Clutch replacement-recommendations? - LotusTalk

Surferjer · 07-08-2009, 11:10 AM

Since I'm replacing my tranny anyway, I think it might make sense to also replace the clutch, which certainly must be a bit worn down. Any recommendations on a replacement? I did a search that didn't yield anything.

fpitas · 07-08-2009, 12:36 PM

I'm happy with my ACT with HD pressure plate. I'll admit I haven't tried any drag starts etc.

Surferjer · 07-08-2009, 01:01 PM

Any idea where to get it? The car doesn't do drag race launches anymore, it's retired from racing and I almost never launch it on the street.

slaughtr · 07-08-2009, 01:10 PM

I have the ACT Extreme, which I love for autoX. Heavy duty would be good as well.

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fpitas · 07-08-2009, 01:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Surferjer

Any idea where to get it? The car doesn't do drag race launches anymore, it's retired from racing and I almost never launch it on the street.

I think I got mine from ForcedFed on sale, but if you Google there are lots of vendors that carry it.

choi0706 · 07-08-2009, 03:04 PM

I've installed the ACT HDSS, which holds up a decent amount of tq.. I've also installed the southbend clutch.. The southbend feels like stock, but the HDSS is noticeably heavier..

Surferjer · 07-08-2009, 03:40 PM

I can get the ACT with pressure plate and all for $375. Not too bad.

choi0706 · 07-08-2009, 03:44 PM

FF has it for 349

Surferjer · 07-08-2009, 06:16 PM

Sweet! I need to check around...

Green Hornet · 07-08-2009, 08:24 PM

Good Idea

I did some checking on this subject a while back and ACT was the name that recieved universal praise. Check out More Monkey for lots of data on the subject.

Good Luck -

kmt63 · 07-08-2009, 09:09 PM

might think about a light flywheel while you are in there.

07-08-2009, 11:10 AM	#1 (permalink)
Surferjer No more cone damage! Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Exton, PA Posts: 8,885	Clutch replacement-recommendations? Since I'm replacing my tranny anyway, I think it might make sense to also replace the clutch, which certainly must be a bit worn down. Any recommendations on a replacement? I did a search that didn't yield anything. __________________ Jer-2005 Elise (retired from autox) 1993 MR2 autox car 2002 Ford Excursion DIESEL 4 X 4 1993 Miata (throwout bearing or clutch failure) 1987 Toyota Corolla FX16 Lemons car (needs new head) 1984 Chevy Citation Lemons car (needs a motor)

07-08-2009, 12:36 PM	#2 (permalink)
fpitas User, Registered Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Leesburg, VA Posts: 1,827	I'm happy with my ACT with HD pressure plate. I'll admit I haven't tried any drag starts etc. __________________ Francis 2006 Chrome Orange Elise: LSD/TC, Nitron SAs with 425/650 springs, BWR 7/8" Front Bar, Eliseparts bumpsteer kit, VF Stage 2, 2bular Header + Sport Cat + 8x24 GT3 Muffler, ECU Tune by Jermaine, Smaay's fuel rail, ACT XT clutch, Saikou Michi dual catch can, Moroso pan, Manly's mount inserts & FF Engine Damper 2000 Black Integra Type R: - 213,000 miles...running again!

07-08-2009, 01:01 PM	#3 (permalink)
Surferjer No more cone damage! Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Exton, PA Posts: 8,885	Any idea where to get it? The car doesn't do drag race launches anymore, it's retired from racing and I almost never launch it on the street. __________________ Jer-2005 Elise (retired from autox) 1993 MR2 autox car 2002 Ford Excursion DIESEL 4 X 4 1993 Miata (throwout bearing or clutch failure) 1987 Toyota Corolla FX16 Lemons car (needs new head) 1984 Chevy Citation Lemons car (needs a motor)

07-08-2009, 01:10 PM	#4 (permalink)
slaughtr Big head man Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 5,953 Images: 3	I have the ACT Extreme, which I love for autoX. Heavy duty would be good as well. Clutch Sets Elise __________________ My car both sucks and blows. Now with added all natural smoky goodness!

07-08-2009, 03:04 PM	#6 (permalink)
choi0706 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Houston/Austin Posts: 4,224	I've installed the ACT HDSS, which holds up a decent amount of tq.. I've also installed the southbend clutch.. The southbend feels like stock, but the HDSS is noticeably heavier.. __________________ Jay-05' ST, HT, Touring Red Rally Ready

07-08-2009, 03:40 PM	#7 (permalink)
Surferjer No more cone damage! Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Exton, PA Posts: 8,885	I can get the ACT with pressure plate and all for $375. Not too bad. __________________ Jer-2005 Elise (retired from autox) 1993 MR2 autox car 2002 Ford Excursion DIESEL 4 X 4 1993 Miata (throwout bearing or clutch failure) 1987 Toyota Corolla FX16 Lemons car (needs new head) 1984 Chevy Citation Lemons car (needs a motor)

07-08-2009, 03:44 PM	#8 (permalink)
choi0706 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Houston/Austin Posts: 4,224	FF has it for 349 __________________ Jay-05' ST, HT, Touring Red Rally Ready

07-08-2009, 06:16 PM	#9 (permalink)
Surferjer No more cone damage! Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Exton, PA Posts: 8,885	Sweet! I need to check around... __________________ Jer-2005 Elise (retired from autox) 1993 MR2 autox car 2002 Ford Excursion DIESEL 4 X 4 1993 Miata (throwout bearing or clutch failure) 1987 Toyota Corolla FX16 Lemons car (needs new head) 1984 Chevy Citation Lemons car (needs a motor)

07-08-2009, 08:24 PM	#10 (permalink)
Green Hornet Zzzzzzz Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Lancaster, PA Posts: 874	Good Idea I did some checking on this subject a while back and ACT was the name that recieved universal praise. Check out More Monkey for lots of data on the subject. Good Luck - __________________ Life, Liberty and the Happiness of Pursuit

07-08-2009, 09:09 PM	#11 (permalink)
kmt63 Elise Driver Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: vancouver wa Posts: 380 Images: 2	might think about a light flywheel while you are in there. __________________ rls west~nci motor sports fabrication

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