Need a clutch,validate my research PLZ
12-02-2001, 08:56 AM
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Need a clutch,validate my research PLZ 2000 SS-smoked the clutch bad last time out, couldn't get it in 2nd. Actually seems pretty good today but shifts a little notchy. I think I am on borrowed time so here is what I THINK is a good move, any help would be appreciated.
I am looking at a Ram clutch, Mcleod adj master, updated (2001) slave and the drill mod.
I am looking at a Ram clutch, Mcleod adj master, updated (2001) slave and the drill mod.
12-02-2001, 03:29 PM
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Re: Need a clutch,validate my research PLZ I'm in the EXACT same spot as you Quickdraw. I want the same setup you just gave. With the fair amount of research I've done Ram seems to be a good choice. Maybe Cartek is better, but I don't really want to spend $800 on a clutch. Heck, Harlan runs a Ram and he has something like 573rwhp?
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12-02-2001, 04:25 PM
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Re: Need a clutch,validate my research PLZ That $800 includes an adjustable master cylinder, and new slave cylinder! Another vote here for the CARTEK!!! <img src="images/icons/wink.gif" border="0">
12-02-2001, 06:44 PM
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Re: Need a clutch,validate my research PLZ [quote]Originally posted by JackZ28:
<strong>That $800 includes an adjustable master cylinder, and new slave cylinder! Another vote here for the CARTEK!!! <img src="images/icons/wink.gif" border="0"> </strong><hr></blockquote>
Yeah, what he said. It's actually listed as $860 on Cartek's website with all the extras. Since he needs a new master and slave, that's how much it would cost him...assuming he doesn't get it on a GP. <img src="images/icons/tongue.gif" border="0"> Cartek disc and PP = $530. Ram disc and PP = $300.
<strong>That $800 includes an adjustable master cylinder, and new slave cylinder! Another vote here for the CARTEK!!! <img src="images/icons/wink.gif" border="0"> </strong><hr></blockquote>
Yeah, what he said. It's actually listed as $860 on Cartek's website with all the extras. Since he needs a new master and slave, that's how much it would cost him...assuming he doesn't get it on a GP. <img src="images/icons/tongue.gif" border="0"> Cartek disc and PP = $530. Ram disc and PP = $300.
12-03-2001, 05:05 PM
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Re: Need a clutch,validate my research PLZ Thanks for all the help guys. I think I will go Cartek just because it is proven. Ram may be a great choice but is pretty new so time will tell. I want to do this right the first time.
12-03-2001, 05:46 PM
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Re: Need a clutch,validate my research PLZ Actually, only the kit as a whole is pretty new. I'm using the 300 series disc because I don't need quite the holding power of the disk that Harlan is using. I use the same pressure plate, and resurfaced flywheel though. 4000+ miles and no problems yet.
12-05-2001, 09:56 PM
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Re: Need a clutch,validate my research PLZ normal usage <img src="images/icons/grin.gif" border="0">
i beat the crap out of it for 9k miles. With close to 600 RWHP, 10k miles seems to be the magic number for me on clutches
The disc thickness hadn't changed much, but the p-plate and flywheel were very worn
It didn't fail. never even slipped. it just got to the point where it became very notchy and chattery.
I still have the old one, i really need to take pics to show the wear.
i beat the crap out of it for 9k miles. With close to 600 RWHP, 10k miles seems to be the magic number for me on clutches
The disc thickness hadn't changed much, but the p-plate and flywheel were very worn
It didn't fail. never even slipped. it just got to the point where it became very notchy and chattery.
I still have the old one, i really need to take pics to show the wear.
12-06-2001, 12:17 AM
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Re: Need a clutch,validate my research PLZ [quote]Originally posted by J'sRamAir:
<strong>Hmmm...what do you mean 'second one'?</strong><hr></blockquote>
I ran 10k miles on my Centerforce before i wore it out
I ran 9k miles on my first RAM before it wore out
I'm on the second RAM now, 4k miles and counting.
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<strong>Hmmm...what do you mean 'second one'?</strong><hr></blockquote>
I ran 10k miles on my Centerforce before i wore it out
I ran 9k miles on my first RAM before it wore out
I'm on the second RAM now, 4k miles and counting.
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12-06-2001, 11:51 AM
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Re: Need a clutch,validate my research PLZ Oh ok. I guess that's good news for me. I don't plan on going over 400rwhp so I guess I'll be ok. <img src="images/icons/grin.gif" border="0">
12-06-2001, 05:39 PM
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Re: Need a clutch,validate my research PLZ [quote]Originally posted by Rock:
<strong>Actually I'm trying to organize a RAM GP Through a local company. Any interest?</strong><hr></blockquote>
I'm interested!!!
Need a clutch to handle my mild heads/cam set up very soon!!!!
<strong>Actually I'm trying to organize a RAM GP Through a local company. Any interest?</strong><hr></blockquote>
I'm interested!!!
Need a clutch to handle my mild heads/cam set up very soon!!!!
12-06-2001, 05:50 PM
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Re: Need a clutch,validate my research PLZ Can anybody comment on Star Spec Stage 3 disk set up's?? Most of the sponsors listed below sell them for around $500.
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