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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 02:57 PM
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Question Best clutch question

I did a quick search on this and found nothing so sorry if i am asking a stupid question.

I have a 1992 rhd fd from japan and my clutch is going.
the performance mods i have done are;

-high flow cat
-intake
-power fc

My intended goal is to make around 400-450 horse power when i am done with this car but i still want to be able to drive it around in the city (on a day to day basis in the summer)

What is the best possible clutch/flywheel/counterweight combination I can get to handle that kind of power but still maintaining the (more or less) "street" feel?
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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 03:08 PM
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ACT xtreme PP w/ Street disc

very steetable
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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 03:23 PM
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What about the act prolite flywheel? is there anything else comparable to it?
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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 03:34 PM
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in price, not really
I don't run one, but have heard nothing but good things
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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 03:34 PM
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I ran the ACT HD/ SS with the prolite flywheel, it was great until I tried to launch it hard at the track. Then it wouldn't hold at all. You'll need to get a new clutch if you make it to the 400 to 450 rwhp range. As it is now, you've got a long long way to go so I wouldn't worry about the SS not holding for now. It's a great clutch and it's very streetable.
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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 03:36 PM
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I have a ACT HD/SS in my boosted 323 and it holds great I lov eit!
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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 03:47 PM
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sorry for the super noob question but if i were to get the xd instead of the hd would that hold up better for higher horsepower? or does it have everything to do with the disk.

and what is SS?
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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 04:03 PM
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Clutches are rated by torque (though everybody references HP when talking about them..)

I'm running an Exedy Stage 2 clutch with 325 (british) rwhp, would be about 370-380rwhp in the US. Using that and the stock flywheel and am quite pleased.

The SS people are referring to means Street/Strip.
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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 04:11 PM
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^^so you are using this clutch? http://www.racinglab.com/exedy-clutch-s2-thick-029.html

other noob question: whats the difference between stage 1 through 4?

And what is the exact function of the clutch and the disk? For example why would I get the craziest clutch but just a street disk? I assume it has something to do with the slippage...

What about a counterweight? will the normal one suffice for anything act?

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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 04:21 PM
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That looks about right, though I'm not using a 3-puck (I believe mine is either 4 or 6), I'd have to look through my receipts to be sure.

Mine handles really well and isn't too rough on engagement (I wear wrestling shoes to drive for better pedal feel though). Takes the power like a champ, and 350+ on a 7 is more than you'll ever really need ^_^


I got mine from www.rx7.com (clutch isn't listed on website, call in and ask them). I'd say check there, the guys working there know their stuff and would be able to help you with the right setup.

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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 04:34 PM
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This one is listed as "Cerametallic" I have a Metallic clutch, and it only cost me $594.00 (+$38.00 for a Stainless steel clutch line).
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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 04:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Semograd
I did a quick search on this and found nothing so sorry if i am asking a stupid question.

I have a 1992 rhd fd from japan and my clutch is going.
the performance mods i have done are;

-high flow cat
-intake
-power fc

My intended goal is to make around 400-450 horse power when i am done with this car but i still want to be able to drive it around in the city (on a day to day basis in the summer)

What is the best possible clutch/flywheel/counterweight combination I can get to handle that kind of power but still maintaining the (more or less) "street" feel?

SAME THE ACT EXTREME WITH STREET DISC IS THE BEST

going single turbo and id recommend the 6 puck. have that in my car and love it!
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Old Nov 5, 2008 | 04:57 PM
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the 6 puck solid or spring race disk?
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Old Nov 6, 2008 | 08:14 AM
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with an ACT clutch disk and flywheel what is the suggested counterweight? can i stick with the one already in the car or should i go for another one now that I have everything apart?
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Old Nov 6, 2008 | 09:28 AM
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ACT street/strip setup

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Old Nov 6, 2008 | 11:37 AM
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^^ that setup includes/acts as the counterweight?
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Old Dec 4, 2008 | 10:54 PM
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http://www.rx7store.net/category_s/167.htm


there, comes with everything u need
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Old Dec 5, 2008 | 05:49 AM
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^ Um.... such insight certainly deserves to bump a month old thread












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Old Dec 5, 2008 | 01:22 PM
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Originally Posted by surfmon
ACT xtreme PP w/ Street disc

very steetable
Originally Posted by Semograd
What about the act prolite flywheel? is there anything else comparable to it?
I am running this exact setup, ACT Xtreme PP w/ Street Disc and the ACT ProLite flywheel. I LOVE this setup... I've long thought of the 9.5lb flywheel as my favorite mod. The engine revs so freely, and the the clutch is completely streetable, very smooth. I had an ACT six puck unsprung hub w/ the Xteme pressure plate on my old Prelude and it was awful, such a bitch to drive around town. I would not recommend an unsprung hub for any street car.

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Old Dec 6, 2008 | 01:51 AM
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Originally Posted by White94RX
ACT street/strip setup

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i hate when people say this...

there are actually a few choices(while still keeping a smooth clutch feel):

act street strip
centerforce duel friction(i have this and it works wonderfully)
exedy twin disk

these will all give you what your looking for. if you really plan on making 300+TORQUE, then go with the exedy. the act ss and centerforce df wont hold up near as well. the exedy will cost you alot though. most likely $800-$3500.

and with the flywheel...if you want a stock feel. keep the stock flywheel! if you get a lightened it will make the revs drop a good bit faster. if your tracking your car, then go as light as possible and get used to bliping the throttle...alot

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