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MG Midget and Sprite Technical - Clutch Diameter

My 1965 midget with 1098cc clutch is sliping. before I remove the engine I would like to order the kit.
Haynes manual says the 1098 has a 7.25" drive plate and the bigger
engine 1275 has a smaller 6.5" drive plate.
confused is this correct.
Mike
M HEARN

Mike, that is correct.

The 1098 has coil springs and the 1275 is a diaphragm spring, giving a higher clamping force. The 1275 clutch is also lighter, as is the flywheel.
Dave O'Neill 2

This thread was discussed on 01/03/2009

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