Freelander 1 TD4 DMF to solid flywheel conversion

Hi guys,

Has anyone used one of these clutch kits which include a solid flywheel conversion to permanently replace the DMF?

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/For-Land...L-AND-CLUTCH-KIT-WITH-CSC-SLAVE-/264257647658

The situation we have is that my buddy is running a 2005 Freelander TD4 with 70k miles and the clutch pedal is right down on the carpet. I run the auto version myself so I've checked previous posts and it seems that the dual mass flywheel is probably due for replacement anyway. But my buddy is on a very tight budget and needs a cheap but reliable fix. The above kit is available from many eBay sellers and I chose the cheapest from a seller in Blackpool at £169. You will see that it has all the parts for a clutch swap plus a solid replacement flywheel with a lifetime guarantee. Whereas the very cheapest DMF I could find was £308 plus around £100 for the clutch parts. So a substantial saving and permanently avoiding expensive DMF renewal. Apparently the DMF's role is to give slightly smoother clutch engagement but I can't see that as a serious issue.

Your views/ideas very much welcome.

Clive

Moosekeeper said:

The situation we have is that my buddy is running a 2005 Freelander TD4 with 70k miles and the clutch pedal is right down on the carpet. I run the auto version myself so I've checked previous posts and it seems that the dual mass flywheel is probably due for replacement anyway.

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The FL1 DMF is good for 2 clutches, which is normally about 150k Miles, so I'd not replace the DMF unless its outside of specification.

Moosekeeper said:

Apparently the DMF's role is to give slightly smoother clutch engagement but I can't see that as a serious issue.

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The DMF is there to reduce torsional vibration in the drive train, so making the gearbox and anything connected to it last longer. It could also help the crankshaft last longer too, which have been known to fail the on the TD4, although it's normally the timing chain end that does actually break.

Hi,

Thanks for that advice.

My buddy and I have basically come to the same conclusion - don't bin a good DMF.

So the plan now is to take the car to a good independent LR specialist. Ask them to replace the clutch but if the DMF is at all dodgy, not to replace it but instead fit a good SMF conversion such as those made by Britpart or Valeo.

Thanks again,

Clive

Moosekeeper said:

Ask them to replace the clutch but if the DMF is at all dodgy, not to replace it but instead fit a good SMF conversion such as those made by Britpart or Valeo.

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Sounds sensible, but don't fit Britpart.
Valeo are an OE supplier, so will be good quality.