eBay Clutches [Merged 6-1] clutch

[92GSXman]

I was checking this out tonight. Is it the same as an ACT 2100? It says 30% more holding power than stock and it's like $275. It also says it is for turbo dsm's.

 

[tenn-gsx]

4wd is another term for awd. and the eclipse came in awd form from 89-99. its called the gsx. as far as the lighter foot goes. it ha an oem clutch in it right now, i knew i needed an upgrade but i was hoping it would last longer. i was in a hurry and forgot tried to jump into traffic and it just slipped horribly. it is drivable at this point but i dont know how long it will last even with taking it very easy. im not skimping im keeping my only vehicle drivable. maby this clutch will work out for my purpose right now or maby it will only get me through the next couple months till i have the money for the act. either way as long as it dont grenade, for the price i cant loose. a clutch swap even on my AWD eclipse is an easy job


sorry i misunderstood, your clowning on the ebay listing i posted. thought u didnt know there was an awd eclipse. my mistake

 

[inspector-111]

Sorry to sorta' restart the flywheel thread, but I am wondering if anyone out there has used an "e-bay" clutch kit? And any positive or negative comments on them?



These are the two kits that I'm looking at. . . . . . . . . .and maybe taking a chance on. . . .

http://cgi.ebay.ca/XTD-STAGE-3-CLUT...091668856QQcategoryZ33730QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

http://cgi.ebay.ca/XTR-STAGE-3-CLUT...emZ160096872687QQcategoryZ33730QQcmdZViewItem

Thanks for any input!

Chris.

 

[GSTeclipse]

If I was you I would not even think about using a ebay clutch ,
go by your self a ACT 2100 or ACT2600 clutch I am sure you can find one used in the classifieds ad's that is in good shape

 

[racemygsx]

I bought my ACT 2600 from e-bay. It was brand new and still in the original box. It was cheaper than ordering it directly from ACT. The kit came with a throw out bearing, street disc, alignment tool, and the 2600lb pressure plate. Works great!!!

 

[AWDfrank]

I bought a clutch kit for my starion, it was low price and held up great.

 

[Its_MyGsx]

I have the xtd stage 3 clutch and it works perfectly fine, its had countless violant launches and i have broken 3 axles and a center diff , but never once has this clutch slipped out shown any signs of doing so. XTD does offer a stage 4 capable of 505 ft lbs of torque IIRC and i have heard great things about those as well.

 

[inspector-111]

I have the xtd stage 3 clutch and it works perfectly fine, its had countless violant launches and i have broken 3 axles and a center diff , but never once has this clutch slipped out shown any signs of doing so. XTD does offer a stage 4 capable of 505 ft lbs of torque IIRC and i have heard great things about those as well.

Good to know, my goal is 325-350hp and is just a FWD.

Did you get the flywheel with the kit? (or just the clutch?)

 

[prostreetdsmx1]

dude for $288 you should spend a little more and get a quality, proven performer.

 

[DemonTalonTsi]

All I got to say is you get what you pay for, I would definitly go with a name brand clutch

 

[MadScientist92]

I have never used one on a DSM but my friends and I have used them on many a honda. They are good clutches however what they say their rating is is what they are NO MORE! If it says 350hp they mean it. Litteraly the moment you surpass that they start to wear out and slip quickly. They are not like an ACT or Exedy where if it says 350hp you can push it to 400 and it it will still be alright. Like I said from my experience what they are rated at is what they will hold. This is Honda experience so take it for what it is worth. I made 330hp in my CRX upped the boost and almost instantly the clutch began to slip. So take this info however you see fit but these are my experience's with the XTD clutches.

 

[Its_MyGsx]

dude for $288 you should spend a little more and get a quality, proven performer.

yes but 288$ is including a lightweight chromoly flywheel as well, which is another what 202$ value not to mention an act clutch usually runs what 300$? all im saying is i have had no problems with this clutch at all.

 

[Its_MyGsx]

b.t.w. I just ordered the clutch.

 

[tetsuo12333]

I ordered the XTD stage 3 because I wore down my ACT 2100 I had previously. I plan to write a review on the whole shabang.

(Packaging, Parts inspection, Fitment qaulity, installation, break-in, etc.)

But honestly guys, I'm not trying to knock anyone (even though that's what happens in most threads) but seriously, stop with the "ebay is crap, cheap cheap, blah blah" garbage. I've seen some people that are -really- trying to get valuable information from this forum on things like Ebay clutches and FMICs and whatnot, and everytime someone always blurts out, EBAY IS JUNK! when in reality, they've never tried the product.

