The great difference between the new clutch pedal effort and the old infers a major problem with the old pressure plate. Finger ends were ragged and uneven. Not likely caused only by a possible collision with the input shaft during transmission removal because they are raised/depressed in more than one section:
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Surface finish is still smooth but there are some discolorations:
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Clutch looked great! Barely worn!
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