How about some clutch recommendations? - Lateral-g Forums

OBeer-WAN-Kenobi · #1 12-16-2013, 12:04 PM

Hi all,

I split my donor (2004 GTO) engine and transmission this weekend to have a look and I think I'd like to put a new clutch in while I've got it apart. In actuality, the clutch doesn't really have that much wear but there are hot spots and chatter on it so I think the previous owner was one of those people that shouldn't have been driving a manual. I found out no one around here faces pressure plates anymore and I can't even order just the clutch disc itself so it looks like I'll have to buy new.

Anyway, I'm looking for a good value replacement, and even a stock one might be OK for now. My eventual goal of "as close to 600 RWHP I can get" doesn't really need to factor in here as that will be a long while due to funds. I've got a lift so I'm not too worried if I need to change it out later. However, as with a lot of my build, I'm over-doing it where it makes sense financially with my end goals in mind.

I'd like to not have to mess with bell-housing extensions and other weird stuff for now but would like to get a good daily driving clutch that will hold as much torque as possible for a reasonable price.

Thanks!

NvrDun71 · #2 12-16-2013, 01:06 PM

GM LS7 clutch kit

OBeer-WAN-Kenobi · #3 12-16-2013, 05:43 PM

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GM LS7 clutch kit

Doesn't that require a bell housing spacer or something? I thought I read that somewhere but maybe I'm wrong.

NvrDun71 · #4 12-17-2013, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by OBeer-WAN-Kenobi

Doesn't that require a bell housing spacer or something? I thought I read that somewhere but maybe I'm wrong.

No special bellhousing or spacers required. They are good bang for the buck, have smooth operation, and can hold up to some power. Mine needed a small slave shim for proper engagement but was a direct bolt in otherwise.

OBeer-WAN-Kenobi · #5 12-17-2013, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by NvrDun71

No special bellhousing or spacers required. They are good bang for the buck, have smooth operation, and can hold up to some power. Mine needed a small slave shim for proper engagement but was a direct bolt in otherwise.

I think I may go this way then when budget allows. I like running off the shelf parts whenever possible so this is up my alley.

71RS/SS396 · #6 12-17-2013, 06:32 PM

600 rwhp will be right on the edge of what the LS7 clutch can handle.