FlyWheel Resurfacing?

[Feedman]

I got my clutch today....stoked.....

I need to have my flywheel resurfaced for two reasons.

One: to keep the clutch warranty I have to

Two: B/c my car has 75k on the ticker and I think it would be a good idea.


Now, where can I go, that does a fast/quick job, reasonably priced and would be open Sat morning.... 8)

[ShortysTRM]

since I've always had automatics, I have never had to deal with that. However, if they are anyhing like rotors, I would just recommend a new, lighter one. Probably anywhere from $150-$500. Anything that was made with specification in mind should probably be used at specification, not thinned out.

[Feedman]

Most people don't recomend lightened flywheels on turbo cars. Cuts down on the enertia that spins the engine between shifts and doesn't keep the turbo spinning....boost lag....

Also, instead of payign $250 bucks, I can spend $20 and have it resurfaced...

[ShortysTRM]

I'm guessing that was Siadam? Regardless, I know what you mean, but I'd say that unless you went for the lightest flywheel you could find, you'd have nothing to worry about. The faster revs would outweigh the downside I'd say, and I really don't think you'd lose much boost regardless because the flywheel spinning slightly faster for .002 seconds between gear changes would not likely have great effect on the exhaust pressure or on the turbo spooling. Plus, the lightened flywheel may help when the boost hasn't arrived yet and you're still runing like a N/A engine, which is much more often than circuit/drag racing. Allowing the engine to rev faster initially would give faster spool-up. Also, I have read that when you are off of the throttle and far above idle range in the RPM's, like when you're using trans braking, the fuel injectors are shut off completely...this would mean very little exhaust flow and that it would not help your turbo to stay spooled. You could always use the Anti-lag systems from Rally cars lol. Who needs reliability/durability anyways? :wink:

[Feedman]

Well said. I have heard mixed reviews on both. So I just stayed away from it. Money reasons....school will be coming up soon..... :( I think a cool backfire between shifts would be cool.....

So, back to my original question....lol....anywhere local that I can get my flywheel resurfaced.... 8)

[BrokenLimits]

Turbo run stock flywheel. I think any place that resurfaces rotrs can do it like Firestone or NTB.

[daveb91]

Man we dont have the those places here the closest one is zanesville I think? Try the Auto value down by Big sandy for resurfacing.

[wv^clipse]

most NAPA stores use to do some machine work..
but anymore.. with lack of trained personel and lack of demand for it..
the napa store i use do to business at use to do heads and all.. but those days are long gone..

i'd try where dave said..

[wv^clipse]

checked marrietta ignition? (if they're still in business)

[Feedman]

checked marrietta ignition? (if they're still in business)

I ended up calling Napa, and they wanted 50+ dollars to have it machined, and weren't open on Saturdays.

I then called Marrietta Ignition and they wanted $26 bucks, and are open on Saturdays. So guess who is the winner...

Start work on the clutch Friday evening, get everything apart, take the flywheel to them @ 8:00 sharp Sat morning, put the car back together later that night. If not I have Sunday to finish workin on it... 8)

[BrokenLimits]

Cool Deal. Take Pics!

[wv^clipse]

checked marrietta ignition? (if they're still in business)

I ended up calling Napa, and they wanted 50+ dollars to have it machined, and weren't open on Saturdays.

I then called Marrietta Ignition and they wanted $26 bucks, and are open on Saturdays. So guess who is the winner...

Start work on the clutch Friday evening, get everything apart, take the flywheel to them @ 8:00 sharp Sat morning, put the car back together later that night. If not I have Sunday to finish workin on it... 8)

good deal.


if i weren't beach bound this weekend.. i'd toss out the help offer. :wink:

[Feedman]

its cool...I think I can handle it...I believe justin is gonna lend a hand...not a terribly hard job, just alot of different steps.... 8)

I'll try to break out the digi cam...I took several pics during the brake swap....need to get them online... 8)

[jamesN272]

Less rotating mass=more power to the ground

You don't have too much drivetrain loss to begin with so i wouldn't worry about buying a lightened one.

Marietta Joint & Clutch was $35 for resurfacing my VR4's stock flywheel...but i've heard good things about ignition too, so it sounds like you made the right choice.

BE SURE TO BREAK IT IN :mrgreen:

[Feedman]

I will, this particular model is made out of Kevlar and has a breakin period of 450-500 miles of city driving. No hard shifts and no engine braking. Its going to be tough, but I can do it....

The good thing about this one, is that b/c of its material, it will never need replaced. If it ever glazes over, it can be removed and sandblasted, then reinstalled, good as new.... 8)

[jamesN272]

The good thing about this one, is that b/c of its material, it will never need replaced. If it ever glazes over, it can be removed and sandblasted, then reinstalled, good as new.... 8)

that is sweet

[Feedman]

The good thing about this one, is that b/c of its material, it will never need replaced. If it ever glazes over, it can be removed and sandblasted, then reinstalled, good as new.... 8)

that is sweet

Yep it seems like it would be. Although to much work to take it all off again, but @ least it would save me another $600 bones on a new clutch...


I ended up taking it to Marietta Ignition and was VERY VERY PLEASED. Very friendly and did great work. Super quick too. He resurfaced my flywheel and machined it to the spec of the new clutch. Which means the clutch surface actually stepped up from the surface .110. He also pressed out my old pilot bearing and replaced it with my new one.

Good business, great price, well be back. They can also hone blocks/etc...something to keep in mind... 8)