90 · 15-01-2006, 05:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by martinmace

just run the engine in after its 2.1 zvh conversion and the brand new techniclutch

thats in it is slipping like fuck. bastard

anyone know where i can get a decent clutch at a good price?? car is running 230+bhp so need something to cope with that. cheers

depends what clutch you bought off them!? if you just have an organic one off them it will not cope with the power. i have a paddle clutch with heavy duty cover from there and my car is 270bhp proven and i have no problems with it at all! Have had several paddle clutches off them with the heavy duty covers and bearing so have alot of my mates, and never had a problem with any of them.

Rallyesport · 16-01-2006, 09:25 AM

If you are going to compare clutches, state you torque figure and not power.

181owen · 13-03-2010, 10:28 PM

Hate the coupany went for a LUK clutch instead as i was reading the forum and they did not sound good, talking to them they were ok when i was on about buying one from them, but now they are horible to email not helpfull. dont want end my payment on ebay making it drag on so thre is an open case. Do Not Buy From Them.

jaiscossie · 13-03-2010, 11:25 PM

Have an Ap 6 paddle in mine and has been fine its just the gearbox that hasnt!!

rstdave · 13-03-2010, 11:40 PM

A little old this thread lol......as if anyone on here would ever buy techniclutch

botters · 14-03-2010, 12:23 AM

techniclutch are the masters................of fake ap clutches!
alcon 6 paddle with standard pressure plate will take all you can throw at it with the added bonus of being cheap as well!

14-03-2010, 08:00 AM

Fooking hell a 4 year old thread

jaiscossie · 14-03-2010, 11:32 AM

Only just realised that lol. Didnt think id seen tony turbo on here lately!!

Versus_Creations · 14-03-2010, 05:12 PM

No disrepect but this applies for most parts you can buy..

Do the research and you will have the answers, before you make the mistakes.

It takes seconds to search for techniclutch on any website. The results from a search would of given you a list of bad feedback regarding the item you bought.

14-03-2010, 05:22 PM

Valid point!

Got an AP paddle in mine with a MK5 escort clutch peddle conversion and you'd think that it was a stock clutch it really does feel lovely

13-01-2006, 08:26 PM	#2
creedy Too many posts.. I need a life!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: somerset Posts: 982 Rep Power: 8	mines started to do the same thing last nite not a techniclutch tho, but pissed me off __________________ CheeRS Neal.

13-01-2006, 09:44 PM	#6
Christian and Beccy #1 in Spelling Club Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (14) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Norfolk Posts: 23,373 Rep Power: 35	More stories of crappy Techniclutches!! AP Organic £250 posted. AP Paddle £280 posted. Job done. I know its more money, but you get what you pay for!! __________________ Renaultsport Megane F1 230 I've earnt £450 for doing almost nothing!! Click here to see how!!

14-01-2006, 12:30 AM	#8
rstdave Advanced PassionFord User Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (3) Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Bristol/Bath Posts: 2,443 Rep Power: 10	I've got a techniclutch paddle, but it's advertised as an AP 4 paddle clutch! Still cost £255! Does this mean it's not a genuine AP one, and if so would a genuine one be better??? Sayin that I've had no problems with it, no slippage, tis still a 1600 tho and only runnin approx 200bhp at the mo. __________________ RS Turbo being broken......Focus RS now here!!!

14-01-2006, 07:57 AM	#9
Ezzy Danny PassionFord Regular Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Live in Wigan - Work in Preston Posts: 403 Rep Power: 7	i also have a techniclutch " four paddle clutch" in my ZVH and altho i hav'nt had any problems, touch wood! but it does'nt feel like a paddle clutch when driving its not visous and quite easy to drive. As above does this mean its not a paddle clutch? __________________ http://www.myspace.com/ezzydanny New Engine Needed

14-01-2006, 10:32 AM	#12
rstdave Advanced PassionFord User Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (3) Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Bristol/Bath Posts: 2,443 Rep Power: 10	My techniclutch 4 paddle is also pretty kind to the left foot, pedal's not stiff and certainly not as nasty to drive as everyone says! Other paddle clutches must be more harsh i presume???? __________________ RS Turbo being broken......Focus RS now here!!!

13-01-2006, 08:57 PM	#3
320 bhp Too many posts.. I need a life!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: May 2004 Location: guisborough,cleveland Posts: 917 Rep Power: 8	going to have to be a paddle clutch or a ap organic something like that mate,only reason i put techniclutch in it was cos heard good reports about them and drivability there are horrible with paddle clutches in

13-01-2006, 09:00 PM	#4
Rallyesport PassionFord Regular Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 428 Rep Power: 8	What kind of techniclutch did you buy? They have more than one clutch.