When ACT accidently ships a defected item,"Oh, it's okay. It's ACT."

But when someone has a bad experience with something that shows promise on Ebay or bear a no-name "JDM style" it's automatically junk!

Some people don't feel like dropping stacks on brand name stuff, if by being a pioneer to cheap stuff means saving some cash and becoming a learning experience, so be it. bottom line, don't knock it unless you rocked it.

I heard good things about XTD and AMICO clutches, and I heard bad, but I'm still going to try it out.

 

[srtkiller]

I purchased the XTD stage 3 clutch about 6 months ago and have not had any problems with it what so ever. I took a chance because I desperatly needed something quick and cheap and I could not have been more pleased. There were no problems with the install and it comes as a complete package. I would definetly recomend giving it a shot. You really can't beat it for the price I however did not purchase the flywheel with it though so I don't know much about it. And as far as the "don't buy ebay crap" I have had just as many problems with name brand parts also.

 

[RedTurboEclipse]

Do a search on "XTD" or "Spec" or the other EBAY brand clutches, they seem to have good testimonials.

 

[John_GST]

This is a link to a thread in the turbo tech section where a guy completely built his car up from Ebay stuff turbo, clutch, etc.... he shows that ebay stuff isn't junk and that it can hold up to abuse and conditions just as name brands can. Tetsuo12333 is right people need to give some of the ebay vendors a chance. Not everything is a scam. I hope this helps with your decision. Good luck bro.


http://dsmtuners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=250434

 

[selmerguy]

Yeah I am that guy.... Anyway I am on the break in stage of my stage 4. I did have to install my tranny twice because I didnt not shim the pivot ball. Also I found that a extended slave rod works very well. Clutch engagement is fine and I dont notice any chatter. Pedal pressure is less that I expected however, the clutch is either in or out not much room to slip it. Should be great off the line.

 

[tetsuo12333]

LoL, I was just about to add that a Supra that got FEATURED on Dsport built a 600 WHP Supra with an Ebay XS FMIC and piping.

I think ever since that "TEIN" springs scam, Ebay vendors are starting to beef up their goods.

Good job on that Ebay build selmerguy, let's hope the ricers that spend their time in the pepboys "Type R" section will ditch the Gauge Pods that hold a compass, clock, and interior Temp gauge and start browsing these vendors for some performance stuff.

(I saw a GTI with 4 stickers on the driver's fender...)

"SOHC V Tec"
"SOHC V Tec"
"DOHC V Tec"
"DOHC Racing"

No shit, guys. If my camera phone wasn't broke, I'd snap pics and post. Someone help those poor souls in the right direction.

 

[Nicks2319]

Yeah I am that guy.... Anyway I am on the break in stage of my stage 4. I did have to install my tranny twice because I didnt not shim the pivot ball. Also I found that a extended slave rod works very well. Clutch engagement is fine and I dont notice any chatter. Pedal pressure is less that I expected however, the clutch is either in or out not much room to slip it. Should be great off the line.

Shim the pivot ball? I just put my tranny in with a xtd stage 3. Did I forget to do something?

 

[SvarO]

i have XTD clutch kit 3, is holding very nice, was installed two years a go. i would recommended, also my friends evo 3 have it, several hard launch , not slipping at all.

 

[50ul H4ck3r]

eveything on ebay are knock offs....ebay=Sucky Parts

 

[Killa_dsm]

eveything on ebay are knock offs....ebay=Sucky Parts

Have you had any real experience with ebay parts? If not keep your mouth shut!

Its seems as if ebay parts are getting better in quality. My next clutch that I'm going to get will probably be the xtd.

 

[selmerguy]

Shim the pivot ball? I just put my tranny in with a xtd stage 3. Did I forget to do something?

If your clutch works then no. My pivot ball was alittle worn and I put a washer behind it to give a longer throw on the clutch fork to help engage and dissangage the clutch correctly.

 

[Nicks2319]

If your clutch works then no. My pivot ball was alittle worn and I put a washer behind it to give a longer throw on the clutch fork to help engage and dissangage the clutch correctly.

Ah Okay, I got a little freaked out.

 

[Pat D]

Not all Ebay stuff is knock offs. I bought a Ebay tubular O2 housing and when it came it was a Megan racing drop shipped from Megan racing.