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Old 01-07-2013, 01:10 PM
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Originally Posted by lil-bump
I've always used the idea of....

The gap effects how the clutch engages... the spring controls when the clutch engages. In most conditions I always use a gap of .6-.7 mm. The track conditions is going to be the final determination on how you set your clutch for best engagement. For low traction I use a smaller gap with a softer spring setting.

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On the flip side, a stiffer spring may create some slippage which is handy on low traction too as there wll be less bite. It's a dynamic task and getting it right is a challenging task and sometimes I feel the more I learn the less I know!
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