hey guys, im pulling my engine and getting it rebuilt. While its out i was thinking of replacing at least the flywheel, with a nice light one. Is it fine to just replace the flywheel? without replacing the clutch? All the after market ones will just bolt right up? Im thinking about the SR Flywheel.

i wont be having huge power around 350bhp. thanks guys, like always allot of help!

-Mark

 

Why?

 

what the hell kind of response is that? if ya got nothing positive or constructive to say, please keep it to yourself. thanks

And if you need me to re word it, just ask, what and where you don't understand.

 

i believe the answer is yes u can, but u'll also need a auto rear counterweight

 

he might be a special member with special needs, you know the type...
what will the car be used for? just on the streets? autox? drag? these are the questions you ask yourself before buying a clutch.

 

He's not trying to buy a clutch, he's trying to buy a lightweight flywheel. At least proofread what you are writing if you're going to flame someone.

AFAIK, you CAN use a lightweight flywheel with a stock clutch... however, I think it's stupid not to replace it while you are in the area. Clutch kits are very inexpensive compared to the time/labor to take them out, and you'll very likely be slipping at 350whp on the stocker. Just do the job right the first time so you don't have to worry about it for awhile.

Also, unless you're buying a brand new flywheel from a fellow member or friend, DO NOT buy it from SR Motorsport's website. I have seen too many threads that have been started because they have ripped people off. Take a look at the A.C.T. Street/Strip, it sounds about right for what you're looking for.

 

Yea just for the street. Thats why im going for a SR flywheel, its 9 lb's. Should be good, its not so light that i will have a tough time starting as a 7lb Flywheel would. that's for the info guys!

 

Thanks MADDSLOW. I may be buying it from a fellow member and it is lightly used. I may go for a clutch as well. thanks for the tip.

-Mark

 

9 lbs, afaik, is the 2nd lightest flywheel you can buy for the FD. The only one I know of that is lighter is the 8.5 lb Fidanza. I'm currently using a 9lb ACT; it takes about a week to get used to. After that, it's all butter

 

The stock clutch won't last long at over 300 rwhp. I have an ACT street/strip clutch & ACT HD pressure plate. Its a bit stiffer than stock, but not so stiff that it is uncomfortable.

 

lighter flywheel means higher revs while you are getting the car moving. if anything it will increase the wear, and a stock clutch unit..especially a used one wont last very long.

 

Adam hit the nail on the head.

350 rwhp with the corresponding torque=slipping stock clutch.

the ACT street/strip is a great choice.

A-rod is correct also, SR is a crook, search 'shane racing' and my username and you'll find all sorts of bad stuff.

A light flywheel will not cause increased wear on the clutch disc, although a 6 puck clutch *will* cause increased wear on the flywheel

 

Gooo info guys, thanks. A guy in the For sale section is selling a SR flywheel and clutch kit, for 450 i think im going to pick it up, its used. But should do the job, rather then paying over 850 buks.

 

I have a light flywheel with an oem clutch and I have no complaints. I installed the new flywheel with a brand new oem clutch kit. I daily drive my car. Getting the car moving from a stop isnt a big deal like everyone makes it out to be. I dont find myself revving the car higher than I used to with a stock flywheel.

 

sure u can use but will lost the torque and speed in final gear

 

My all steel wheel started at 14lbs and with some slots cut around the outer dia it is now 12.3 lbs .I do not have to rev to move off in first gear .The pp is from ACT and the plate is a Mazda comp race part . This seems fine on the street ,easy to take off and no slipping after more tham 60k miles .

 

12.3 is pretty damn light, just about the same as a lightweight flywheel + counterweight? nice

 

That is one of the dumbest statements I have ever read on this forum. Please explain (if you can) why you think an FD will lose torque and speed in 5th gear with a light flywheel.

 

haha, id like to know aswell ^^

 

fidanza lists the aluminum flywheel for FD as 10lbs. confused about this, is this a newer heavier version? or has it always been 10lbs? i weighed mine and it came out to around 8.5

 

I've never seen a 10lb Fidanza, but you may be correct. Here is the one I am referring to:

http://www.sportcompactonly.com/Mazd...0350_v-152.htm