13-01-2006, 09:03 PM	#5
320 bhp Too many posts.. I need a life!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: May 2004 Location: guisborough,cleveland Posts: 917 Rep Power: 8	its a organic 1 told them car would be about 230-240bhp and they recomended the 1 that i fitted

14-01-2006, 01:24 PM	#13
Ezzy Danny PassionFord Regular Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Live in Wigan - Work in Preston Posts: 403 Rep Power: 7	the clutch has 4 bits to it and it def is a 4 paddle to looks it, it just does seem to be as angry as other clutches i have driven __________________ http://www.myspace.com/ezzydanny New Engine Needed

14-01-2006, 04:28 PM	#14
Rallyesport PassionFord Regular Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 428 Rep Power: 8	So why ask if it's a paddle..

14-01-2006, 05:56 PM	#16
AJC Lord of Longridge Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (4) Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Preston, Lancs Posts: 10,906 Rep Power: 18	alcon 6 paddle, __________________ Cheers, Andy 11.93 1/4 mile @ 116.9mph - Santa pod Lancashire RSOC Group Chairman

14-01-2006, 06:24 PM	#17
addiction Advanced PassionFord User 1987 Ford Escort RS Turbo Trader Score: (0) Join Date: May 2004 Location: South Wales Posts: 1,752 Rep Power: 9	I have an AP 4 paddle clutch in mine and the pedal is still really light and its a joy to drive

14-01-2006, 09:22 PM	#18
XRTypeRS Too many posts.. I need a life!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Northants Posts: 674 Rep Power: 9	Techniclutch paddle kit is an AP 4 paddle driven plate with a standard LUK cover, not the heavy duty AP one (hense why pedal is light as standard cover spring) I bought one some years ago. when it arrived I tried to return it as I wanted the full AP kit (their ad in Fast Ford stated "AP paddle - full kit", which i took to be a full AP kit, not a AP paddle and a standard cover! ). Anyway they refused to give me a refund. In the event I fitted it anyway and its been OK so far, no slippage with 241 lb/ft torque but I never launch or slip it so Im not sure how it would stand up to more abuse. In summary I will never buy another clutch from them, awful company IMO. __________________

15-01-2006, 01:50 AM	#19
Rallyesport PassionFord Regular Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 428 Rep Power: 8	I have the heavy duty cover and it's heavier than a standard cover. It's definitely not a LUK cover, they are no alike.

15-01-2006, 11:42 AM	#20
jezRS PassionFord Regular Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Peterborough Posts: 357 Rep Power: 7	go wit the AP - thats wot i have and mine is a zvh

16-01-2006, 09:25 AM	#23
Rallyesport PassionFord Regular Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 428 Rep Power: 8	If you are going to compare clutches, state you torque figure and not power.

13-03-2010, 10:28 PM	#24
181owen Virgin Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: north yorkshire Posts: 1 Rep Power: 0	techni clutch Hate the coupany went for a LUK clutch instead as i was reading the forum and they did not sound good, talking to them they were ok when i was on about buying one from them, but now they are horible to email not helpfull. dont want end my payment on ebay making it drag on so thre is an open case. Do Not Buy From Them.

13-03-2010, 11:25 PM	#25
jaiscossie PassionFord Post Whore!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: May 2004 Location: Essex Posts: 3,570 Rep Power: 11	Have an Ap 6 paddle in mine and has been fine its just the gearbox that hasnt!! __________________ cheers, Jamie

13-03-2010, 11:40 PM	#26
rstdave Advanced PassionFord User Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (3) Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Bristol/Bath Posts: 2,443 Rep Power: 10	A little old this thread lol......as if anyone on here would ever buy techniclutch __________________ RS Turbo being broken......Focus RS now here!!!

14-03-2010, 12:23 AM	#27
botters competant bodger 1989 ford escort My Garage Trader Score: (0) Join Date: May 2009 Location: preston Posts: 3,456 Rep Power: 6	techniclutch are the masters................of fake ap clutches! alcon 6 paddle with standard pressure plate will take all you can throw at it with the added bonus of being cheap as well!

14-03-2010, 08:00 AM	#28
S1 JOHN S1 Guest Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: () Posts: n/a	Fooking hell a 4 year old thread

14-03-2010, 11:32 AM	#29
jaiscossie PassionFord Post Whore!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: May 2004 Location: Essex Posts: 3,570 Rep Power: 11	Only just realised that lol. Didnt think id seen tony turbo on here lately!! __________________ cheers, Jamie

14-03-2010, 05:12 PM	#30
Versus_Creations Ask me a question! 1982 Ford Escort Trader Score: (1) Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Romford Essex Posts: 5,538 Rep Power: 14	No disrepect but this applies for most parts you can buy.. Do the research and you will have the answers, before you make the mistakes. It takes seconds to search for techniclutch on any website. The results from a search would of given you a list of bad feedback regarding the item you bought. __________________ Supplying answers since way before 2003..... Please take the time to add to feedback and reputation. http://www.youtube.com/user/oddkiddcreations

14-03-2010, 05:22 PM	#31
S1 JOHN S1 Guest Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: () Posts: n/a	Valid point! Got an AP paddle in mine with a MK5 escort clutch peddle conversion and you'd think that it was a stock clutch it really does feel lovely

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