Shopping for a clutch but having the hardest time deciding
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Shopping for a clutch but having the hardest time deciding
I'm shopping for a clutch and i'm not sure which to go with...So far a lot of people has told me to go with ACT Heavy Duty Street Clutch and there are some that told me to go with the Clutchmaster stage 3, and last my friend Paul from dezod told me to go with Competition Clutch. Now I need everyone's opinion and experience with any of the these clutches and what would you recommend me getting?
Also for the flywheel I'm thinking about going with fidanza and if you have a reason why I shouldn't and by all means explain.
Also for the flywheel I'm thinking about going with fidanza and if you have a reason why I shouldn't and by all means explain.
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Competition Clutch Stage 3 or 4 is the way to go. Definately go with their flywheel as it is forged steel as opposed to weak aluminum. I see so many problems with aluminum flywheels it's not even funny. From warping to breakage but mostly it is the fasteners that hold on the steel plate onto it. Remember, steel and aluminum have different thermal expansion rates. Over time those fasteners can loosen or break and when that happens you can kiss the flywheel, the clutch and the trans goodbye.
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It's just that I don't hear a lot of people I know who owns a shop talk about competition clutch a lot......to be honest half of them never even heard of it. I didn't either until Paul told me lol
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Go w/ 1 that has your hp rating and use that 1. If you can get away w/ a stage 2 or 3, then you don't need a stage 4. I've gone w/ clutches that held more power than I was putting down, and it was a pain in the ___. Heavy clutches in stop and go traffic suck
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I've driven the Competition Clutch Stage 2, 3 and 4. All are drivable in everyday traffic conditions but the 2 and 3 are definately a bit easier to drive. They are about the same in terms of drivability but the Stage 3 holds a bit more power due to the segmented disc (albeit it costs a bit more). If you have stock motor stage 2 or 3 is MORE than enough for turbo power. If you plan on building will depends on how much power you plan to make. I've used a stage 2 clutch and holds 350 ft lbs and 350 WHP with ease.
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I'd have to agree with Paul & Dan about this. Go with a Competition Stage 2/3/4 depending on your power goals and you will be fine. Its a great clutch, and also go with their flywheel as well. I have mine sitting in my garage waiting for install.
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PostPosted: 12/6/07 10:58AM Post subject:
I've driven the Competition Clutch Stage 2, 3 and 4. All are drivable in everyday traffic conditions but the 2 and 3 are definately a bit easier to drive. They are about the same in terms of drivability but the Stage 3 holds a bit more power due to the segmented disc (albeit it costs a bit more). If you have stock motor stage 2 or 3 is MORE than enough for turbo power. If you plan on building will depends on how much power you plan to make. I've used a stage 2 clutch and holds 350 ft lbs and 350 WHP with ease.
PostPosted: 12/6/07 10:58AM Post subject:
I've driven the Competition Clutch Stage 2, 3 and 4. All are drivable in everyday traffic conditions but the 2 and 3 are definately a bit easier to drive. They are about the same in terms of drivability but the Stage 3 holds a bit more power due to the segmented disc (albeit it costs a bit more). If you have stock motor stage 2 or 3 is MORE than enough for turbo power. If you plan on building will depends on how much power you plan to make. I've used a stage 2 clutch and holds 350 ft lbs and 350 WHP with ease.
. Would you choose a stage 3, stage 4, or a completely different clutch all together. ( A twin ?) Just curious
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Well actually if you are going that much power they have a stage 5 which I think you'll need. Stage 4 should handle 500 WHP but probably not much more than that. If you are interested in a GT35R kit I have one I put together for someone and they want something different. Custom manifold, 3 inch downpipe and stainless vband housing. That kit should lay down 600 WHP.
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