so I have to replace the clutch on my 1998 Audi A4 2.8l 5 speed. looking to just flip this car and was wondering if anyone knows anything about Ebay clutchs/do I need to do the flywheel to or can I just do the clutch? just looking for a clutch so I can sell this one so I can start working on my A4 1.8l

 

Generally you can re-use the flywheel, but it's recommended to resurface the flywheel when replacing the clutch.

 

what if im doing it in my shop and do not have a machine to resurface it? can i just bring it to my job and use the brake lath to do it or? just not resurface it?

 

An indy Audi shop in town here (he's a friend of mine) tells me no one in town here resurfaces dual mass flywheels. Not true where you live MetalMan?

 

I just replaced mine last week. Best practice is to convert to a single mass clutch & flywheel (both new). It's a cheaper and easier setup (that's what I did).

Either way: I wouldn't risk reusing/resurfacing an old (dual mass) flywheel. It could end up costing you much more. I've never met a expert who says it's a good idea.

Check eBay. You can get single mass, high quality HD clutch & flywheel pairs for pretty damn cheap.

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I converted to single mass.
Some clutch companies like Southbend and Clutch Masters will resurface OE flywheels, but beyond that I dunno.

 

When you guys convert to a solid flywheel, do you notice a significant difference in the engagement, or is it something your foot gets used to pretty quickly?

 

wait so the 1.8l is a single clutch? and the 2.8l is a duel clutch?

 

It's going to depend on the pressure plate. Some clutches will have different engagement points than others, most will have a lower engagement point.

1.8T and 2.8 both come with dual mass flywheels from the factory. Since the 1.8T has a larger selection of clutches/flywheels, many people choose to convert to a single mass flywheel to avoid potential problems with the stock (expensive) dual mass flywheel.

 

ive done the clutch in my 1.8l but not in the 2.8l before. is it the same?