Hitchcocks Forum

Hi, a question I've always wondered about: Is it possible to add an extra friction plate to a clutch which was originally equipped with 3 friction plates? Or even convert a clutch to a 5 plate setup using parts from our hosts? Thinner plates? Has anybody ever tried this? FWIW I really want to know if the clutch on my 1960 Constellation (scissor clutch) can be upgraded as apart from the clutch operating assy it is more or less (i.e 3 friction plates) the same setup on my model G de luxe.... Any pointers/advice from fellow owners greatly appreciated, thanks, Marko

Quick answer, yes. Go into the Accessory Catalogue, find the Bullet 5 plate clutch conversion kit, it fits straight in. I just looked, it's called 'Clutch service kit, improved'. I put one of these kits into my own scissors clutch Connie (now sold,) and it worked a traet. It's worth perusing the Accessory Catalogue because although it's intended for Bullet owners many parts are applicable to the other models in the Redditch range, particularly Twins.

REgards, Mark

Thank you Mark I knew I did a good thing when I ditched made in Meriden in favour of Redditch