Clutch plates don’t fit?

[Matthew]

Hello again.
Noticed on my 1929 Flying Squirrel the top plate falls out of the outer basket when the clutch is pulled (see picture).
It seems as though the asbestos lining is too thick and the plates do not fit properly, I am going to purchase new friction plates and intermediary plates from scottparts which are approx thickness of 4.8mm to additionally get shot of the asbestos.
However I will need to get the basket re-lined because they are not sold, has anyone done this before? What thickness either side of the basket plate should the ferrodo be?
Thanks.

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[chris wastell]

How about experimenting first by removing 1 plate?

[ScottyH]

Matthew,

Saftek based in Cleckheaton BD19 5LT will reline your basket and plates, brake shoes etc.

They are familar with working on Vintage machinery and do an excellent job and usually offer a super quick turnaround too (typically  within a couple of days).

I must say that I don’t have any association with the company other than being one of their satisfied customers,

 

Regards,

 

Give them a ring on +44 1274 862666

[Matthew]

I wanted to keep the original amount of plates in the clutch if possible.
Taking one out won’t do because the asbestos needs to go.

[Deleted User]

Matthew,can you check with someone  who has a similar basket that yours is the correct one ?.Very early baskets were shallower   and took one friction & one plain plate less.However I have had the same problem as you when fitting relined friction plates which were a few thou thicker on the friction material & they all add up  extra thickness  it  was very hard to reduce the thickness.       Potty

[Matthew]

I shall, I will measure the thickness of the clutch basket when I take it apart again.

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