LT1 T56 failed throw out bearing

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Just wanted to post this here as well in case you don't wonder into my build thread. I lost all clutch control a few days ago. After pulling the transmission I found that my throw out bearing had come apart.

Clutch is a Luk replacement. I'm using a Fidanza flywheel if that matters. I've got 50k miles on this setup easily. Looks like the flange that rests against and is pushed by the fork sheared off the center section. Any ideas why or how? Just thinking there might be some other cause besides a failed throw out bearing.






Also, it looks like my fork was contacting the pressure plate. I'm guessing this may be a result of the throw out bearing starting to fail before it finally let loose.





Thanks