HC installation is done.
Originally Posted by orangeapeel
Now, how about that clutch? 
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Originally Posted by ShevrolayZ28
I think for once I'm going to wait until the component breaks, or at least shows some wear before I replace it.
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Originally Posted by eamador11
Im still on stock clutch on my h/c. Dam I must be an awesome stick driver!
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Originally Posted by 02ZOh6
Put a tire on the car, it won't last a day at the track. Especially when your riding the clutch out at 5k.
Plus I always do alot of revmatching during downshifting and keep of the clutch pedal when sitting at lights.
Now back to your reg scheduled program....
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Originally Posted by ShevrolayZ28
I think an LS7 clutch is in the works for this Winter. I can't see the stocker lasting if I launch hard with good tires.
Originally Posted by eamador11
id think twice on that, the LS7 is much heavier since its designed for a 427ci. the flyheel is a larger rotating mass as well.
Is it all that bad to have a heavier clutch? The clutch is balanced and rotating in a perfect circle, unlike the reciprocating stuff that's attached to the crank.
Last edited by ShevrolayZ28; Sep 10, 2006 at 05:58 PM.
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Originally Posted by ShevrolayZ28
Yeah I'm still just planning. I read that the set up people are using on the LS1's is the LS7 friction and pressure plates along with the LS2 flywheel.
Is it all that bad to have a heavier clutch? The clutch is balanced and rotating in a perfect circle, unlike the reciprocating stuff that's attached to the crank.
Is it all that bad to have a heavier clutch? The clutch is balanced and rotating in a perfect circle, unlike the reciprocating stuff that's attached to the crank.
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Originally Posted by ShevrolayZ28
Is it all that bad to have a heavier clutch? The clutch is balanced and rotating in a perfect circle, unlike the reciprocating stuff that's attached to the crank.
alum lightweight flywheel is an option as stated above. for vettes they cause added drivetrain noise in neutral but work real well.