Sorry I never replied deejay, the reason my thrust pad melted was because embarrassingly the nut at the end of my clutch shaft came off, I obviously never checked the tension of it after reassembling.
My baby is due for another resharpen as I top dressed my lawn to even it out, which has made it blunter.
Running like a dream tho, for anyone else would definitely recommend the restoration. Is still extremely satisfying every time I mow my lawn.
