clutch spring issues

Discussion in '1-Color and 2-Color Offset Presses' started by SCruz, Aug 19, 2013.

  1. SCruz

    SCruz Member

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    My ABDick 9810XC has recently started having a problem with the clutch spring breaking only after a week or so. Anyone have any info on this? Ive replaced these in the past so im sure properly installed but i cant figure out whats causing them to break so soon.
     
  2. ziggy33

    ziggy33 Senior Member

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    stick to one speed while running or do you crank it up to max? I have replaced clutch springs before they aren't easy thing to break, are you using the right part? like the ab dick part cuz some of the aftermarket parts are either awesome or super bad its hit or miss when getting them
     
  3. Fear250r

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    Watch out for the cheap silver ones. I've had problems with them breaking easily.
     
  4. SCruz

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    I think your right i have been using some cheap aftermarket springs. Ill try getting some oem springs and see if there is a difference. Thanks for the info.
     

  5. THE TECH GUY

    THE TECH GUY New Member

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    one way to know if the clutch springs our cheap is the weild count should be three, also sometimes the clutch assembly counter balance assembly can wear to were it can break the springs, hope that helps.
     
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