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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 11:04 AM
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Is there a "sprung" 6 puck out there for the FD?

Hey guys, I've been looking at buying a 6 puck, but I REALLY want something that's going to be sprung. Everything I've found is solid. Does anybody know where I can find a sprung 6 puck? Thanks a lot! ~A-Rod
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 11:32 AM
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I have the Spec stage 3 with a sprung 6 puck and i love it, it's very streetable and it holds the power as well. $489 from Rx7store.net
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 12:07 PM
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 12:52 PM
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www.specclutch.com, I thought I had mentioned my setup to you antonio.
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 02:56 PM
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I got mine from clutchnet.com and its a pretty good price
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 04:38 PM
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I have the Spec stage 3 with a sprung 6 puck and i love it, it's very streetable and it holds the power as well. $489 from Rx7store.net
I can only find the 4-puck in stage 3. I found an ACT 6 puck sprung from here, maybe I'll check that out. Thanks! ~A-Rod
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 04:39 PM
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www.specclutch.com, I thought I had mentioned my setup to you antonio.
They didn't really have any pictures or descriptions, not that I could find, anyway. You know how much I love pictures before I buy! ~A-Rod
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 04:46 PM
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Rather than making a new thread, anyone know where I could get a flywheel counterweight for the best price? I know rx7store's is 125, but I thought I've seen a few cheaper... any reason?
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 04:54 PM
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Go to www.specclutch.com, click on 'products,' 'stage 3' and then the flashing 'info.'

If you want a cheap auto c/w, get one in the 2nd gen parts for sale section. don't forget the hardware, worst case you can order it from ray at malloy.
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 05:08 PM
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 05:20 PM
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EXACTLY what I was looking for, thank you! ~A-Rod
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 06:56 PM
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Sorry, one more question. Someone mentioned that my ACT HD P/P may not work with this clutch because it is a different brand... is this true?
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 06:58 PM
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Originally Posted by GoodfellaFD3S
If you want a cheap auto c/w, get one in the 2nd gen parts for sale section. don't forget the hardware, worst case you can order it from ray at malloy.
Don't forget it needs to be an S5. S4 rotors are heavier than S5-S6.
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Originally Posted by MADDSLOW
Sorry, one more question. Someone mentioned that my ACT HD P/P may not work with this clutch because it is a different brand... is this true?
Not true. You can use the ACT PP with the disc.
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 07:10 PM
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I don't recommend any kind of 6 puck for the street. Although they are capable of holding more power, most are a bitch and a half to drive smoothly on the street.
You have to resort to slipping the clutch, which leads to very quick flywheel friction surface wear. I ran the act/racing beat combo and it sucked. Unless you are running 20+ lbs of boost, you don't need a 6 puck. An act street/strip will be plenty. Better yet, an Exedy twin disk would be the best option for the street and track if you can afford it.
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 07:29 PM
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What kind of whp will this disc support?

http://www.racingbeat.com/FRmazda3.htm Part #12508

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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 08:04 PM
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but i thought u werent gonna go over 12 psi?????....lol
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 08:08 PM
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Originally Posted by Rotary Experiment Seven
I don't recommend any kind of 6 puck for the street. Although they are capable of holding more power, most are a bitch and a half to drive smoothly on the street.
You have to resort to slipping the clutch, which leads to very quick flywheel friction surface wear. I ran the act/racing beat combo and it sucked. Unless you are running 20+ lbs of boost, you don't need a 6 puck. An act street/strip will be plenty. Better yet, an Exedy twin disk would be the best option for the street and track if you can afford it.
ihor, i believe ur statement is true. but it all depends on the way u drive an act street/strip lasted 2 weeks in my car....and an unsprung 6 puck has been good for my car but if u like smooth engagement, less noise ect, go w ss.
i now run sprung 4puck and it feels better than my unsprung 6 puck.
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 08:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Stanello
Don't forget it needs to be an S5. S4 rotors are heavier than S5-S6.
Good point, thanks

I agree with Ihor, for your application antonio, the ACT street/strip (HD-00) is the best clutch around, it'll handle anything the stock twins can throw at it.
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 08:52 PM
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hey madslow horsepowerfreaks.com has act 6 puck sprung. hey have pretty good prices. aslo they will match or beat any advertised price on act products. i just purchased a clutch kit and they beat the price plus free shipping.
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Old Jul 30, 2007 | 12:25 AM
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Originally Posted by justturbo2
hey madslow horsepowerfreaks.com has act 6 puck sprung. hey have pretty good prices. aslo they will match or beat any advertised price on act products. i just purchased a clutch kit and they beat the price plus free shipping.
Hey man, just checked it out, says they have one that feels a lot like stock(no free shipping though ). The reason I am leaning towards a 6 puck is because I am planning on going single sometime late next year. I know a year sounds like a long time away, but I only put about 5,000 a year max on my FD, and this year is almost over(for the FD). I figure I might as well get it out of the way now, rather than have the hassle of replacing it when I make more power.

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Old Jul 30, 2007 | 12:42 AM
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I have the ACT sprung 6puck with the HD pressure plate from RX7Store and also run the ACT Streetlite flywheel... it was a bitch for the first few hundred miles breaking it in but after about 400 miles it felt great. Easily streetable and grabs great!
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Old Jul 30, 2007 | 05:04 PM
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maddslow also look at horsepowerfreaks own disc that they make. it is suppose to be really good. they say you can slip the clutch and also no chatter. it alittle expensive,$320-340 just the disc. good luck
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Old Jul 30, 2007 | 05:06 PM
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Originally Posted by justturbo2
maddslow also look at horsepowerfreaks own disc that they make. it is suppose to be really good. they say you can slip the clutch and also no chatter. it alittle expensive,$320-340 just the disc. good luck
It is on sale for $180
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Old Jul 30, 2007 | 05:18 PM
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dam thats cheap i'm gong to give them a call.
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