Need help quick clutch disk for 400-500whp?

[talon187]

ok to make a long story short the dealer blew up my clutch and wants to put a stock clutch in and wont pay for anything but. I dont want them doing the work because its ben nothing but problems form the start. im hopefully having a new cltuch put in monday so i need to get a new disk like now but i want somthing thats going to hold 400-500whp on the street for some time...i dd but only like 3miles i may not dd the car anymore not sure but i need some advice and need it FAST thanks guys!

 

[Mr Peepers]

Torque is what makes clutch discs slip, not HP. They *should* have torque ratings, although I've seen many still use hp...

Something to keep in mind.

 

[twicks69]

This forum has SEVERAL threads already started for your specific question.

First off, you will need to either resurface the clutch pressure plate, or replace with a new one -- ANY clutch that has wear on the pressure plate, when using a new friction disk, will have improper bedding and can result in premature wear, failure, or reduced clamping force/torque capacity.

From that said, I have reccomended SEVERAL times the following:
Spec = Suckage
ACT = Good
SBC = Good = especially with ACT 2600 Pressure Plate
QM / PTT / Tilton Twin Disks = BEST

You should probably go with an ACT 2600 Pressure plate, and a SBC Kevlar disk, with a Mitsu Throw Out Bearing for the most streetable clutch with the torque capacity your car will require now and for the long run. This isn't an "end all" clutch, as it will still wear, but you will get ALOT more life and time out of the kevlar disk vs. an organic disk or a 6-puck disk.

Stay away from Spec clutches:
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/drivetrain-tech/278725-spec-clutch-broken.html
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/drivetrain-tech/274988-sprung-hub-spec-clutch-dies-5000-miles.html


South Bend Clutch TZ-series kevlar disks:
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/drivetrain-tech/289921-clutch-decisions-completely-lost.html
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/drivetrain-tech/278703-clutch.html
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/dri...tch-recommendation-underpowered-race-car.html
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/drivetrain-tech/274045-will-2100-6-puck-combo-work-well-me.html
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/drivetrain-tech/259276-act-2600-2900-help-me-pick.html
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/dri...ung-better-disengagement-easier-synchros.html

Quarter Master twin disk (Devo Tuning) / PTT Twin Disk:
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/drivetrain-tech/242047-500-600hp-clutch-suggestions.html
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/drivetrain-tech/288931-600-trq-capacity-clutch-selection.html
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/drivetrain-tech/286367-ptt-vs-quartermaster.html
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/dri...-vs-devo-tuning-quarter-master-twin-disc.html
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/dri...-vs-devo-tuning-quarter-master-twin-disc.html


Mmmmm....Search Engine Good!....
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/search.php?searchid=4520735


Good Luck!

 

[Mr Peepers]

Change of plans, anyone need an ACT disc

Thanks Tim!

 

[twicks69]

Change of plans, anyone need an ACT disc

Thanks Tim!

heh heh...Glad I could help!

For Talon187: I don't think you really need a Twin Disk clutch at your current modification level, but if you are intending on really building up your vehicle, the twin disk clutch will definitely be a worthy investment. It saves a heck of alot of wear on the transmission synchros, has a much lower moment of inertia (MOI) resulting in a faster revving motor, along with an excellent torque capacity (~800lb/ft), extremely soft pedal feel (like stock), slippable, and can handle an extreme amount of abuse.

If you have the money, and you don't want to be spending extra $$$ all the time on replacing clutches, or blowing up transmissions, I would strongly reccomend going with a twin disk clutch. The Devo Tuning Quarter Master Twin Disk, and the PowerTrain Technologies (PTT) Twin Disk clutches are nearly identical and have been proven as top performers in the DSM world with high HP cars, auto crossers, road racers, etc.

I only wish that this clutch had been around when I did my first clutch replacement years ago. I have wasted so much money on over a dozen broken transmissions and nearly the same amount of clutches over the years, that this one part could have averted a majority of the money wasted.

Keep this in mind when you see the price for a twin disk -- it will last longer if properly adjusted, and will be nicer to your vehicle and wallet in the long run.