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Old 07-18-2007, 07:08 PM   #1
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Does anyone have any good ideas for a clutch for my 02' wrx, I have full exhaust an access port and short throw gearbox.
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Old 07-18-2007, 07:12 PM   #2
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ACT ftw! plus I can get you a good deal on one

http://revo1.com/subbietranny/

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Old 07-18-2007, 08:14 PM   #3
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the ACT clutches hold really, really well. But they are a bit chattery in the earlier WRX's for daily driving. I don't like ACT flywheels. I have an ACT clutch and Exedy flywheel combo and it seems to work great.

If you are looking for a good smooth daily driver clutch, the Spec clutches seem to have worked really well in most of the vehicles i have put them in, good (stock-like) pedal feel with decent holding power. They won't compare to the ACT as far as brute strength though.
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Old 07-18-2007, 08:21 PM   #4
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dude where have you been... i saw your car one time around target but i wasn't sure if it was you or not
i was worried you sold it
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Old 07-18-2007, 08:36 PM   #5
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the combo that hotrod guru is probably the most bang for your buck. seriously, look into that.
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Old 07-18-2007, 10:24 PM   #6
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The only input I can give is, don't get a Clutchmasters.
The one I have won't even hold as good as the stock.

Hotrod,
What kind of deal are you talking?
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Old 07-19-2007, 01:04 PM   #7
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I really like the Stage 1 Exedy organic clutch and ACT StreetLite flywheel setup on my wagon. No slipping, and no shuddering, stock feel.
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Old 07-19-2007, 02:34 PM   #8
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Id go with the act set-up. Act 2600 street is has great clamping power. I paired mine up with a sprung 6puck and it rips
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Old 07-20-2007, 02:32 AM   #9
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i like the centerforce clutches...lol
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Old 07-20-2007, 02:35 AM   #10
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thanks guys for the input. any more advice would be helpful. rader
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Old 07-20-2007, 04:06 AM   #11
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with the gears in the bugeye, if u havent upgraded them i wouldn't run anything over oem specs. especially a 6 or 4 puck..
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Old 07-20-2007, 08:06 AM   #12
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I've got a Spec stage 1 and a Gruppe-S lightweight flywheel. I think the Spec would be fine for the mods you have, but I think I've got a bit too much HP on mine and should have gone with the stage 2.

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Old 07-20-2007, 10:52 AM   #13
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I really like the Stage 1 Exedy organic clutch and ACT StreetLite flywheel setup on my wagon. No slipping, and no shuddering, stock feel.
i have the same setup with no problems. The pedal to me is a little more firm than stock and mine has some chatter when its cold.
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Old 07-20-2007, 11:07 AM   #14
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A new stock clutch, IMO, is the way to go, if you're only at Stage 2 amounts of torque. Good compromise of clamping ability (it's got plenty) and driveability. If you're really motivated, a lightweight flywheel.
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Old 07-20-2007, 11:10 AM   #15
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Bump, im looking into purchasing a new clutch/flywheel as well for MY02. Would like some more input on some setup's.
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Old 07-20-2007, 05:34 PM   #16
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another bump for more input.
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Old 07-20-2007, 06:19 PM   #17
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I used to have ACT Heavy Duty installed on mine. Too stiff for my leg. Stop and go traffic is an absolute nightmare. It will slip if you launch your car @ 18psi. Done that at the tracks. Now I am using ClutchMasters Stg 3 (FX300-Steel Back Kevlar). Feels like stock and bites as hard as the ACT but no slip. If your tranny is still stock, be careful launching hard. My .02 cents...
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Old 07-21-2007, 05:40 PM   #18
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Launch control??? how are you launching at 18 psi?

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I used to have ACT Heavy Duty installed on mine. Too stiff for my leg. Stop and go traffic is an absolute nightmare. It will slip if you launch your car @ 18psi. Done that at the tracks. Now I am using ClutchMasters Stg 3 (FX300-Steel Back Kevlar). Feels like stock and bites as hard as the ACT but no slip. If your tranny is still stock, be careful launching hard. My .02 cents...
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Old 07-21-2007, 05:47 PM   #19
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there is no way.. maybe he meant hes running 18psi and on launch after it builds up boost it slips..
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Old 07-21-2007, 07:24 PM   #20
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there is no way.. maybe he meant hes running 18psi and on launch after it builds up boost it slips..
correct mundo
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Old 07-21-2007, 07:28 PM   #21
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Stock Exedy Organic clutch. Cheap and cheaper than a new tranny.
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Old 07-21-2007, 07:32 PM   #22
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Stock Exedy Organic clutch. Cheap and cheaper than a new tranny.
+a million lol
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Old 07-21-2007, 08:19 PM   #23
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yeah I've got the exedy stage 1. Feels stronger than the stock one, but only marginally.

at the end of the day I'd much rather replace a fried clutch than a busted tranny.....I got mines on e-bizzay for 2 bills shipped....
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