need clutch..

Discussion in 'Modifications And Maintenance' started by tksti, May 31, 2009.

  1. tksti
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    just wondering what you guys would recommend.. my oem clutch is slipping.. what kind of clutch should I get?? OEM or aftermarket? If aftermarket what kind?
     
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    readymix ...Lest ye be trod upon... Staff Member

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    I'd just get an OEM type clutch. Not sure on the STi, but the WRX was an Exedy OEM clutch.
     
  3. 6MTizzle
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    6MTizzle 2SLO

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    I would also recommend staying stock until your power level requires it.
     
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    Stage 1 Exedy(if you want an aftermarket) I am running this clutch on a stage 2 setup and it is awesome. It can handle the abuse I give it.
     
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    readymix ...Lest ye be trod upon... Staff Member

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    Stage 1 Exedy is the same as the OEM clutch.
     
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    mnkta boys will hook you up!
     
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    Yup, we can hook you up with the parts, MNSOC can hook you up with the discount if you become a mebmer.
     
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    A friend of mine. he was thinking I should buy a clutch that will handle a lot more than I have now. Basically thinking for the future so I dont have to buy another clutch. I am sorry who is Mntka boys? If your talking about subaru in tonka. my mom works for Walser so I can get a employee discount on parts
     
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    The only problem with getting a higher torque rated clutch is that the action will be heavier and it will be more work to drive. My advice would be the same as the other guys, get an OEM or only slightly higher torque rated clutch, especially if the car is your DD.
     
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    I was looking at a ACT stage 1 or 2 and Exedy stage 1 or 2 I am also thinking if I have the money to get a lightened flywheel.
     
  11. readymix
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    readymix ...Lest ye be trod upon... Staff Member

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    And I'll say it again, and Exedy Stage 1 clutch is the OEM clutch in your car.
     
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    I know it is... so far everyone is more for the OEM clutch ... I thought going one step up would be better.
     
  13. Bullwinkle
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    Well, like I said, clutches come in torque ratings. In general, the higher the "stage" the higher the torque rating. However, higher torque rating basically just means more clamping force. If your clutch has more clamping force, the "feel" of the clutch pedal will be much more stiff, and the clutch will grab much more quickly.

    A quick engaging clutch with a stiff pedal feel is not a good thing to have on your DD.

    This is why, in general, the best advice is to pick a clutch with the lowest torque rating you need. And why picking a higher rated clutch just because you might upgrade in the future is a bad idea.

    But yes, the Exedy or Act "stage 1" clutches would be good. Just make sure you stick to a full disk clutch, not a 6 puck or something like that.
     
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    thank you for the lesson. I am more edjamacated now. sorry if I am being a pain just want info before I buy.
     
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    deegee Well-Known Member

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    Orrrrrr if you are looking for something heavy duty with more of a stock feel . . . ahem
     
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    holy expensive! thats alittle out of my price range LOL
     
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    readymix ...Lest ye be trod upon... Staff Member

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    That's ok, you should never buy from vividracing anyway.
     
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    piddster Lone Wolf

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    LOL, Vivid is AT LEAST $600 out of line with a lot of vendors on that clutch.



    I have the Hyper Single and it holds what my stock STi clutch cannot, and I beat it like it owes me money. The stock clutch started to slip at about 350 lb-ft.
     
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    This is the honest truth. Never Ever Again will I do business with them.:mad: