Manual Transmission - 97 LT1 Camaro needs clutch
Rodinator1234
03-26-2012, 08:14 PM
I don't want to spend money just to spend it, so I'm asking how much clutch do I need? Midly modified headers, cam, cold air cat back ect. Car made 348rwhp on dyno. Clutch went last night on a 2-3 up shift. What clutch would suit my needs.
Rodinator1234
04-01-2012, 07:59 PM
I went with a Ram Power Grip. This is the clutch that came out of the car. http://i776.photobucket.com/albums/yy44/rodinator1234/089c36e5.jpg
http://i776.photobucket.com/albums/yy44/rodinator1234/3b73ea1c.jpg
1995 Z28
04-01-2012, 08:34 PM
I had also got a ram power grip, installing it this weekend. Where did you get it at? I went with summit and got a complete kit.
Rodinator1234
04-01-2012, 08:44 PM
I got it from Summit as well. I like it so far just a little grabby right off the bat on first test drive.
Valkyn
04-01-2012, 10:28 PM
Looks like the one you have still has another 50000 miles in it..
I like my Spec clutch, not sure how expensive they are compared to others.
SPEC-01
04-02-2012, 11:37 AM
I think you would be happy with one of our 7 available options. Take a look at the second set of parts on the link below to find specifics on part number, cost, and capacity.
http://www.specclutch.com/cars/Chevy/Camaro/1997/Single
I think you will find that these kit offer amazing performance and durability with great reviews as well. Let me know if you have any further questions. And if you want to take a look at the link below for more info on our offerings and the things that make them different than other kits on the market!
http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/manual-transmission/799810-pressure-plate-question.html
Valkyn
04-05-2012, 11:00 AM
Hey Spec...what is the point of the Spec 4 clutch these days? When the 3 is rated for the same torque and the 3+ is rated for more?
SPEC-01
04-05-2012, 12:27 PM
The Stage 4 is for those seeking the lightest disc option. The fact that is forgoes the sprung hub, and that is is available in 6, 4, and 3-puck variations, makes it great for folks that road-race, drift or that simply want the lightest rotational mass possible.
1quickTransAm
04-05-2012, 01:34 PM
We have about the same power so perhaps I can help.
At that power you'll be fine with an AutoZone replacement. I had one for a long time and it worked great - I only took it out because I needed trans work done and I figured I'd upgrade while I was in there.
I just put in a Spec Stage 2 and while I only have 100 miles on it so far, I REALLY like it too. Very good build quality and packaged really well. I only went with this over the AutoZone because I am installing N2O and needed a higher torque rating then.
Rodinator1234
04-05-2012, 08:26 PM
I agree I probably could have used a stock clutch there was no evidence of any slip hot spots or such. I think my failure was directly related to a bad pilot bearing. Which allowed the input shaft to walk for lack of a better term And caused the clutch disk at the center to flange connection to weaken an rip out. I replaced the bearing with a pilot bushing input shaft looked good micked at.590 new bushing was.593 so 3 thou for slip fit. I did not set up a dial indicator and spin the shaft to see if it was bent. But visably and feel it felt good. I bought the ram for insurance in the future. I like it so far though.
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