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01-13-2005, 08:13 PM | #1 |
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clutch talk
my HD ram clutch just burnt out again after only like 6 months, and im pretty sure its not me burning the basterd. So im taking reviews on clutches. Im thinking about either a Centerforce (which i heard great things about) or a Zoom performance clutch, (i just came across).Any others i should look into?
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01-14-2005, 12:44 AM | #2 |
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Re: clutch talk
What sort of driving do you plan with your car? If you are going to be running a good amount of power (350+), I would recommend a Spec Stage III. They are a pluck design, so the engage will be rough, but the holding strength and reliability of the hook up is worth the sacrifice. Plus if you do any racing with the car, most 'stock upgrades' just don't last.
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01-14-2005, 01:43 AM | #3 |
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Re: clutch talk
im pushing around 427hp.drive plan is mainly head to head street drag.
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01-14-2005, 09:50 AM | #4 |
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Re: clutch talk
i have a centerforce II, even though my car is near stock, i love the clutch. it grips 60& more than stock, if i was you i would get the centerforce duel friction clutch, grips 90% more than stock, is around $300-350 and have heard nothing but good things from people that have it. let us know what u decide and good luck
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01-14-2005, 03:52 PM | #5 |
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Re: clutch talk
centerforce dual friction!! nuttin else compares really.. how can u beat 90% more gripping power?? hehe
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01-16-2005, 03:38 PM | #6 |
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Re: clutch talk
I am interested in feed back on the life experiences of individuals with the clutch set-ups for 500 hp stoker small blocks. I just picked up a 5.0 5 speed car and gonna drop my stroker motor in it and am curious as to which clutch set-up to run. So any more comments would be great. Street driven cruiser with ocassional track times for curiosity only.
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1983 mustang, 393 cubic inch stroker small block, victor jr heads and intake, gold race 1.6 roller rockers. comp cam 304, 244@ .050. .576" hydralic retro roller cam,lunati rods. block was o-ringed,10:1 forged pistons, speed pro fit fit rings, clevite bearings,msd distributor and igniton,be cool huge radiator, black lite electric fan, march underdrive pulleys, mildon deep sump oil pan, mac 1 3.4" long tube headers, 3" dr gas x-pipe and mac exhaust,ARP bolts. car weighs 2900 lbs w/out driver, sub frames, weld wheels, mickey thompson sportsman pro 26 x 10.5 x 15's,#8 fuel line steel braided |
01-19-2005, 10:02 AM | #7 |
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Re: clutch talk
SPEC stage 3
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01-19-2005, 04:44 PM | #8 |
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Re: clutch talk
where can i find out more information on the SPEC stage 3?
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1983 mustang, 393 cubic inch stroker small block, victor jr heads and intake, gold race 1.6 roller rockers. comp cam 304, 244@ .050. .576" hydralic retro roller cam,lunati rods. block was o-ringed,10:1 forged pistons, speed pro fit fit rings, clevite bearings,msd distributor and igniton,be cool huge radiator, black lite electric fan, march underdrive pulleys, mildon deep sump oil pan, mac 1 3.4" long tube headers, 3" dr gas x-pipe and mac exhaust,ARP bolts. car weighs 2900 lbs w/out driver, sub frames, weld wheels, mickey thompson sportsman pro 26 x 10.5 x 15's,#8 fuel line steel braided |
01-20-2005, 03:32 AM | #9 |
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Re: clutch talk
Stage Three
High-clamp pressure plate, 3-piece disc with carbon or ceramic material, bearings and a tool. ULTIMATE STREET/STRIP CLUTCH! Sharp but smooth engagement with light pedal. I'm seen MANY 10 second cars with this clutch. They kick the ass. http://www.specclutch.com/specMain.html
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01-21-2005, 02:26 PM | #10 |
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Re: clutch talk
Another vote for CenterForce DF. I love it.
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01-22-2005, 01:39 PM | #11 |
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Re: clutch talk
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Another vote for CenterForce DF. I love it. __________________ What kind of torque are those rated for? How is the pedal feel/effort?
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1983 mustang, 393 cubic inch stroker small block, victor jr heads and intake, gold race 1.6 roller rockers. comp cam 304, 244@ .050. .576" hydralic retro roller cam,lunati rods. block was o-ringed,10:1 forged pistons, speed pro fit fit rings, clevite bearings,msd distributor and igniton,be cool huge radiator, black lite electric fan, march underdrive pulleys, mildon deep sump oil pan, mac 1 3.4" long tube headers, 3" dr gas x-pipe and mac exhaust,ARP bolts. car weighs 2900 lbs w/out driver, sub frames, weld wheels, mickey thompson sportsman pro 26 x 10.5 x 15's,#8 fuel line steel braided |
01-26-2005, 12:41 AM | #12 |
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Re: clutch talk
decision was finalized to the Centerforce Dual friction clutch..
thanks for the responses.... later |
02-01-2005, 07:11 PM | #13 |
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Re: clutch talk
I think the SPEC Stage 3 or 4 is an awsome clutch. So is the Centerforce dualfriction is good too. My dad has a stage 4 spec my cousin has a stage 3 and before this new clutch my dad had a dualfriction although all of them have exterem pedal effort. Oh and my freind has a Cobra with a KB at 21psi and has a stage 3 and it holds up nice. the cobra has about 550 untuned horsepower.
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02-02-2005, 12:50 PM | #14 |
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Re: clutch talk
Everything that I've read has me pointing towards a spec stage III for my setup.
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02-02-2005, 05:28 PM | #15 |
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Re: clutch talk
well thats prolly the right clutch. i was just saying what i heard and seen
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