Clutch Suggestions? In the Market today.

[Turbo Habanero]

Hey guys i was just looking for some options to go with for a new clutch setup currently i'm Stock OEM replacement (3,000miles) Flywheel/PP/Clutch/Bearings

My mods and power ill need to support

7M-GTE/R-154
Driftmotion Intercooler Kit (2.5inch piping)
3inch Turbo Back
CT-26 60-1 @ 20psi
Apexi Power intake
Maft Pro
560'cc injectors
Lexus AFM

I'm looking for something that will hold at least 500whp (Just in case i ever make it there)



Thanks in Advance
-Jordan

 

[Neodeuccio]

Wow, no responses to this? I'm about to be in the same boat, so I was hoping for some thoughts.

 

[toyotanos]

Well, for what it's worth, I really liked my Spec stage 3+ a lot. It had stock pedal feel, easy engagement, and had really long life. Problem is it's pretty heavy, and expensive. Shifting will have to be slower than a lighter puck-style clutch, just so you know.

I have heard good things about South Bend's clutch lineup, but I have no firsthand experience with 'em.

 

[supraguy@aol]

Well, there ARE alot of threads concerning clutch selection in this power range, maybe that's why it's quiet in here.
I have similar power goals, and I intend to go with a Spec 2+ or 3+.

 

[Neodeuccio]

So Spec seems to be the brand of choice. Any preferences as to vender? The only aftermarket vender I've worked with is TitanMotorsports, and they're great, but expensive.

 

[shipkiller]

6 puck ceramic disk from raptor racing with the stock pp. That is a cheap and good setup for the mods you have

 

[PureDrifter]

huge fan of ACT clutches....
plus most of theirs are SFI certed.

 

[Mr.Yuk]

Oddly enough I'm running a Sachs 6 puck sprung hub ceramic button type set up.. on a w58 with a GTE attached. Whilst breaking it in, it was a bit chattery, but seems to be holding just fine and haven't experienced any issues. I know it isn't a Spec or Southbend or anything... but it works pretty damn well.

 

[gsxr141]

i've heard a lot of bad things regarding spec clutches.

 

[emericaskater285]

6 puck ceramic disk from raptor racing with the stock pp. That is a cheap and good setup for the mods you have

Is there any way someone could link me to this? I would like to check it out, but it seems Raptor racing's website doesn't show it.

 

[shipkiller]

send him a email

 

[tErbo b00st]

Yea, I would stay away from Spec. I've read a few too many stories about the clutches shattering, and when that thing is spinning at 5k rpm right near my legs I'd rather play it a little safe.

I run a ACT 6 puck with extreme pressure plate and love it. I drift, so I beat the piss out of the clutch and it hasn't cared. After 4 years I swapped motors and replaced the clutch with a new unit and left the pressure plate. Didn't even break it in and it's holding strong.

I'm also a really big fan of Exedy stage 2, but havn't run that specifically on the MKiii.