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Old 12-22-2009, 01:17 PM
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What clutches is everyone using with a transbraked th350 that sees street use?
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we install the Borg warner Hi Energy clutches
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The clutch plates aren't particularly important with the transbrake. It's setting the transmission up for the brake is where attention to detail comes to play.
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I'm sure stock replacement clutches wouldnt like the abuse dealt out from a brake. Of couse attention to detail would be required as with any high performance part.
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I'm sure stock replacement clutches wouldnt like the abuse dealt out from a brake. Of couse attention to detail would be required as with any high performance part.
If you're sure, then don't use them. There are plenty of other parts in that transmission that I would address when using a transbrake, other than the clutches.
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I have all the upgraded hard parts, just asking about clutches.
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Stay away from raybestos. Use borg warner waffle or grooved frictions. Machine the direct drum piston and put 6 frictions in the direct.
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Cool, anything specal for the low/reverse? Those are the two that engage when the brake is engaged correct?
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