4 Shoe Clutch [Alpha Plus] RC How To Maintain | Rebuild | Setup with Ryan LutzRC

Ryan Lutz of LutzRC sharing key information on the Alpha Plus 4 shoe clutch.
Key points in the Video:
0:23 Quick check of engine compression
0:48 Proper Clutchbell / Endbell play
3:07 How to Clean Clutch shoes while still on engine
3:47 Remove Clutch from engine
4:47 Remove Clutch face / Take apart clutch
5:20 Check clutch shoes for free movement
7:21 Clean burrs from clutch shoes
9:09 Using Dremel to remove burrs from shoes
10:00 Spring options and settings
11:41 Clutch reassembly
15:03 Check free movement of clutch springs/shoes while on car
15:38 Put Clutch Assembly on Engine
17:06 Properly Shim Clutch Bell taking many factors into consideration
Items in the video available for USA customers here: www.lutzrc.com/clutch-kit-clu...
If you are outside of the USA, check with your local Alpha Plus dealer.
Any further questions you may have on the Alpha Plus Products please feel free to reach out to me at [e-mail]

[@donaldtolbert7804]

Sharing knowledge, thank You.

[@Shellbackrc]

Thank you for the tutorial!

[@KX-500]

Thanks Ryan I’ve always used Alpha Engines but never used a 4shoe clutch still using 3 but thinking of changing great video always enjoy your content 🏁 racing or in the 🪛 pits 🔧 thanks again 👍🏻 🇺🇸 🌎 🇬🇧

[@RyanLutz]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you and for sure give it a try sometime! Works great and lasts a long time!

[@arnerrvik7586]

Thanks!

[@NitroFreak]

great vid bro always love the alpha stuff very great products in my eyes

[@RyanLutz]

Thank you. It’s truly is! 👍🏼

[@mustafagadaffi4680]

Very nice vid...I'm using 4 shoes ...and no problema brod

[@RyanLutz]

Glad to hear it! Thank you.

[@teamcamel1755]

Ryan thanks for posting all of your videos 😁 p.S When is the wrc truggy release I'm still waiting for it 😁😁😁🐇

[@RyanLutz]

You’re welcome. Unknown right now. I’d say a year min.

[@jesseortega8598]

Is that four shoe clutch set up still available? That set up looks more precise for on/ off throttle throughout the powerband! Especially for a track like Revelation!

[@RyanLutz]

Yes on LutzRc.com under clutches.

[@daveperryLXXVII]

What size is the shime for the bell spacing as i am missing parts also if you would know the screw size to finish it off. I have a hpi 3.0

[@RyanLutz]

If you are trying to take up space on the crankshaft they are 5x7mm shims.
If you are needing to ‘extend’ the crankshaft they are 3x5mm shims.
A screw to cap it off can be a 3mm screw and you would need to add an appropriate shim for it. Or some companies also make a 3mm screw with a flange for the purpose.

[@Douger318]

Looks like a nice clutch system. Will these work on a tekno truggy.

[@RyanLutz]

Yes it should. Just need a Tekno style clutch bell for it.

[@cammac1393]

Cool video. Do you have to have that special tool to assemble it?

[@RyanLutz]

First off it does come out of the package already assembled with a nice setup. But with a flat blade screwdriver and perhaps some channel locks or pliers you can still disassemble and reassemble it. 👍🏼

[@jesseortega8598]

Can you use graphite grease to lube up those Clutch pins Ryan.

[@RyanLutz]

I’ve never tried so not sure. I assume would need to be very careful not to get it on the shoes and create a slip.

[@gimmimalighterback3726]

Hello

[@nathanadkins58]

fairly certain that ain't Osha approved lol

[@michaelinzitari]

You talking about how he lives his whole life with his exacto knife in his hand?