"bfd" > wrote in message
oups.com...
> I agree if the CSL clutch is "wearing out", then its due to driver
> abuse. The BMW 850CSL clutch is the "upgrade" for the E39 M5 and E52
> Z8:
>
> http://www.uucmotorwerks.com/flywheel/V8/index.htm
>
> As the ad says, this clutch is setup to give "normal" lifespan
> comparable to standard BMW models, 50K-80K miles depending on driving
> style. If you're getting less mileage on your clutch than this, its
> due to driver abuse.....
>

50K to 80k miles? I just swapped mine out 'cause the throwout bearing
went -- 344,000km, could have put it back in but I had bought a kit anyway.

-Russ.