Act 2600 Holy Crap

[Black_Havoc]

Ok we got the Talon back today, now with an ACT 2600 with street disk. And I must say HOLY CRAP! The thing is a beast, pedal is super hard, engages like 2" from the floor. Anyhting I can do to make it release sooner? Can I safley adjust the MC rod all the way out? Anything to keep me from barking the tires from a 1000RPM slip. I didn't know it would be THIS insane... Maybe next one will be the 2100.... TIA all.

 

[1gAWD^PSI]

Originally posted by Black_Havoc
Ok we got the Talon back today, now with an ACT 2600 with street disk. And I must say HOLY CRAP! The thing is a beast, pedal is super hard, engages like 2" from the floor. Anyhting I can do to make it release sooner? Can I safley adjust the MC rod all the way out? Anything to keep me from barking the tires from a 1000RPM slip. I didn't know it would be THIS insane... Maybe next one will be the 2100.... TIA all.

Dont go to the 2100 you will regret it but for the adjustment check vfaq.com its under drivetrain

 

[Dieselboy]

Agreed, go 2100 and you will burn it up in a couple months. As far as spinning, dont dump the clutch. Youll need to give it a lil' more gas and let it out a lil' more slowly. You dont want to dump the 2600 anyways because the 2600 will start to snap things. Its a very strong clutch, so I use the Shep-slip technique as I do when I launch, it will help save drivetrain repairs in the end.

 

[leet]

Yeah, just be a little slower on clutch engagement. VFAQ has clutch adjustment tips here:

http://mywebpages.comcast.net/njdsm2/clutch.html

 

[ASZRAEL1266]

I have a question about my 2600 my friend has one also but for some reason my pedal is alot easyer to push in this his is why is that? it is a very noticle diffrence. I have no issues about how fast it grabs or its holding power it grips very strong and still engages great just the pedal is softer then my friends 2600 it is still stiffer then a normal pedal

 

[Black_Havoc]

Thanks everyone. Driving it a little more, I figured out that I have to slip it SUPER slowly. I did notice I can only slip it for about an inch then its fully engaged. Is that normal on a new plate? Will it get better as I break it in? I'm going to try that Vfaq trick tomorrow. I'm used to messing with pedal linkages on my Fiero, but this looks like a tighter fit. Might take a few hours as I'm 6'4" I think I'll take out the drivers seat to get more room, and to let my knees bend over the rear seat. Thanks again guys, this forum is invaluable.

 

[Black_Havoc]

Man, this sucks. I took out the seat, checked the rod. And it looks like its all the way out. Maybe theres another turn or two. Will that make a differance in the release point?

 

[pneumo]

Every little bit helps.

Also, a stainless braided clutch line helps with the clutch feel. The stock rubber line wil bulge out under that much pressure.

 

[Rogue_Ant]

I cut out the carpet where the clutch pedel hits... it helped.

Rogue

 

[DSMRevolution]

If your rod is all the way out, you need to shim the piviot ball under the clutch fork. If you don't want to go to all the trouble of that, then make sure that your slave is extending all the way. With your clutch disengaging that low off the floor, that can't be good for the life of your clutch.

And yes, that turn or two will make a HUGE difference in the release point. I don't care how your rod "looks". Try adjusting it first because you just might not believe how far it actually can come out.

 

[ASZRAEL1266]

did any one elses 2600's pedal feel get ALOT lighter after putting some miles in it? Like is said before mine is still alittle stiffer then a stock feel but not like it was when i first got it. Is this normal

 

[pneumo]

My ACT2600 feels much heavier than stock. It hasn't changed in over two years. Info on RRE's website suggests that all cars are different, some 2600's will be harder than others. Just make sure the clutch fork isn't hitting the bellhousing when the pedal is pushed down.

