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Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: Denver, CO
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![]() Trying to find the best possible flywheel for my WRX. I have seen aluminum flywheels that way 9.5lbs and the chrome moly's seem to weigh about 1lb more. I assume the chrome moly will last longer then the aluminum would? What are the important things to look for in a flywheel? It it possible to go "to light"? Finally, what brands would you guys recommend?
I intend to get the new updated WRX clutch replaced under warranty and will slap in the aftermarket flywheel then.
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Join Date: Mar 2001
Location: Albuquerque, NM USA
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![]() I am using a BPM flywheel... I think its like 14lbs. Personally i'd not go with anything that was much less than that. There is a point where you can get into a flywheel that is just too puny for our cars. The best thing would be to find someone that has a upgraded flywheel in their car and see if they will let you drive it just a bit. At least that way you won't be shocked when the work is finished.
-Nathan |
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Location: Denver, CO
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![]() Thanks for responding Nathan. Unfortunately, I don't have a car to drive that is aftermarket flywheel equiped so I-Club is my only resource at this time
Why not go lighter then 14lbs? The Findanza's are 9.5 lbs. What negative affects should I expect if I went with a flywheel that was 9.5lbs compared to say the BPM at 14lbs? I can't see 4.5 lbs making that huge of a difference but apparenlty it must. I have heard parking lots speeds are most affect with the aftermarket flywheel. If someone could elaborate a bit on that please? What negative affects will I see? |
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Join Date: May 2001
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Location: Stamford, CT 06902
Vehicle:2014 991 Turbo S 2007 997 Turbo |
![]() Next time I will go with stock - the marginal increase in spool up is NOT worth the difficultly starting off in a smooth manner without stalling
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Join Date: May 2001
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Location: Carol Stream, IL
Vehicle:'01 GC8 Dinged STM '09 Concours 14 ABS Black |
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Alumnium Pros- Lighter weight-quicker rev matching, more free horsepower replaceable friction surface-can be replaced but is usually good for 1-2 cuts Alumnium Cons- More parts to break-bolts & screws retaining friction surface starter ring gear held on by 4 or 6 bolts Chromoly pros- Lightweight Rigid-made of one solid billet piece Chromoly Cons- Junk after 1-2 cuts it if can be cut at all Starter ring gear is not replaceable so if it goes bad you get to buy a new flywheel good luck in your choice. jeremy |
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#7 |
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Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: Denver, CO
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![]() I just ordered me a Findanza aluminum flywheel that weighs 9.5 lbs. Will be curious to see how the car responds to the new flywheel.
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Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: santa rosa, ca, usa
Vehicle:2004 STi Aspen White Bone Stock for now |
![]() I use the Exedy chromoly flywheel. It was inexpensive and works fine. 12 or 13 lbs. The stock one was a beast. I swear it must have weighed like 30 lbs or so. It was a porker. I have not noticed any downsides to the ligher flywheel. Revs up much faster. And the turbo spooled up faster too. Atleast till I smoked my motor..
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Member#: 6551
Join Date: May 2001
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Location: Carol Stream, IL
Vehicle:'01 GC8 Dinged STM '09 Concours 14 ABS Black |
![]() stock RS flywheel was just over 25 lbs IIRC.
jeremy |
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#10 |
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Join Date: Sep 2001
Chapter/Region:
MAIC
Location: VA near MD
Vehicle:2002 WRX Water Injected Blue |
![]() I just got a call from my dealer, and they are covering the replacement of the clutch and fly wheel.
These items were so far down the list for me that I haven’t been thinking of them. But now that the labor is covered for the change, what would y'all recommend for aftermarket parts? Once I get my Saab sold, the WRX will be my transportation. I plan on going to a few auto-x's and would like to help realize the fuller potential for performance upgrade. I don't want to go total race/rally car specs, would like to keep it comfy for a three hour trip once a month. Help? P.S. would I get flamed for posting this as a new thread? I don't have that much time to search topics that are semi relevant. |
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