{"id":80,"date":"2017-01-25T13:10:57","date_gmt":"2017-01-25T13:10:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.mrclutch.com\/?p=80"},"modified":"2017-01-27T09:57:00","modified_gmt":"2017-01-27T09:57:00","slug":"flywheels-and-dual-mass-flywheels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mrclutch.com\/blog\/flywheels-and-dual-mass-flywheels\/","title":{"rendered":"Flywheels And Dual Mass Flywheels"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The flywheel is a metal disc which is fitted directly onto the crankshaft between the engine and the clutch. Its purpose is to help provide a smooth transfer of power from the engine to the drive train. In essence, the flywheel gives your vehicle enhanced momentum and a smoother driving experience.<\/p>\n<h3>Indications of a worn flywheel are:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Visible Grooves<\/li>\n<li>Visible glazing and\/or cracks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We, along with the leading clutch manufacturers worldwide, recommend that whenever a clutch is renewed, your flywheel should be inspected and, where necessary, skimmed or replaced.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Dual Mass Flywheel<\/h3>\n<p>Most new vehicles now come fitted with dual mass flywheels. These are essential components that allow an enhanced performance in the vehicles drivability. Additionally, these new components reduce harmful vibration.<\/p>\n<p>A worn dual mass flywheel will affect the performance and efficiency of the new clutch and almost certainly result in premature failure.<\/p>\n<h3>Indications of a worn Dual Mass Flywheel are:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Irregular noises<\/li>\n<li>Vibration<\/li>\n<li>Intermittent clutch slip<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The flywheel is a metal disc which is fitted directly onto the crankshaft between the engine and the clutch. Its purpose is to help provide a smooth transfer of power from the engine to the drive train. In essence, the flywheel gives your vehicle enhanced momentum and a smoother driving experience. 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