Aftermarket clutch parts, pressure plates, flywheels, etc.
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Aftermarket clutch parts, pressure plates, flywheels, etc.
My Honda service advisor was checking out the car and noticed a high-pitched whistle noise. Turns out it's the bearing or whatever touching the clutch plate making this noise. Offered to fix it under warranty and told me to maybe think about adding an aftermarket parts to it while the tranny's out since the labor is covered under warranty. So basically, what would you guys do?
What's are the recommended clutch, pressure plates, flywheels that you guys recommend for a stock power setup? I'm looking for OEM longevity and don't necessarily care for anything grabbier or whatever. Perhaps a Comptech flywheel would be a good thing?
No idea.
Many thx,
WRS2K
What's are the recommended clutch, pressure plates, flywheels that you guys recommend for a stock power setup? I'm looking for OEM longevity and don't necessarily care for anything grabbier or whatever. Perhaps a Comptech flywheel would be a good thing?
No idea.
Many thx,
WRS2K
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Re: Aftermarket clutch parts, pressure plates, flywheels, etc. (WRS2K)
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http://www.specclutch.com getthe lightweight pressure plate option and lightweight flywheel ...u will luv it...i ordered the stage 2 with the kevlar disc...i cant wait
http://www.specclutch.com getthe lightweight pressure plate option and lightweight flywheel ...u will luv it...i ordered the stage 2 with the kevlar disc...i cant wait
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Re: Aftermarket clutch parts, pressure plates, flywheels, etc. (Project SSAP1)
my brother just put on the act pp/6 puck unspring and comptech flywheel. It's treating him pretty well, but might get annoying in traffic. Clamps like crazy though.
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Re: Aftermarket clutch parts, pressure plates, flywheels, etc. (jolt-tsp)
i dont know if i would want to run such a harsh clutch on such a nice tranny. those clutches are not really meant for daily driving. but, to him his own...
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Yeah, not big on the ACT 394 puck disc whatever....
just want something like the OEM setup with a bit more grip.
i think i decided though... unless someone respectable pipes in with a big X
1) Comptech flywheel
2) OEM disc
3) ACT Pressure plate
just want something like the OEM setup with a bit more grip.
i think i decided though... unless someone respectable pipes in with a big X
1) Comptech flywheel
2) OEM disc
3) ACT Pressure plate
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Re: (WRS2K)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by WRS2K »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Yeah, not big on the ACT 394 puck disc whatever....
just want something like the OEM setup with a bit more grip.
i think i decided though... unless someone respectable pipes in with a big X
1) Comptech flywheel
2) OEM disc
3) ACT Pressure plate
</TD></TR></TABLE>
Thats a very common and liked setup
just want something like the OEM setup with a bit more grip.
i think i decided though... unless someone respectable pipes in with a big X
1) Comptech flywheel
2) OEM disc
3) ACT Pressure plate
</TD></TR></TABLE>
Thats a very common and liked setup
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Re: Aftermarket clutch parts, pressure plates, flywheels, etc. (jolt-tsp)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by jolt-tsp »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">my brother just put on the act pp/6 puck unspring and comptech flywheel. It's treating him pretty well, but might get annoying in traffic. Clamps like crazy though.</TD></TR></TABLE>
say goodbye to your diff!*
* no, really, say goodbye to it after installing the 6 puck.
say goodbye to your diff!*
* no, really, say goodbye to it after installing the 6 puck.
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Re: Aftermarket clutch parts, pressure plates, flywheels, etc. (Mr. Bagel)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mr. Bagel »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
say goodbye to your diff!*
* no, really, say goodbye to it after installing the 6 puck.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Diff will be fine on the crappy tires he's running now. Will probably install the reinforced one before autox'ing on the r compounds again.
say goodbye to your diff!*
* no, really, say goodbye to it after installing the 6 puck.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Diff will be fine on the crappy tires he's running now. Will probably install the reinforced one before autox'ing on the r compounds again.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by jolt-tsp »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
Diff will be fine on the crappy tires he's running now. Will probably install the reinforced one before autox'ing on the r compounds again.</TD></TR></TABLE>
in this respect, it has nothing to do with the tires, it has to do with the shock to the rear end itself. the pinion gear is the one that gets the most shock and therefore starts backing out. it will end up shredded up in the diff housing itself.
Diff will be fine on the crappy tires he's running now. Will probably install the reinforced one before autox'ing on the r compounds again.</TD></TR></TABLE>
in this respect, it has nothing to do with the tires, it has to do with the shock to the rear end itself. the pinion gear is the one that gets the most shock and therefore starts backing out. it will end up shredded up in the diff housing itself.
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So the ACT pressure plate is actually more expensive than the Mugen one at $370?
ACT PP: $390 w/ discount
Mugen PP: $370 - 10% discount
Anyone have any idea why they'd pick one over the other other than price?
ACT PP: $390 w/ discount
Mugen PP: $370 - 10% discount
Anyone have any idea why they'd pick one over the other other than price?
