picking up a new clutch act 21 or 26?

[spartan69x]

ok so my TOB is going and my clutch is having issues, i do a good bit of spirited driving and such so was wondering if the 2100 can handle it or would it be better just to get the 2600 since i do plan to make more power. but for now looking for daily use. the car is all stock except for an air filter right now as well.

Thanks in advance.

also wondering the difference between the full face, 6 puck sprung, and 4 puck plate since there is a bit of a price diff on all of them.

 

[DECODER22]

try a south-bend clutch i wouldn't recommended a ACT with a 7 Bolt

 

[95whitegst]

id get the 2100 if you want a more dd car but the 2600 is a good clutch ive had it in a few of my cars the 6 puck clutch is kinda a pia but def gets the job done

 

[Tranceworx]

The ACT 2600 will take about anything you can throw at it (within reason)
Although you may find the pedal pressure to be a little severe.
Establish an overall power goal then find the clutch that will suit your needs.

The 4-6puck version are going to grab harder and be a little less user friendly at times. Also take some time to research ACT disengagement issues as well just so your ahead of the curve a little on that learning experience

 

[DSM_PWR]

I would recommend the 2600 since you drive it hard and yet still daily it...

Plus its best for future upgrades ...


BTW, nice paint color ... but loose the tails

 

[spartan69x]

I would recommend the 2600 since you drive it hard and yet still daily it...

Plus its best for future upgrades ...


BTW, nice paint color ... but loose the tails

ty, i am looking for some stock lights now but am short on cash till next month. was the goal when i got the car though, get rid of those ugly lights .

the paint color on the window sticker is cayenne red pearl, and is the only one in the county. getting the nose redone soon though, has some clear coat peel.

 

[just2asian]

Just please make sure you run a oem tob when you get the clutch, the act ones have been known to have issues.

 

[Boost92awd]

Although you may find the pedal pressure to be a little severe.

I honestly dont get why people say this. The pedal pressure is not bad at all. Its a performance clutch I would expect the pedal pressure to be more. The ACT 2600 is a good clutch.


OP what kind of power are you looking to put down?

 

[dr1ftx3]

Yeah it really depends on how much power you want to make with the car. If you only want to stick around the 300whp range I suggest the 2100, it will make your daily driving alot more reasonable while still holding up with that kind of power. Just my .02

 

[spartan69x]

well next month i am ordering parts, about 3k to spend so i am going to try and build everything up and ready for a e316g. planned on doing my tbelt and clutch first though. aiming for about 280-320 whp but definatly running a evo 16g.

 

[just2asian]

I honestly dont get why people say this. The pedal pressure is not bad at all. Its a performance clutch I would expect the pedal pressure to be more. The ACT 2600 is a good clutch.


OP what kind of power are you looking to put down?

I agree, its not that bad. You will get used to it and your calf muscle will get huge!!! I mean, unless your going to be driving in stop go traffic in New York City with no accumulator a 2600 ACT would be just fine. Your leg will thank you when all the ladies check out your mean calf

 

[spartan69x]

well i drive in detroit alot in traffic so it will be a learning curve but hey, it will take a bit more abuse .

 

[keepwishing03]

what about the sbr 4000 with the 6 puck...they said its like the 2600 act..but the sbr one comes with a oem tob...thats a good thing...how would my drive train hold up on this clutch...

 

[tjbiker031]

what about the sbr 4000 with the 6 puck...they said its like the 2600 act..but the sbr one comes with a oem tob...thats a good thing...how would my drive train hold up on this clutch...

Unless your using your car as a drag car, you dont need a puck disk. its a rough ride.
if your using your car for a DD with a little bit of fun time here and there, a street disk will be better. But you are right, ALWAYS throw away the TOB and use a OEM TOB

 

[keepwishing03]

how much more agressive is the 6 puck??sbr was telling me its not that bad..

 

[tjbiker031]

from my understanding, since puck disks usually are not sprung, its a pretty rough take off compared to a regular street disk. pucks are going to grab almost instantly where as disks are sprung and give a smoother take off.

 

[toofast82]

I like my ACT 2600 w/ street disk. Pedal was a little harsh along with engagement during break in, but it's very smooth now. Holds very good. Once this clutch disk goes out, i'll probably go with the SouthBend disk w/ the 2600PP.
I'd disconnect the clutch switch for startup on a stock 7bolt with the 2600, although you have a 98 which may have the updated thrust bearing.
I've also ran the Exedy street clutch setup in another car and it seemed good for a 300whp and was only like $200. Also used a Centerforce and it was decent as well
I've seen a few people on here have some good luck with the XTD clutches from Ebay for under $200
My friend runs one on a FPRed car and it works pretty damn good.
It really depends on your current and near future goals with the car and your driving conditions

 

[EclipticalGS]

Lol, take a comparison shot after about 6 mnoths, you have a race horse leg on the left. and a floppy pedal pusher on the right. Anyway, the 2600 with 6-puck is hard to get used to, yes. Will it pay off when your dropping the hammer at 5K rpm's? yes. It will also be good for any hp you throw at it. But i had trouble with the break-in period, downtown grand rapids is tons of traffic, but hey i can jump higher with my left leg now.