LT1-LT4 Modifications 1993-97 Gen II Small Block V8
View Poll Results: Best clutch for the $$
O'Reilly's OEM + McLeod disc
20
15.50%
RAM Powergrip
8
6.20%
RAM Powergrip HD
22
17.05%
RAM Premium Replacement
2
1.55%
RAM HDX
8
6.20%
Spec Stage 1
4
3.10%
Spec Stage 2
14
10.85%
Spec Stage 3
37
28.68%
Spec Stage 4
9
6.98%
Zoom MU
5
3.88%
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Old Dec 11, 2008 | 02:53 PM
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yea hes lik SNLperformance i believe
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Old Dec 11, 2008 | 04:41 PM
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Thanks guys, and yes, I own Monster Clutch Co.

We are in the process of producing a Level 1-6 for the LT motors, we are in the process of getting them done, we'll be needing testers when we're done.
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Old Dec 11, 2008 | 05:30 PM
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well add me as a tester, and pm me what i have to pay. forged 355 buildup with a LITTLE hit of dope pm me if your interested
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Old Dec 12, 2008 | 05:22 PM
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ram hdx is what im rockin' and it works good for me being its mine my summer dd.
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Old Dec 12, 2008 | 09:27 PM
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Originally Posted by SNLPerformance
Thanks guys, and yes, I own Monster Clutch Co.

We are in the process of producing a Level 1-6 for the LT motors, we are in the process of getting them done, we'll be needing testers when we're done.
How close are you to needing testers? 430rwhp daily driver here is in need of a clutch. Feel free to send a pm.
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Old Dec 12, 2008 | 10:09 PM
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and you already know i want to test for you 383 build up in progress will be hittin it with a 200 shot ill put one to the test
and id be lookin to test the level 5 or 6. please pm me updates.
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Old Dec 12, 2008 | 10:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Steve in Seattle
Too bad the best clutch out there isn't listed.

McLeod Street Twin.

For $1100 I got an aluminum twin disk capable of more HP and anything above, PLUS it was NICE to daily drive, strong enough to outlast 3 10-bolt rearends, and 160,000 miles. When we pulled it (to replace the engine with a 396 last month) it still had plenty of friction pad left.

I'd never buy a different clutch for a LTx. Not for a stock one, and definitely not for my 500+hp 396.
+1 for this
Same here 35k and still going strong but I got the steel flywheel after couple days I could go from a stop without touching the gas and still have no chatter
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Old Dec 17, 2008 | 03:44 PM
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Originally Posted by SLawson86
well add me as a tester, and pm me what i have to pay. forged 355 buildup with a LITTLE hit of dope pm me if your interested
Originally Posted by speed_demon24
How close are you to needing testers? 430rwhp daily driver here is in need of a clutch. Feel free to send a pm.
Originally Posted by z28rob18
and you already know i want to test for you 383 build up in progress will be hittin it with a 200 shot ill put one to the test
and id be lookin to test the level 5 or 6. please pm me updates.
I appreciate it guys and I will be pm'ing you as we get the units in, they have to pass an engineer and myself before they go to you...
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Old Dec 17, 2008 | 04:00 PM
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Originally Posted by SNLPerformance
I appreciate it guys and I will be pm'ing you as we get the units in, they have to pass an engineer and myself before they go to you...
well thats kind of a good thing gives me time to build the motor
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Old Dec 17, 2008 | 04:08 PM
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Originally Posted by z28rob18
well thats kind of a good thing gives me time to build the motor
Good. I'll keep you posted.
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Old Dec 17, 2008 | 05:08 PM
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Originally Posted by SNLPerformance
Thanks guys, and yes, I own Monster Clutch Co.

We are in the process of producing a Level 1-6 for the LT motors, we are in the process of getting them done, we'll be needing testers when we're done.
I wont be a tester since my motor is on its way out and im building a 383. But I will need a new clutch to break in before my motor gets done in august and I'll be waiting for you guys to come out w/ lt clutches
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Old Dec 18, 2008 | 12:57 PM
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I was planning to replace my clutch anyways over the winter since I'm putting an S60 in the car. I'd be happy to try one of your clutches out if you have it available in time...
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Old Dec 25, 2008 | 12:38 PM
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count me in to please my car needs a clutch bad
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Old Dec 25, 2008 | 04:34 PM
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Specs used to be junk, search in the LS1 section about them but it seems like they have been doing very good as of now.


The early models had issues but seems like they have been cleared.


Id just go with RAM
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Old Jan 24, 2009 | 11:32 AM
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I just put a ram powergrip HD in my car. So far it has ~150 miles on it with no chatter, and it drives just like a stock clutch. + no break-in is nice.
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Old Jan 24, 2009 | 11:49 AM
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Checkout the Zoom HP clutch, it is very beefy, definitly has chatter until broken in, which was right around 500-550miles, but then smooths out and I only notice a little chatter going into reverse at 1200miles on mine...

It holds awesome and is a great clutch for the price. I put it in my '95 Z28, which has around 390rwhp. I am going to be building a 383 for it this spring pushing around 480rwhp or so and fully expect teh clutch to hold it beautifully.

For reference my '95 T/A has a Mcleod Street Twin with aluminum flywheel and it is liek stock, smooth buttery engagement and totally easy pedal feel, but holds like no other. I just couldn't bring myself to spend $1200+ on that clutch for the Camaro, as the camaro won't ever be at anywhere near the power levels the T/A has...
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Old Jan 24, 2009 | 12:40 PM
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Originally Posted by 95 TA - The Beast
Checkout the Zoom HP clutch, it is very beefy, definitly has chatter until broken in, which was right around 500-550miles, but then smooths out and I only notice a little chatter going into reverse at 1200miles on mine...

It holds awesome and is a great clutch for the price. I put it in my '95 Z28, which has around 390rwhp. I am going to be building a 383 for it this spring pushing around 480rwhp or so and fully expect teh clutch to hold it beautifully.

For reference my '95 T/A has a Mcleod Street Twin with aluminum flywheel and it is liek stock, smooth buttery engagement and totally easy pedal feel, but holds like no other. I just couldn't bring myself to spend $1200+ on that clutch for the Camaro, as the camaro won't ever be at anywhere near the power levels the T/A has...
Did you go with the kevlar disc or organic is your camaro? I'm thinking about getting a zoom clutch for my car. It seems like a nice kit for the price
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Old Jan 24, 2009 | 05:45 PM
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Originally Posted by zoomclutch
Just another option on the market from Zoom...

We thought that some of you would like to see proof rather than just read about it.

May want to keep Zoom products as an option.

I found a part number for a twin disk zoom clutch for a LT1. It was in Australia and I could not find it at any available retailer. Where do I get this at??.
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Old Jan 24, 2009 | 07:25 PM
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I got a SPEC stage 2 clutch, and its beautiful.
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Old Jan 25, 2009 | 10:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Spiers
Well I just ordered an OEM replacement from O'Reilly's and the McLeod 7500 rpm Kevlar disc. Should be installed on Wednesday.

Total ~$400
This is the same setup I'm running with about 4k miles on it. I'm not making that much power, but I've had no issues and would totally recommend it. The only thing I would have done different is shop around for a cheaper flywheel. I forget what I paid for my autozone one but I've heard you can get it a little cheaper elsewhere.
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