Clutch Advice Needed

[92TSI_AWD]

I've got two questions concerning a 1G clutch.

1 - Does anyone know what pressure a stock (read: original, never-replaced) clutch is rated at on a 1G clutch? I've done a little digging without finding what I'm looking for.

2 - I'm looking for reccomendations on a clutch to replace my stock one with. My primary reason for asking question #1 is so that I can (try to) guage how much heavier an aftermarket clutch would be to operate. So, I'll ask it - What should I be looking for?
I daily-drive my Talon to the tune of 250-300 miles a week, sometimes more. I do alot of slow speed and stop-and-go traffic, so pedal effort will be fairly important. However, I've recently gotten into Autocross, so a clutch that performs well is also a must. A half dozen 4K launches every couple weeks is to be expected. It's not like I have chicken legs or anything - I can handle a bit heavier than stock - but within reason.

A bit about the car: 1992 Talon TSi AWD. Unmodified engine and drivetrain, and I'm planning on having a shop change the clutch - Too big a job for me to do in one weekend on my only car.

I've been considering an ACT 2100 kit - Could someone give me an idea of how this compares to stock? Should I go for a Full Faceplate friction surface, or a 6/4 puck layout? Or, if you feel I'm looking at the wrong thing, point me in the right direction!



Many thanks in advance!

 

[1gDSM4g63]

I'm pretty sure the stock pressure plate is 1600-1650 lbs, but you cannot go by that. Different manufacturers design their pressure plates differently. By putting the concentrate weight closer to the core or further away makes a huge difference.

As for ACT 2600 the pedal is 58% stiffer and the 2100 is 27% than stock. You'll feel a little or no difference with 2100. And since you go autocross it is best to go with the full faceplate street disc. The 6 and 4 pucks slips less and mainly track use and they will chatter. I mean it really depends on how much torque your car puts down. You'll be alright it puts down 340.

 

[92TSI_AWD]

Thanks for the fast reply. This pretty much confirms my thinking.

I'll start hunting prices, now - See if anyone can match Mach V. The clutch is slipping now, so hopefully I'll be able to get it in the shop next week and have the clutch broken in for next AutoX. Hopefully.