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Re: Aftermarket clutch parts, pressure plates, flywheels, etc. (Mr. Bagel)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mr. Bagel »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
in this respect, it has nothing to do with the tires, it has to do with the shock to the rear end itself. the pinion gear is the one that gets the most shock and therefore starts backing out. it will end up shredded up in the diff housing itself.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Well this goes for harsh launching with any clutch. This may be a tad more harsh because it's unsprung, but it won't be too much different than any other clutch. Personally, I'd have upgraded the diff when I did the clutch, since I'd be under there anyway, but he's had this setup for a month now and there's no sign that anything is having trouble. Honestly, I'd say under normal driving there's no difference in the two. And for harsh launching, you're risking it regardless of your clutch.
in this respect, it has nothing to do with the tires, it has to do with the shock to the rear end itself. the pinion gear is the one that gets the most shock and therefore starts backing out. it will end up shredded up in the diff housing itself.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Well this goes for harsh launching with any clutch. This may be a tad more harsh because it's unsprung, but it won't be too much different than any other clutch. Personally, I'd have upgraded the diff when I did the clutch, since I'd be under there anyway, but he's had this setup for a month now and there's no sign that anything is having trouble. Honestly, I'd say under normal driving there's no difference in the two. And for harsh launching, you're risking it regardless of your clutch.
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Re: Aftermarket clutch parts, pressure plates, flywheels, etc. (jolt-tsp)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by jolt-tsp »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Well this goes for harsh launching with any clutch. This may be a tad more harsh because it's unsprung, but it won't be too much different than any other clutch. Personally, I'd have upgraded the diff when I did the clutch, since I'd be under there anyway, but he's had this setup for a month now and there's no sign that anything is having trouble. Honestly, I'd say under normal driving there's no difference in the two. And for harsh launching, you're risking it regardless of your clutch.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Actually, I'm not talking about hard launching or launching the car at all. This isn't a gentle clutch setup. A month? Kudos to the driver. Two other idential setups lasted between 2 and 3 weeks, not a day longer before the diff went.
The diff isn't just under there while you are at it. While it doesn't take a lot to remove the diff, it isn't an easy job if you haven't done it before. But once you do it, make sure you have it setup at a shop correctly before you install it. Proper backlash is important. The reinforced Comptech diff does help, but it doesn't guarantee it will be bulletproof.
Actually, I'm not talking about hard launching or launching the car at all. This isn't a gentle clutch setup. A month? Kudos to the driver. Two other idential setups lasted between 2 and 3 weeks, not a day longer before the diff went.
The diff isn't just under there while you are at it. While it doesn't take a lot to remove the diff, it isn't an easy job if you haven't done it before. But once you do it, make sure you have it setup at a shop correctly before you install it. Proper backlash is important. The reinforced Comptech diff does help, but it doesn't guarantee it will be bulletproof.
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Re: Aftermarket clutch parts, pressure plates, flywheels, etc. (Mr. Bagel)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mr. Bagel »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
This isn't a gentle clutch setup. </TD></TR></TABLE>
I can start the car as smoothly as any other manual I've driven after about 30 minutes of driving it around. It's not as easy to be gentle with it as a stock clutch disc, but you can still be gentle with it.
And ya, while we had the tranny out we took it in for the 1-2-3 gear service bulletin, so we coulda had the diff done then.
This isn't a gentle clutch setup. </TD></TR></TABLE>
I can start the car as smoothly as any other manual I've driven after about 30 minutes of driving it around. It's not as easy to be gentle with it as a stock clutch disc, but you can still be gentle with it.
And ya, while we had the tranny out we took it in for the 1-2-3 gear service bulletin, so we coulda had the diff done then.
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http://www.proautosportsinc.com/pro%20flywheel.htm
What do you guys think about this one? It's made of aluminum and is 7lbs.
What do you guys think about this one? It's made of aluminum and is 7lbs.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by WRS2K »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">http://www.proautosportsinc.com/pro%20flywheel.htm
What do you guys think about this one? It's made of aluminum and is 7lbs.</TD></TR></TABLE>
looks similar to a fidanza. hrmmm.
What do you guys think about this one? It's made of aluminum and is 7lbs.</TD></TR></TABLE>
looks similar to a fidanza. hrmmm.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by brian_k03 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">i believe there is yet to be a blown comptech reinforced differential.
so reinforce if u wanna pop the clutch</TD></TR></TABLE>
this has been a question that has been having me thinking for quite some time now. the stock differential is...eh, so switching to a comptech was always a thought. but no one has heard of a failed comptech yet?
so reinforce if u wanna pop the clutch</TD></TR></TABLE>
this has been a question that has been having me thinking for quite some time now. the stock differential is...eh, so switching to a comptech was always a thought. but no one has heard of a failed comptech yet?
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the comptech differential is merely a modified OEM housing with modified bearing caps. That's it. It's stronger but I'm assuming those that destroy'd their housings or pinion gears that replaced them with the comptech modified housings are not abusing them as bad as before. It's an awareness, once it's known how bad things can get if you dump the clutch or side step it, most will prefer not to test the diff's strength by continuing that abuse.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by WRS2K »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">http://www.proautosportsinc.com/pro%20flywheel.htm
What do you guys think about this one? It's made of aluminum and is 7lbs.</TD></TR></TABLE>
The stock flywheel is already light, no true need to replace it with a lighter one. If anything, the lighter flywheel will change the characteristics of the car while driving in traffic and will increase the tendency to stall unless you slip the clutch more and ease off of it at a higher rpm. For those running a comptech or vortech supercharger, the lighter flywheel may also increase the tendency to stall.
What do you guys think about this one? It's made of aluminum and is 7lbs.</TD></TR></TABLE>
The stock flywheel is already light, no true need to replace it with a lighter one. If anything, the lighter flywheel will change the characteristics of the car while driving in traffic and will increase the tendency to stall unless you slip the clutch more and ease off of it at a higher rpm. For those running a comptech or vortech supercharger, the lighter flywheel may also increase the tendency to stall.
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