LS7 clutch pics
08-30-2005, 09:36 AM
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Originally Posted by c5blkvette
Wouldnt the gap be increased with the stand-offs at the bolting points on the LS2 flywheel? Are you sure you did not have the clutch disk on backwards creating a stand-off on the LS1 flywheel? I am still not 100% convinced that the LS7 PP cannot be used with a LS1 flywheel.
Originally Posted by Bearman
As for the "fingers", I misnamed them. If you look at the purple line on the LS7 pressure plate, just to the right and below a bit, you will see teeth in a oval cut slot. There the same slots all the way around the pressure plate. In there are the teeth I spoke of. From the picture, I see that they are all exposing more than one tooth.
I discussed the gap problem with the other builders and we all agree that the only way that could happen is if he installed the clutch plate backwards. The plate is marked "flywheel side". Have him check that. Other than that, it is supposed to fit."
As for the "fingers", I misnamed them. If you look at the purple line on the LS7 pressure plate, just to the right and below a bit, you will see teeth in a oval cut slot. There the same slots all the way around the pressure plate. In there are the teeth I spoke of. From the picture, I see that they are all exposing more than one tooth.
I discussed the gap problem with the other builders and we all agree that the only way that could happen is if he installed the clutch plate backwards. The plate is marked "flywheel side". Have him check that. Other than that, it is supposed to fit."
08-30-2005, 10:35 AM
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The clutch was not mounted backwards, the ls7 clutch and PP will only bolt up to the ls2/ls7 flywheel. I will post pics when I get back from work.
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08-30-2005, 11:26 AM
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Originally Posted by GuitsBoy
Didnt this guy say that there was no compatibility at all between the ls7 clutch and ls1 engine? How much can we believe if he keeps changing his story?
08-30-2005, 11:33 AM
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Originally Posted by c5blkvette
Where did he change his story? He is still saying there should be no compatability issues... However, I tend to believe MAS280 as he has actual parts in front of him. I think Bearman is only working on LS7s.
08-30-2005, 11:36 AM
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Originally Posted by c5blkvette
Where did he change his story? He is still saying there should be no compatability issues... However, I tend to believe MAS280 as he has actual parts in front of him. I think Bearman is only working on LS7s.
08-30-2005, 11:59 AM
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I would prefer it fitted the LS1 flywheel but my second just as good option would be to buy a SPEC LS2 billet steel flywheel for ~$230 (only $55 more than a stock GM cast flywheel)
08-30-2005, 05:47 PM
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Originally Posted by GuitsBoy
I could have sworn i read a quoted text from him saying that it was not compatible, but now I cant find where he said that. If Im incorrect, I apologize. Id love to see it fit the ls1 flywheel, but I dont think it would be a bad idea to buy a new ls7 flywheel anyway. Might make more sense than shaving it down.
The LS7Power.com guy (i think nosjohn) posted a quote from bearman saying that it would not fit. You are not wrong here, why did he change his story??
08-30-2005, 11:37 PM
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SPEC doesnt have a C6 flywheel. We have tried 3 C5 clutches in our project C6 and none of them have worked. I will post the pics of everything wed.
08-31-2005, 12:58 AM
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Here are some pics, everything bolted right up to my motor. The engagement point on the ls7 is 1/16" closer to the motor, but it will work just fine.
08-31-2005, 08:47 AM
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Originally Posted by Mike TexaSS
SPEC doesnt have a C6 flywheel. We have tried 3 C5 clutches in our project C6 and none of them have worked. I will post the pics of everything wed.
Anyway, I am sure it is only a matter of time before LS2 flywheels are released onto the market. I do know for a fact that Fidanza has an Aluminum flywheel for $400 that will work with this clutch:
08-31-2005, 09:47 AM
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Great pics and thanks for taking the time to get them posted MAS280. Like someone else posted, let us know how it drives. Here is the rundown:
- LS1 motor
- LS2 flywheel
- LS7 clutch and PP
- LS1 motor
- LS2 flywheel
- LS7 clutch and PP
08-31-2005, 10:12 PM
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Originally Posted by fugasi
So, is it concluded that this is the combination that will work?
09-01-2005, 08:49 AM
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I'm glad GM finally decided to upgrade the POS clutch disc
I've had two of them spin the center hub free because of the weak joints, leaving me stranded
And my car is basically stock!!
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