 

[Black_Havoc]

Originally posted by ASZRAEL1266
did any one elses 2600's pedal feel get ALOT lighter after putting some miles in it? Like is said before mine is still alittle stiffer then a stock feel but not like it was when i first got it. Is this normal

Ok well 135 Miles later, I have it down, the shift point changed a little now that its broken in. And yes it lightend up a lot. The place I had it put in at shimmed the fork for me, they said they have seen these 2600's not work correctly without doing it. So they do it for every one. I launched it tonight, and boy oh boy. Best launch ever. Slipped just enough till it griped then dumped it the rest of the way. I've never been in a car that launches like this does with the 2600. I take back my statement about the 2100, I'm getting another 2600 when this dies. Or I might get the pull type from Exeddy. That looks neato with the dual disk and 6 friction surfaces. They say it holds 1500HP and 1500TQ, So I think it will hold my meger 300~ no prob. Thanks for all the help with this thread guys.

 

[nineD5_GS-T]

Mine feels soooo much lighter, I have about 2k miles on it now. I know it is still extremely stiff because when I drive any other manual car, it feels just like mush and when I go back to mine, it feels rock solid like the day it was installed.

Its all mental

 

[ASZRAEL1266]

That is what i am thinking i don't have a chance to drive other cars then mine so maybe i am just use to it and forgot how other cars feel.

 

[Blizz92tsi]

I just had a 2600 installed and I don't feel that much of a difference between it and the previous clutch. The pedal is heavier, and it does engage completely different, but both just takes some getting used to. During the clutch install I had a Taboo billet clutch fork, and ss clutch line installed along with a resurfaced flywheel. I also printed all of Taboo Speed Shop's info on the 2600 and how to adjust it and gave that to the mechanic along with my parts. I think that combined with the quality of work they do made all of the difference in the world. I also had all of my fluids changed while it was in. Trans., X-fer case, Rear diff., and clutch fluid. With all of this and my other shifter mods the car launches and shifts perfect. Well there's my $.02. Later.

 

[Turbonium]

i'm buying a 2600 this winter and one of the act chrome moly flywheels. now i have a brand new master cylinder, should i get a new slave cylinder for when i get the 2600? is a stainless line pretty important? or maby juts a new oem line? thanks alot guys
Ryan

 

[Blizz92tsi]

Turbonium,
I'm not sure whether you'll need a new slave cylinder or not. It will depend on its age/condition and whether they(whomever puts the clutch on) can adjust the clutch the way it needs to be. The stainless steel clutch line is a very cheap add on for around $20. The 2600 uses alot of pressure in the lines and your oem hose or a new oem one will flex and expand which could cause some issues. Another thing is if you have to get a new oem line from satan the price will probably be comparable to a ss clutch line. The point I'm trying to make is don't cheap out on an expensive repair especially when you're spending the money for heavy duty hardware. I'd also highly reccommend a Taboo billet clutch fork, and consulting Taboo's website for information about the 2600 and proper installation and adjustment. Good luck!

 

[RipperXX]

I duno how much power this guy is makeing, but I have an ACT 2100 and have had it for 5 months now, done like 9 launch's or more and it's still working grate. Unless you plan on makeing some big power I say go with it.. but thats just me.

 

[pneumo]

I just replaced a worn out 2600 with another 2600. This time I also got a billet clutch fork from Taboo, a new pivot ball, and I shimmed it. The release effort is definately lighter now.

 

[Turbonium]

i'll be doing the clutch myself, idk for sure how much hp i'll be making probably around 300 myabe a lil more maybe less, but why be sorry and get the 2100?? the shift fork soudns liek a good idea, around what $ does that run? i'll look on taboo's website soon. does taboo sell the ss line? aight well thanks alot Blizz92tsi. later
Ryan

 

[loreak]

after like 750-1000 miles the engagement will be easier, it wont be hard to slip it, right at first its pretty much on or off, its hard to slip it, it wears in and is like a normal clutch

the pedal pressure may get a little lighter, but you do get used to it, i thought it was hell at first but once its easy to slip pushing hard isnt bad, i dont even think much about it

 

[Wobble]

you wont kill a 2100 with a FWD unless you either make insane power and have slicks...or you TRY to kill it, ive had mine over a year and it still holding strong... 2600 is a bit much on FWD..

 

[Turbonium]

as far as i can tell we are all AWD here so idk why your mentioning fwd, it's good to know though i would have never thought there to be a difference thanks
Ryan