Brand suggestions for clutch purchasing
#1
9th Gear
Thread Starter
Brand suggestions for clutch purchasing
I own a 2003 Cl type-S 6 speed, I'm looking to buy a new clutch for it, preferrably perfomance. I have been looking on ebay motors, but a lot of the items for sale are for older models. I'm a little naive to the clutch purchasing process. I would like to get the community's suggestions for companies to purchase from and why.
Price is, but isn't an issue. The ones i did find were upwards of $700 or more.
I'd prefer a company that sells a light clutch/flywheel combo as my stock clutch weighs a ton and a half.
Price is, but isn't an issue. The ones i did find were upwards of $700 or more.
I'd prefer a company that sells a light clutch/flywheel combo as my stock clutch weighs a ton and a half.
#4
Former Sponsor
iTrader: (1)
I own a 2003 Cl type-S 6 speed, I'm looking to buy a new clutch for it, preferrably perfomance. I have been looking on ebay motors, but a lot of the items for sale are for older models. I'm a little naive to the clutch purchasing process. I would like to get the community's suggestions for companies to purchase from and why.
Price is, but isn't an issue. The ones i did find were upwards of $700 or more.
I'd prefer a company that sells a light clutch/flywheel combo as my stock clutch weighs a ton and a half.
Price is, but isn't an issue. The ones i did find were upwards of $700 or more.
I'd prefer a company that sells a light clutch/flywheel combo as my stock clutch weighs a ton and a half.
If you want a replacement clutch get this one:
http://store.excelerateperformance.c.../i-177366.aspx
The following users liked this post:
gollymeg (09-17-2012)
#5
9th Gear
Thread Starter
Okay, I see your point for sure. What if I'm not pushing upwards of 350 whp, but looking to get there? I'll be putting a supercharger on it and buying a hondata chip for it once i get it paid off.
Would you suggest getting those items first before buying lightweight?
#7
9th Gear
Thread Starter
I know, according to their dyno charts I'll only get a 64 hp gain. I just emailed ct to get their opinion on what they suggest to run with their cupercharger kit.
Thanks for all your help though
Thanks for all your help though
Trending Topics
#8
As far as clutch goes there are pretty much 3 options
Oem
Oem with aasco flywheel
Clutch master stage 3-seems like it needs modification to fit/function properly.
The following users liked this post:
gollymeg (09-19-2012)
#9
Rawr.
#11
3.5 psi
iTrader: (1)
I'm on HBP w/ headers & intake barely breaking 300's (309 to be exact)... My clutch is in need of changing as we speak as it is behaving like a Russian figure skater under heavy throttle. More than likely going to go OEM as I really don't see the point to spending roughly $1.2k (budget) for a threshold that I'm not in... That's me though.
#13
Moderator
iTrader: (1)
I'm on HBP w/ headers & intake barely breaking 300's (309 to be exact)... My clutch is in need of changing as we speak as it is behaving like a Russian figure skater under heavy throttle. More than likely going to go OEM as I really don't see the point to spending roughly $1.2k (budget) for a threshold that I'm not in... That's me though.
at the end of the year, Im trying to hit 270whp N/A in a 3G TL.
The following users liked this post:
justnspace (09-18-2012)
The following users liked this post:
civicdrivr (09-18-2012)
#17
Rawr.
I'm certain I can send you my map; I'll have to load the software on my laptop (my tuner worked from his) and pull the map from the box.
Shoot me a pm with your email info.
The following users liked this post:
gnuts (09-18-2012)
#20
Whats up with RDX owners?
iTrader: (9)
By comparison, my FR-S has a 2.5" exhaust and its much louder then the CL.
#21
Rawr.
Currently, there's zero cabin noise (which I love) until you step on it; from there you hear intake suction until the charger sound starts to dominate.
Outside of the car, different story... at the rear, there's a small hint of drone (sorta like a G37); not sure what it sounds like at WOT. There's also a constant suction (intake) noise which sounds kewl, but my wife always thinks something is wrong with the car lol.
Last edited by Marcelechka; 09-18-2012 at 01:06 PM.
#22
Whats up with RDX owners?
iTrader: (9)
You definitely need to open up the exhaust. With the HBP you should be sitting at around 315-320whp.
As for the topic of this thread - You have a few options with the clutch.
1) All OEM/LUK (LUK makes the OEM parts)
2) OEM Flywheel and pressure plate with P2R disc
3) OEM pressure plate and disc with AASCO flywheel
4) Clutchmasters clutch and flywheel
The CM clutch, particularly the Stage 3 and above, require an extended break in period. I went ~4k miles before I went WOT or shifted hard. Many people tend to burn up this clutch in a very short time.
As for the topic of this thread - You have a few options with the clutch.
1) All OEM/LUK (LUK makes the OEM parts)
2) OEM Flywheel and pressure plate with P2R disc
3) OEM pressure plate and disc with AASCO flywheel
4) Clutchmasters clutch and flywheel
The CM clutch, particularly the Stage 3 and above, require an extended break in period. I went ~4k miles before I went WOT or shifted hard. Many people tend to burn up this clutch in a very short time.
Last edited by civicdrivr; 09-18-2012 at 03:51 PM.
The following users liked this post:
gollymeg (09-19-2012)
#23
9th Gear
Thread Starter
CT did get back to me and,not that i don't trust any of you, said the same thing. He mentioned a clutch that they no longer make and said i could Try to find one used in good shape. I'll just buy new though.
Again, I really do appreciate everyone's input, and the side conversations are netertaining to read as well as educating ((:
Again, I really do appreciate everyone's input, and the side conversations are netertaining to read as well as educating ((:
The following users liked this post:
justnspace (09-19-2012)
#24
Whats up with RDX owners?
iTrader: (9)
The Comptech clutch had a very high failure rate, if thats the clutch they were referring to.
Oh, and stay away from SPEC clutches.
Oh, and stay away from SPEC clutches.
#25
Lives in Boost
x2. I have 2.5" and a 3" resonator and it sounds (from what Civic is describing) exactly like his. I can try to take some vid/clips of it and put this GoPro to use.
#27
Whats up with RDX owners?
iTrader: (9)
Full 2.5" exhaust - XS headers, Magnaflow highflow cat, Comptech b-pipe, Magnaflow resonator, Comptech axle backs:
Full 3" exhaust - Custom equal length, long tube headers, Magnaflow highflow cat, Magnaflow resonator, Magnaflow mufflers:
As far as sound goes, theres very little difference between the two.
Full 3" exhaust - Custom equal length, long tube headers, Magnaflow highflow cat, Magnaflow resonator, Magnaflow mufflers:
As far as sound goes, theres very little difference between the two.
Last edited by civicdrivr; 09-19-2012 at 04:40 PM.
The following users liked this post:
gnuts (09-19-2012)
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
saberlove
2G TL Performance Parts & Modifications
12
03-11-2021 09:29 AM
jamestheunderdog
3G TL Problems & Fixes
11
07-19-2016 07:58 PM
mugen_kid
Member Cars for Sale
7
11-13-2015 10:38 PM