Hi Damian,

Well it seems you are up for another clutch assembly, but only this time your clutch cone is also flogged out as well along with the thrust pad. This has come about from poor clutch adjustment and also it is visible that the complete assembly should be closer to the actual engine. There should be around 3 to 4mm between the two items and also a fibre washer between the brass thrust pad and clutch cone. (The later Plastic pads don't use the washer)

This is going to be an expensive one to solve as the cone normally stays with the machine and replacements are not available. You're going to have to source one from a defunct machine that is non salvageable, but honestly unless the chassis is totally rust gutted or bent due to a mishap they are all re-buildable and no one wrecks these thing like Automotive Wreckers do.

Cheers,
BB.

I live a 24 Hour lifestyle, but every now and again I seem to fall asleep, well at least that's what my wife tells me.