Spd-Kilz

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I have to replace the engine in my LT1 Camaro. Figure it's time to do the clutch as well.

What is a good clutch for a STOCK LT1. Nothing fancy. Looking to keep the cost down, with something great for daily driving.

SS RRR

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Stock

Hackscamaro

im runnin a spec stage 2 behind my built motor with AI heads and cam. it holds excelent and it feels just like a stock clutch. pretty decent price as well. or just like stated above go with a stock clutch. have your flywheel surfaced as well

tbag_skywalker

Your best choice ^

Or really any full-faced clutch (no pucks), organic or kevlar.

SS RRR

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I guess it depends on what you do. If you just drive it on the street then I'd get something from Autozone or one of the mildest aftermarket clutches available. If the car sees some track use I'd say go with a RAM since it feels just like stock, but you risk having to use an adjustable master cylinder because engagement has been known to be an issue. I'm not going to recommend Spec right now because I am in the middle of taking my Stage 3+ pressure plate back to them because I believe it's not right...

Hackscamaro

i have never had a problem with my spec its been through hell and back and a twisted drive line that busted the bell housing and tweeked the input shaft. all i did was replace a throwout in it and its been workin perfectly

GR33N GoblinM6

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what about F1 stage 1? or Sachs? or Valeo?

IronOutlaw

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Myt clutch started slipping pretty bad in my car recently and Ive been debating the same thing. However, I do plan on getting some sticky tires and running at the track a few times. Im also considering throwing a cheap N2o kit on the car.

My two choices Ive narrowed it down to are the Autozone stock replacement and the Competition Clutch Stage two. The Autozone can be had for around $170 with a good warranty. The stage two Competition Clutch I found can be shipped for under $300, and hold waay more power than stock. Most reviews Ive read of guys using them say they drive like stock and I havent heard a single complaint from one. Im leaning towards the Competition Stage Two right now.

Spd-Kilz

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How much is the Autozone one? What about getting one directly from GM?

wrd1972

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Call competition clutch. I have the stage 2 and really like it.

tbag_skywalker

www.GMPartsDirect.com for OEM parts, cheaper than the stealership.

I think shbox.com has the clutch part numbers listed on his website, too.

tbag_skywalker

Oh yea and awesome avatar, McLovin'

GR33N GoblinM6

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the autozone one is a valeo.. which i think is the stock GM clutch..???

wrd1972

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Sort of. The disk is normally Valeo but the pressure plate is Chinese cheapo.

Ponch95

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Competition Clutch are awesome, to me it is one of the best clutches you can buy

chavez885

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Get one from vatozone so you can warranty it out if its gonna be stock foo!

BALLSS

for the $ the Competition Clutch "looks" to be a good value. Given most if not all LT1 "pull" type PP are now clones of the OEM Valeo and made in China the disc construction and materials is the only variable difference beyween brands.

I suspect most make their discs from componets made in China. McLeod states their spline hubs are USA. Not sure where the spring centers and disc materials themselves are made.

Some buy a Autozone kit and McLeod DF disc. That combo is about $375

fex77k

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They are mostly all Valeo's the big difference is the pressure plate and friction disks. Some of the clutches have higher clamping pressure and puck like friction disks.



For a stock car a Spec 2 is just fine, just don't slip it and you will be fine.

madhatter

The autozone setup is great for a street car with bolt ons. Can't beat the lifetime warranty either!

LVZ2881

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another vote for Competition clutches here.