Do I need to resurface this flywheel?

[100DashSix]

I'm replacing my clutch, and noticed grooves in the surface of the flywheel on my 1974 MGB. I'm wondering if I have to have it surfaced or replaced. The grooves are deep enough that I can feel them with my fingernail.

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[bob67bgt]

I would have it resurfaced even if the old clutch did not jutter. But that just me! Bob

 

[Hap Waldrop]

From the picture it looks like, yes. My rule of thumb is if I can feel wear with a fingernail, as in grooves, it gets resurfacing, if not, then no.

 

[DrEntropy]

"thirded". :wink:

I see blue steel and a chase where the disc rivets have had their way with it. If it were in my stable it'd get machined.

 

[100DashSix]

darn, I was afraid of that. I'll have to take it to my local garage and see if they can do it. I didn't buy the ring lock washer, so this is going to be a longer job than expected.

What ballpark price should resurfacing cost?

 

[Brinkerhoff]

I pay $35 I think. It will make all of the difference in how your smoothly your clutch works.

 

[100DashSix]

And here it is, in all its reconditioned glory:



The guy at the old-school machine shop near me charged $60, though.

Next up, spigot bushing and fork arm bushings. I hope I can do those myself.