In reply to all that responded... Thank you!

I guess it is possible that the Sachs (OEM) replacement clutch is bad.

I have also heard about the mod of removing the clutch and working on the actuator pin... but what I was told over on benzworld was to remove 2mm as opposed to increasing it.

Bottom line - The APA aftermarket clutch seems to work prefectly provided the cover on the front rectangular housing does not come loose.

Is there any definitive opinion on which clutch works the best - Sachs OEM or the APA aftermarket.

Thanks again for the replies.

Brian