Ditto...The plate should be able to slide back and forth relatively freely..As the hole in the plate is circular and the back of the clutch sleeve is circular there will only be a 'point contact' anyway and if the plate is free to move there won't be any contact pressure on it either ...Ian

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Thanks again for the input. It's back together, I'll put a few miles on it & check.

Ian,

Yes, you are absolutely right. My mistake.

Allan

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