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Old 01-18-05, 02:56 AM
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If I aim for about 380whp, will this clutch hold the power?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...category=33730

The seller told me it will hold up to 400rhp but any more and I need their racing clutch setup.

I am going to run an XS to4 turbo and aim for around 380rwhp with my heavy streetport engine. tell me what you guys think. the price of the clutch is good and I went in person and talked to them. I think they might be bsing me but what do you guys say.
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That looks just like an OEM replacement clutch. Depending on what you want to do with your car, you'll need a better clutch. You have a "heavy streetport" and single turbo... etc.. You'll probably be running over 400 to the wheels. I would go along the lines of this clutch.
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If you're hell bent on the HP, and the clutch, go for it. You WANT the clutch to give before the driveline. I mean it's a lot cheaper to spend 3-4 hundred on a clutch kit than 3-4K on the WHOLE driveline.
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The clutch plate or friction plate maybe a stock unit. Most upgraded clutchs include a stock friction plate and provide an upgraded pressure plate with heavier springs on it to give more holding power for higher horse power applications.
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A stock-type disc should be OK; however, the stock pressure plate is NOT adequate for 380 hp. Don't ask me how I know this... LOL.
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Originally Posted by 95R2-89TII Ground Zero
If you're hell bent on the HP, and the clutch, go for it. You WANT the clutch to give before the driveline. I mean it's a lot cheaper to spend 3-4 hundred on a clutch kit than 3-4K on the WHOLE driveline.
Last thing you want is a cheap clutch exploding underneath your legs while your driving. Honestly, i would disagree. The stock driveline not including the clutch should be able to take 350-400 RWHP.
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Originally Posted by Speed of light
A stock-type disc should be OK; however, the stock pressure plate is NOT adequate for 380 hp. Don't ask me how I know this... LOL.
I agree.
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ACT street/strip
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Originally Posted by 2-Rotor
Last thing you want is a cheap clutch exploding underneath your legs while your driving. Honestly, i would disagree. The stock driveline not including the clutch should be able to take 350-400 RWHP.
AGREED. I've bought a clutch from them b4 wen they first came out for my bro's MKIV supra and it doesnt even feel as good as the stock clutch, seriously don't get it, go ACT

better safe than sorry
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Originally Posted by flyboyjuge
ACT street/strip
This clutch is highly reccomended by all the RX-7 people on this board. It is very streetable and can handle your needs (over 400rwhp).

I have it and I like it. VERY STREETABLE and no slipping.

-scott
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Just FYI.. When you are looking at clutches, the rateing you want to pay attention to is the torque holding spec. HP has almost nothing to do with the limits of the clutch. It's all in the torque #'s.

That said, a stock disc will be alright and give streetable performance. But a new PP is a must as stated already. The Street strip from ACT is nice. I use a 6 puck ACT in mine. A bit rough but you get used to it.
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