LSGunZ28

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Well Im going to purchase a new clutch and do the drill mod..

I have a LS7 clutch in now and Aluminum FW

I want a lightweight flywheel, but not as light as the aluminum one i had.

what woul dyou reccomend me?

I have 364 rwhop now, but soon will have 430+RWHP and even after that I plan on exceeding the 500whp mark.

so something that can sustain that kind of power, and in a DD car.

Also the car sees significant track time and dragstrip 6000rpm clutch dumps and has a moser 12 bolt 3.73s.

Im changing my clutch because it was recommeneded by Amer from T-56 rebuilds in connection with some trans issues I was having.

so any input would be appreciated, thanks.

LSGunZ28

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Textralia or ram is what I was thinking, but is there anything else I should be looking for?

brad8266

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One of the Tex clutches or a 3+

LSGunZ28

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why not RAM?

also Ive heard plenty garbage on the spec 3

brad8266

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I said the 3+, not the 3. Ive also heard garbage on the tex and the ram, they are all still good clutches IMO.

LSGunZ28

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Drivability is a concern but not as big of a concewrn as reliability/longevity.

I want the clutch to last over 25,000 miles even i racing conditions, etc as well as a daily driver and spirited driving.

if such a clutch exists and can withstand over 500+ RWHP this is what Im looking for.

brad8266

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I can tell you from experience that the 3+ holds well for those power levels and drives pretty damn good. What will kill it is excessive slipping of the clutch. During normal driving I take off with mine at around 1500 rpm with minimum slippage.

LSGunZ28

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Okay. I launch the car at 6k rpm and do this on slicks. I would say 12 - 15 times a month. powershift therough all gears ( when drag racing) and roadrace it for a good 6 hours - 8 hours ( not continuous, with small breaks between) about 3 - 4 times a year.

its also a DD

now after that info. will the spec 3+ hold up well?

and why not a textralia?

I dont really wish to spend lots of money, but if I have to I will (text)

brad8266

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It will hold up to it, and im sure a tex will as well, and both are good daily drivers. The 3+ is under $550 and is around $800 with a billet flywheel. I dont remember what the tex runs but it is more expensive than the 3+.

I really cant say which one is better because there are too many variables with clutches such as longevitiy and ability to hold power. I will tell you this, both clutchs can hold a lot of power when used and installed properly.

ae13291

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will u sell ur aluminum flywheel??? pm me if your interested

Vindication

Why not a Exedy? Your asking a lot out of a clutch and it seems your looking for value. If this is the case Textrilia is probably a good option.

If your making under 450 rwhp the LS7 is the best one to go with....

LSGunZ28

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not according to t-56 rebuilds...

which textralia should I go with though?

brad8266

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the single disk cheaper one from tex should be fine for ya.

Vindication

text it is then..

my friend wants a rematch when he finishes his car.

LSGunZ28

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So now I talked to Amber from T56 rebuilds.


she is recommending a SPEC 3 with a shim. because the text and ls7 clutches, when they break in, seem to be not disengaging/engaging properly and thus causing the gear to not go in properly..

I must drive around with my car in 2nd gear for a good 30 - 40 miles and see if my blocker ring is glazed over. if it improves, then Im good. If it doesnt i need a clutch for sure. I should change my clutch anyways, just because Im dumping the car at 6000 rpm on slicks and I know the LS7 clutch doesnt like that.

lastly, I may need to disassemble my trans if it hasnt improved anyways and change my 2nd gear blocker ring. if all feels the same and/or check what else may be wrong.

which if it comes to that, really sucks, since I rebuilt it april 2007.

LSGunZ28

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Spec 3+ and spec 3 whats the difference?

silverZ98

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pricy but i say go cartek

ls1leadfoot

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Have The Ram........too Much Chatter And As Well And A At Leasr A 90lb Pedal.....would Be Great For A Track Only Car Or Weekend Drvr.......do Something More Forgiving.....also Lurchs Really Bad If Your Below 1,800rpm