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Dear Dave,<br>
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There are many variables that can cause premature clutch wear; improper operation (riding the clutch being the most common), defective parts (not likely knowing Mitsubishi�s quality), improper maintenance, and type of hard service (severe). <br>
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I know of one 7264 (the replacement model for the 7234), looks like a wreck, but has over 1300 hours and the clutch is strong. Another 7264 that looks showroom new, also used commercially, has gone through three clutches with only about 500 hours on the clock. The dogeared Cub is used mostly for mowing very large acreages, while the nice looking one is used in landscaping: loader work, backhoe work, moving heavy rocks and balled trees into position, etc. <br>
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Regardless of the way they look it is the severity of use that sets them apart. So if your machine isn�t in severe duty, then I�d look to the other possibilities that I mentioned. Not knowing all of the details of your operation I can only guess, and my guess is you have either a case of improper maintenance or faulty parts.<br>
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I hope that you took the time to completely read and fully understand the excellent owner's manual that came with your tractor. Pages 120 and 121 describe the TWO adjustments to the dual clutch found on the synchro transmission units that must be made every 200 hours of operation. <br>
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Is it possible that you missed one of the two adjustments? Step one is to adjust the Free Pedal Movement to within 0.8 to 1.2 inches. This will ensure that you do not wear out the disc (friction plate) early, or cause hard shifting. Follow the instructions to the letter, don't forget to torque the rod nuts to between 32 and 40 lbs ft. <br>
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With that done, you must go to Step two and adjust the Maximum Pedal Movement to between 4.9 and 5.1 inches. Follow the illustrations paying careful attention to the placement of your ruler, improper measurement is the number one cause of poor performance. Could you have measured wrong? Have a helper push down on the pedal while you measure - measure twice.<br>
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You shouldn't need to replace the clutch for at least 1500 to 2000 hours in light duty use.<br>
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A final note of caution, please don't attempt to replace the clutch on your own. This repair requires two factory tools: CAS 2169 for alignment and CAS 2170 for total height setting. You must split the tractor, support it fully, during the repair, and you really should have an experienced Mitsubishi / CC mechanic examine the parts. You may find that you have excessive run-out of the flywheel, the clutch cover assembly bolts may be loose, and that the disc is not mating properly, check to ensure that the clutch arm is not rotating on its shaft. The arm must rotate the shaft, not spin on it. Any of these could also cause or contribute to your problem. <br>
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I can't think of anything else so I wish you well. I often read the posts here and I'll try to respond should you need more help. Best of luck!

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