Clutch noise in the Pirelli

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next question, best DMF? Valeo? LUK? OEM?

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With the Helix you used to have to specify the brand of DMF before purchase, so I would check with your supplier on that.   OEM will be LUK usually, sometimes SACHS, whoever is doing the best deal at the time.  Valeo are a good brand, but I haven't tried their DMFs.

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I did read that in an old post about the DMF and what one you're using and I don't think it matters, had a quick look to see what Alex stated, but can't find the post 
I think the Luk will be the one as my local garage has done me a good deal on one, may ask him to call TPS just for a quote..

just waiting for the clutch kit to arrive then all good to go, that's my Christmas funds blow on items hidden deep in the engine bay 

[pudding]

When I ordered my Helix, I had to specify the DMF brand.  Not sure why, Helix didn't give a reason for it!

Yeah I know, clutches and DMFs are like buying washing machines.  Expensive and don't enhance your life in any way 

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Clutch arrived and finally went with a Luk DMF, luckily the last one left in Norwich!
Overall first impression is good, yes it is heavier than stock, but not a massive amount, the biggest difference is the spring return on the pedal, but like anything new it’s just a case of getting used to it.

Overall not the cheapest repair in the world, but if it holds the torque and BHP then happy days! And if the need for more power bites then I should be covered in the clutch department.

[pudding]

Good stuff 

How many miles on your original clutch?  Mine at 80K was beyond half worn and pretty heavy, so yeah as you say, the Helix weight wasn't a lot more.   Compared to a brand new OEM clutch, it's easily twice as heavy 

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Mine had covered 60K and like yours was half worn, the DMF was fooked, with about 6" of movement!
Although the new one still displays a small amount of play!!

Im sure I will get used to the "new" feeling and learn to live with it. 

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Yep, brand new DMFs still wobble around like mad. Useless things!  I'm surprised no one in the aftermarket has looked into making a heavier duty, better quality DMF!

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Yeah, I'm sure they are a mass produced item, fingers crossed it holds out! yeah an upgraded DMF would be a great idea, but thinking of the cost involved in a standard one they would have to command a big price!
I think DSG moving...

thanks for all the input