Stoodz 0 Posted March 18, 2013 Hi all, this is my first post, I have a 2006 focus 1.8 tdci with 111k on the clock, clutch is slipping and had a noise coming from engine bay and 2 mechanic ( one a ford mechanic) said the noise was the thrust bearing so new clutch. I am buying the parts myself and a mate is fitting it for £120 but need to know if mine is a solid or dmf flywheel, is it possible to know this before taking the car to bits?? and i see you can change from dmf to solid. what is peoples thinking on this too?? thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stoney871 8,140 Posted March 18, 2013 You definitely have a DMF. There are many arguments for and against solid flywheel conversions but my understanding of the facts are that with a SMF conversion you end up with more vibration and premature clutch wear and higher costs. The DMF is designed to smooth the running of a modern diesel engine and reduces the chugging black cab effect previously experienced with older diesels. Some facts for you to chew over.- http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/faq/dual-mass-flywheels http://www.fordgalaxy.org.uk/ford/index.php?/topic/22491-solid-flywheel-conversion/ http://www.talkford.com/topic/159083-mondeo-mk3-tdci-clutch-conversion-to-solid-flywheel/ http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/showthread.php?t=296719 http://www.vwaudiforum.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?121001-Dual-Mass-Flywheel-convert-or-not-to-convert Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stoodz 0 Posted March 19, 2013 Thanks for that! I think i will stick with DMF just to be safe. What is your thinking on a used DMF, been quoted £92 delivered with a 6 month guarantee? I know 6 months on a clutch is nothing but i suppose it depends on how many miles the car it has come of has done? Otherwise i am looking at about £250 for a new one! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stoney871 8,140 Posted March 19, 2013 Tbh for peace of mind you should go for a new kit. Buy cheap, buy twice I say. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites