Ok so i have a JDM B18c Type R & before i swap it in my integra im planning on taking tranny off to see if the clutch is bad or not ..what signs should i look for bad clutch or going bad?

Thanks!

 

check for any damage to springs and pads, if the pads are nearly used down to the rivets it should be changed

 

I will take pics of it whenever i remove tranny

 

You should replace the clutch anyways if ur planning on swapping out the engine..but usually slippage is a great sign of a bad clutch..also depends on how u drive it..if you get on it all the time ir clutch might wear more on one side than the other..usually the side that contacts the flywheel also u can tell ur pressire plate is goin bad is if u notice that ur pedal is getting really soft..but u should also. Listen for bearing noises especially ur throw out bearing..that takes a **** and byebye pressure plate

 

Ok well im jst going to replace my clutch to play it on the safe side ..whats a good stage 2 clutch?

 

Any suggestions on what brand of stage 2 clutch to get?? I'm thinking of act stage 2 ,exedy & compative

 

just know what you're getting if you go stage 2 or 3----super hard engagements

i would go with exedy stage 1 for smooth engagement and can hold good amounts of power..up to 275??

 

you should change the clutch if your planning on swapping out the engine as some one earlier stated

 

Oh I will..lol but what's the best clutch & light weighted flywheel combo?

 

exedy oem clutch and your stock R flywheel. if you do not have the stock R flywheel use the 9.5lb exedy flywheel. it's better balanced than the fidanza and can be resurfaced

if you autocross or drive hard frequently upgrade that to the exedy stage 1 clutch with the same flywheel

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you do not ever need the stage 2 + clutches unless the car is boosted or a dedicated course car running on slicks

 

I was thinking of getting a stage 2 act clutch 6 puck that way it will go with my future mods also planning to save up for a toda flywheel or a fidanza flywheel any suggestions?

Also Im not planning on swapping my motor till i paint it so mid spring ... ill only have IM either performer X or skunk2 IM & good set of header ..getting either toda header or tri y rage header or keeping the 98 spec itr 4-1 header ..for now then building the head & i wanna get a stage 2 clutch..because if i get a stage 1 im going to have to upgrade again once i do mods.. a friend of mine is selling me a brand new still in box & everything not open ACT Clutch xtreme 6 Puck AI4-XTG6 Integra DC B18C B16A for $350 is that a good deal??

 

Anyone?

 

What mods? Unless you are going FI, stick with Stage 1

 

I said my mods in my post ..lol Im either debating on Performer X IM or Skunk2 IM & Tri-y rage header & good tune on hondata s300 then later after saving build head valve train cams..

 

Also it shldnt really matter if its stock or not i have a friend with a stage 2 clutch in his jdm gsr.. & He loves it no problems

 

..and people said stage 1. then you said you wanted stg 2 for future plans. so if you want to follow advice you asked for, stg 2 is excessive. otherwise why ask if you arent going to listen to people?

 

Well i have a friend with a stage 2 clutch & he hasnt had any problems & his motor is bone stock so i dnt get it ..

 

The point is its overkill, you don't need it, it does nothing for you at all, unless your boosted. Also it will wear faster. Stage 1 will be perfect for your setup.

 

you have your mind already made up, quit wasting our time, you're not even looking for advice as you keep rejecting what people say.

there's an extremely good reason i said what i did before

 

i agree stage 1 i had a stage 2 in my da b18b jdm motor and i blew threw that clutch so fast after that i went to the stage 1 omg its so much smother and a loter better shifting from stop to go

 

The point is why buy a clutch that you wont really need? Stage 1 will do very well for your setup. It all depends on the setup and how much you're putting out.