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barbel jim

Member Since: 12 Dec 2012
Location: Northants
Posts: 1423

Think you want the lof power spec clutch. Ring Luke, or clutchfix. I’ve dealt with both, and only good experiences

Regarding your indie reply, standard reply for general motor factors. I know Luke will warranty his clutches, probably not the labour. And likewise if you supply a clutch kit, the garage can fit it on a labour only basis, exempting them from any liability.

2nd Oct 2024 8:02pm

derbywill

Member Since: 25 Mar 2010
Location: Derbyshire
Posts: 559

I've fitted a few flywheels to various peoples Td5's over the years,
Britpart SMF - Was absolute awful made the layshaft bearings rattle - removed
LOF SMF feels very similar to standard no issues and no extra noises.
I have a standard Valeo and LUK flywheel in my 90 which is tuned and I tow quite alot, currently on 140,000miles on this clutch with no issues.

Cheers

Will 2005 90 XS
1954 86'' Series 1 tilt
1968 88” 2A 200tdi
2002 110 Hardtop

3rd Oct 2024 6:28am

110Matty

Member Since: 20 Apr 2023
Location: Somerset
Posts: 129

Mike c wrote:
I am just going through this myself and decided on sticking with dual mass, it was clearly thought necessary by LR with the td5 engine at the time.

However this is on a standard vehicle with no heavy work.

I think I'm going for Valeo DMF and LOF Powerspec, thanks for all the replies, it really helps.

Defender 90 TD5 2004

3rd Oct 2024 2:53pm

Penfold_6290

Member Since: 22 Sep 2021
Location: Dorset
Posts: 319

I'm nearly 2 years into my LOF SMF with road spec clutch and couldn't be happier. My Td5 has a fairly light remap and we tow from time to time. My experience is the SMF made the 110 much nicer to drive, I have also fitted the LOF clutch spring and Power Slave, now the clutch is as light as it is on my Mazda which is a joy to drive.

3rd Oct 2024 3:34pm

Will.I.AM

Member Since: 16 May 2013
Location: Hertfordshire
Posts: 416

2005 Defender 130 Td5 HCPU Kaikoura Stone

I was in a simular position with a decent remap from Gareth at Empire and immediately the clutch slipped. I went for a LOF extreme spec and their SMF and i havn't had any issues with Noise, vibration, rattle, clutch slip or any of the aforementioned issues.

not saying anyone is incorrect and not saying that they are perfect etc but its always interesting to get a balance of feedback and so far (15k miles) i have had absolutely no issues whatsoever.

I tow (sometimes heavy) and my 130 weights just under 3T although i do treat it nicely, it does get the occasional bit of heavy right foot. Defender 130 HCPU TD5

3rd Oct 2024 3:50pm

110Matty

Member Since: 20 Apr 2023
Location: Somerset
Posts: 129

Castillo wrote:
Hey, you don't have any fuel leaking into the clutch do you?

Twice in 10 years my Defender's fuel pressure regulator has leaked into the clutch and the clutch has then started to slip. After I fixed the leak, after about 2000 km of driving, the clutch has stopped slipping.

Hi,

As some feedback, having reverted back to the original map, the clutch stopped slipping, so i think that rules out fuel leaking into the clutch, but thanks for suggestion.

Cheers. Defender 90 TD5 2004

8th Oct 2024 9:19am

110Matty

Member Since: 20 Apr 2023
Location: Somerset
Posts: 129

Will.I.AM wrote:
I was in a simular position with a decent remap from Gareth at Empire and immediately the clutch slipped. I went for a LOF extreme spec and their SMF and i havn't had any issues with Noise, vibration, rattle, clutch slip or any of the aforementioned issues.

not saying anyone is incorrect and not saying that they are perfect etc but its always interesting to get a balance of feedback and so far (15k miles) i have had absolutely no issues whatsoever.

I tow (sometimes heavy) and my 130 weights just under 3T although i do treat it nicely, it does get the occasional bit of heavy right foot.

Hey.

I flipped a coin and decided on Powerspec LOF clutch and Valeo DMF. Found the complete kit with Winchester Gears. However, my order was cancelled / refunded because some or part of it was out of stock and was told to maybe contact LOF direct, which i thought was a bit off / odd!? I couldn't see the Valeo DMF on the LOF site, otherwise I would have ordered all of it directly with them. Ideally, I wanted to source the clutch and flywheel from the same source. Now ordered elsewhere.

Cheers. Defender 90 TD5 2004

8th Oct 2024 9:25am

110Matty

Member Since: 20 Apr 2023
Location: Somerset
Posts: 129

Clutch / Flywheel / Map update

jst wrote:
If its a heavy tune paddle clutch and servo assist it.

If not stick dmf and don't slip the clutch driving.

Hey everyone, just wanted to provide feedback on this.

I went for LOF Powerspec clutch with a Valeo DMF and I'm glad i did. It now easily copes with the stage 2 ish tune / map + uprated intercooler etc. Everything seems well balanced, truck has tremendous pull and seems smoother and more 'driveable' all round. The clutch pedal feels the same as before (in terms of amount of pressure needed to apply). The LOF clutch assist spring really is a good bit of kit and well worth the money in my opinion. For reference, I didn't change either the master or slave cylinder.

Just need to tweak the tune / map a bit to get the smoke level down a little (happy to sacrifice some of the new found power / torque).

Cheers. Defender 90 TD5 2004

24th Oct 2024 1:23pm

camelman

Member Since: 27 Feb 2013
Location: Peak District
Posts: 3373

Just to add in to the debate.
I've had a LOF solid flywheel clutch (Powerspec) fitted to my TD5 and it doesn't feel any different to the previous DMF set up.
No extra vibration or heavy pedal (I haven't fitted the clutch pedal spring yet).

9th Nov 2024 4:36pm

B1_D130

Member Since: 15 May 2022
Location: Scotland
Posts: 7

2005 Defender 130 Td5 HCPU Chawton White

I realise you have already sorted you clutch, but just to add my tuppence worth to the conversation.

I too have just had the LOF Powerspec SMF clutch kit fitted.
Very happy with it and no noticeable difference in gearbox chatter or noise.
The old clutch was just over 100k miles when it went.

The pedal was much heavier with the new clutch fitted, but the powerspring makes it much better. Total PIA to fit though.

Luke at LOF has been very helpful and knowledgeable and the truck is running great.

11th Nov 2024 9:46am

Bluest

Member Since: 23 Apr 2016
Location: Lancashire
Posts: 4216

2007 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Java Black

I saw something on social media (I know, I know

) saying that you should never push/bump start a car with a DMF as it will damage the DMF. Any truth in that? I couldn't see it myself as a in normal use the flywheel handles loads in both direction when you come on and off the throttle etc. 2007 110 TDCi Station Wagon XS

11th Nov 2024 10:00am

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