anyone using rx7store Spec stage 2 clutch
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anyone using rx7store Spec stage 2 clutch
Is there anyone using the rx7store spec 2 clutch Stage 2 - Clutch Kit w/ Kevlar Street Disc Torque=465lbs. How is the pedal feel? how much hp hold it hold? i am using my car mainly for street with some strip. i am pushing around 350whp but may push up to 450whp with the single turbo setup. would it hold?
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The Spec clutches, stages 1-3 mainly, have a fairly light pedal. If i'm not mistaken, stages 1/2 utilize a factory style pressure plate, and stage 3 uses an upgraded pressure plate. One thing I must mention about Spec though, is they do REQUIRE at least a 500-1,000 mile break in before they will really hold the power, unlike ACT where in most situations they are good to go as new(or quick break-in). I have seen many Spec clutches that have been removed with 800-1000 miles on them and they still have yet to achieve full contact with disc/pressure plate (in other words, not fully broken in).
Too many people put the Spec's in and beat the crap out of them, and complain that they are not holding the power. They work great, but you must break them in properly. For your set-up, I would recommend a stg.3 with a decent flywheel (hopefully new or resurfaced). The stg.3 has a slightly heavier pedal than stock and can handle the power you are looking for.
Too many people put the Spec's in and beat the crap out of them, and complain that they are not holding the power. They work great, but you must break them in properly. For your set-up, I would recommend a stg.3 with a decent flywheel (hopefully new or resurfaced). The stg.3 has a slightly heavier pedal than stock and can handle the power you are looking for.
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+1 w/ Ryan. I have a stage 3 that was properly broke in and it holds great w/ 370+ whp. Pedal feel is light. Engagemnt is a bit harsh but has gotten much better as time goes by (break in). I am using a new ACT light flywheel w/ it. G
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i am being offered a cusco clutch with flywheel for around for around $300 bucks. it is a used clutch but still in good condition. how does a lighted flywheel affects my driveability? faster revs but how about idling?
idling is fine, I have the fidanza 8.5 lb flywheel in mine and it's great, I also have the ACT stage 2 clutch and I highly recommend it. The combo is great, just not so hot on drag launches... oops, oh well, next time I pull the tranny I'm just gonna get a lightened and resurfaced stock one as I have one sitting in my garage.