Please explain how the clutches work.

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    Please explain how the clutches work.

    I'm trying to get my '70 Argo set up right. I'm having a hard time figuring out exactly how the clutches should be set up. I have a new 14hp Vanguard in it and a new clutch that came with it from route 6x6. I've read bits and pieces about people changing weights in the drive clutch and springs in the driven clutch to affect performance. It sure would be great if someone could explain how to set these up. How do you set them up for good low end torque and still maintain your high end speed?

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    I would think if you bought a motor and clutch together the clutch should b set up as it is. People will change the driven unit on the transmission by moving the spring or putting in a different spring.

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    I know that people change them but why? I'm trying to figure out how to set mine up. I'm the kind of guy who doesn't like things just the way they came out of the box. I like to tweak things to my own liking.
    Finding out that these machines are never actually "finished"
    1970 Argo
    1985 Coot

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    engagement rpms

    ALthough I am new to the 6X6 world I been an avid snowmobiler for along time and the main reasons for chaging the weights and springs was to change the rpm that the clutch engaged at. For example making the clutch engage at a higher rpm which should make your machine more peppy on the low end. Hope this helps.

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    There was a write up at Route 6x6 about that, if you can find it.
    Last edited by Mike; 04-16-2008 at 07:58 AM. Reason: shortened link
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    Alittle (actually alot) late, but try this link. Hope it sheds some light.

    http://autos.ph.groups.yahoo.com/gro.../view/d2ca?b=1

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