Tilton c/c Clutch Question

[tyoneal]

To all:

I'm wondering what you think this clutch set up is worth. Any comments would be welcome.

I'm trying to assemble parts for a new drivetrain. (LS2/LS7, T-56/Tremec 500/600 and 9 inch rear) I saw this and although it wouldn't be used till next year, if it was priced right, it might be worth picking up. (1969 Camaro, 550 RWHP)

What price range would constitute a good price? Is this the best clutch for the job?

Thanks,

Ty O'Neal

Tilton 5.5 inch Carbon clutch, Bell housing, Starter, Throwout bearing, and lines was used in our ASA Tour car with the LS1 motor package. It is in exellent shape and it comes with extra shims. It is a 3 disk clutch with extra shims and a low ground clearance bell housing with a reverse mount starter. The throw out bearing assembly is mounted inside the bell housing. The fly wheel teeth are in perfect condition and it fits the Chevy LS1. This package retails for well over 5000!

[chicane]

Small diameter 3 disk'ers are more like an on/off switch... more than anything else. They use a solid marcel carrier and do not like to be slipped... at all. Dont get me wrong... that is a bitchen package. But it will take some finesse' to drive it on the street... and lets hope you NEVER see traffic.

The LGC packages are pretty cool... as they free up a lot anchors from road irregularties. But remember, you just can go to the local auto parts store and pick up a starter... and you will also have to create the TO mount. Not to mention that you will have to adapt the T56 to the LGC bellhousing.

I'd say $1500-2000 depending on condition.

[J2SpeedandCustom]

Originally Posted by chicane

Small diameter 3 disk'ers are more like an on/off switch... more than anything else.

Couldn't be farther than the truth. I had a Tilton Carbon in my Supra making 1000hp, and it was a DREAM to drive on the street. You can idle away from a stop and slip it anytime you want. And the best part is the Carbon loves heat so the more you slip the better it grips.

Ty I highly recommend the setup. You'll love it and will hate driving single disk clutches ever again...

[chicane]

Well there is a HUGE difference between a 4500lb Supra... and a 2800-3000lb Nova that doesnt sit on its face until you get past the lag.

I am also pretty damn sure that you were not running a 5.5" triple either. You have to compare apples to apples... not merely composition of materials.

[J2SpeedandCustom]

Originally Posted by chicane

Well there is a HUGE difference between a 4500lb Supra... and a 2800-3000lb Nova that doesnt sit on its face until you get past the lag.

I am also pretty damn sure that you were not running a 5.5" triple either. You have to compare apples to apples... not merely composition of materials.

My car weighed 3480lbs, and was running a 7.25" disk Tilton.
That's the best thing about the Carbon Tilton there is no such thing as lag or waiting for power. I could cruise in 4th gear at 30mph plant the gas and push in the clutch until it started slipping and WHAM! The car would go just like it had an auto in it.

[slownova]

i can attest to that.