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Old Nov 28, 2008 | 12:50 AM
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What next 750 to 800 rwhp next motor. My spec3 + failed again. With only 500 rwhp. 4000 lbs car I am looking something better.
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Old Nov 28, 2008 | 01:35 AM
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Checkout Monster Clutch...
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Old Nov 29, 2008 | 02:02 PM
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I'd go with the monster level 5 or 6 depending on what you use the car for...DD go with the 5, Track mostly go level 6.
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Old Nov 29, 2008 | 04:15 PM
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I was thinking of getting a Spec 3+ for my turbo car, but now i might second think that. Whats a monster clutch, where do you get it?
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Old Nov 29, 2008 | 04:52 PM
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Check out our website; www.monsterclutches.com!

If you have any questions you can pm me or call the shop, I'll be more than happy to take care of you!

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Old Nov 29, 2008 | 06:28 PM
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My McLeod twin disk is holding up great, but these Montser clutches look pretty interesting too.
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Old Dec 16, 2008 | 01:45 AM
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The monster looks good anyone driving one d+d? my cutch is almost dead what junk the clutch just slips under normal driving 8000 miles for no reason. With a little over 500 rwhp. clutch looks fine pressure plate just slips this number 2 first one 3000 miles.
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Old Dec 16, 2008 | 11:44 AM
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Js2...Is this the same issue that you have posted about before? If you would like to talk with me about this directly, as I have offered to assist you previously, then you are welcome to contact me at your convenience. I am in the office until 5pm. Thanks!

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As a side note, it may help if you provided a little more info, pics etc...for me to assess. As always I am happy to examine any issue you, or any others have. Thanks!
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Old Dec 16, 2008 | 01:45 PM
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For that kind of power I would use the new RAM street dual. It is a twin 11 inch disc. Every other twin disc clutch that I know of uses the small 8 7/8" discs. I dont know about the Monster clutches though....what is the diameter of their discs?
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Old Dec 16, 2008 | 01:51 PM
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By the way, I offer the Diamond Stage 3 clutch for $670 shipped (current special). It is rated at 700HP, so your power would be pushing it to the limit. It is a 12" pressure plate/disc, and a 25lb Billet steel flywheel (not one of the cheap 29lb ones).
The RAM street dual (that I posted above) is in one of my customer's cars. He is putting down 925RWHP, and paid about 1500 for the clutch. It has been the only one to hold up for him.
So, it really comes down to how much you want to spend. Let me know if I can help!

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Old Dec 17, 2008 | 03:41 PM
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Originally Posted by js2fst
The monster looks good anyone driving one d+d? my cutch is almost dead what junk the clutch just slips under normal driving 8000 miles for no reason. With a little over 500 rwhp. clutch looks fine pressure plate just slips this number 2 first one 3000 miles.
We've got tons of our clutches (right at 200 units now) on the road, most of which are driven daily. We have quite a few clutches that will work for your vehicle, just give us a call and we'll get you taken care of.

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For that kind of power I would use the new RAM street dual. It is a twin 11 inch disc. Every other twin disc clutch that I know of uses the small 8 7/8" discs. I dont know about the Monster clutches though....what is the diameter of their discs?
The Ram twin is actually a 10.5" disc, our old style was a "high clamp capacity" 7.25" disc, however, our disc wasn't pucked, it was solid. There is a hell of a lot more friction area on our old design than that of a pucked setup.

Our new prototype twin should be back from the engineer this week, it is a 10.5" design that will be similar to the Ram's, but, will have better friction material and a higher coefficient of friction.
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Monster Twin...listening
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Old Dec 21, 2008 | 01:51 PM
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Originally Posted by SNLPerformance
and a higher coefficient of friction.
hahahaha
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RPS carbon twin, I just ordered one
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I am seriously considering the Monster stage 5. Just like everyone else though, I am afraid to hit the buy button. Cluthes are not cheap and to go thru them like nothing as most have in the past it is hard to commit. I have been following these clutches over on the GTO forums and they seem to be doing very well over there in a heavy car. The 12 month warranty has me leaning very hard this way, however, most clutch companies seem to stand behind their stuff no matter the brand I just don't want to have to even think about replacement in the short term. I want to buy something that is proven and something I will not have to worry about.
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Old Dec 22, 2008 | 06:37 PM
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Originally Posted by 03 BUSA
I am seriously considering the Monster stage 5. Just like everyone else though, I am afraid to hit the buy button. Cluthes are not cheap and to go thru them like nothing as most have in the past it is hard to commit. I have been following these clutches over on the GTO forums and they seem to be doing very well over there in a heavy car. The 12 month warranty has me leaning very hard this way, however, most clutch companies seem to stand behind their stuff no matter the brand I just don't want to have to even think about replacement in the short term. I want to buy something that is proven and something I will not have to worry about.
Give me a call at the shop man, I'll be more than happy to go over any questions you may have.

I'd love to sell you a clutch and gain you as a customer, however, I would rather you be happy and satisfied with your purchase. I don't mind sharing my info with you on my product as well as others, not everything out there is junk.
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Originally Posted by TDP
hahahaha
That was a funny day!

But, it is true, they do have a higher coefficient of friction.
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Originally Posted by MotleyDrew
Monster Twin...listening
We will be releasing these into some test cars (hopefully) by next week. We've worked very hard refining these and we are damn near done. Look for some feedback from guys on this forum very soon.
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I'm in need of a clutch, however, i'm not gonna rush into it, i'm interested to see how the monster clutches are reviewed in the next several months.
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