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What clutch to recommend - 8/26/2008 10:28:39 AM

Genosyne

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Okay just found out the clutch in my 05 GT is going out and am looking for a new one. I have been told to go with a 6 pad, puck, button clutch as a replacement to my OEM one. I have researched ACT, Exedy, Clutchmasters, and Spec. I have seen mixed reviews from all of them. I am wanting to know what I should go with, will it screw up my transmission, do I need to replace the flywheel, and what will it do to my overall engine life?

I would prefer a clutch that isn''t organic, that can stand up to hard driving (street), that will last more than 3 years (if possible). The OEM clutch has lasted approx. 36,000 miles. I am told by another member in the forum that my clutch should have lasted longer.

Any ideas or knowledge would help.....Thanx

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RE: What clutch to recommend - 8/26/2008 1:08:09 PM

TheEngineer

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if your clutch only lasted that long then it seems someone didnt know how to drive a standard that owned it. But i wouldnt go with a 6-puck since youll loose alot of the streetability from it. Just go with a street disc. Just make sure you get a sprung disc. And i would stay away from spec. But the other three are all decent clutches

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Even tho My car looks great It will never be fast. Kinda like a hot girl that dosent give it up

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RE: What clutch to recommend - 8/26/2008 1:26:52 PM

Genosyne

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What do mean by streetability? I was remiss with the term and applicational use of "rev matching", and I burnt the clutch. Though I am now practicing the technique.

Thanx

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