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Old Dec 30, 2008 | 05:19 PM
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Question Buy a used clutch?
Im needing a new clutch and was just wondering if buying a used one is a good idea? and if I do buy used what do I want to look for when looking at the pictures of the clutch/flywheel etc. before buying?
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Old Dec 30, 2008 | 05:35 PM
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I have sold 3 used clutches in the past and LS6, LS7 and a used Tex single disc. All looked like brand new and have not had 1 complaint about any of them.
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Old Dec 30, 2008 | 05:40 PM
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Just get all the info and pics you can... you can never be too safe with used performance parts.
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Old Dec 30, 2008 | 05:42 PM
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Yeah what do I look for in the pics?

I really want a monster stage 3 but....cash is limited.
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negative.
but if u do, miteaswell buy some used brake pads and spark plugs while youre at it.
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Originally Posted by 90TSiAWD
Yeah what do I look for in the pics?

I really want a monster stage 3 but....cash is limited.
Honestly man, it's hard to say... if it were me I just wouldn't do it, but, there has been some good that has come from buying used performance parts so I try to be unbiased.

I'd like to get you taken care of on the clutch...
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all that work for a used clutch ??????? save your money and go new.
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all that work for a used clutch ??????? save your money and go new.
Agreed, there are PLENTY of cheap clutches that can get you by.

Unless you know the car and know the driver and inspect the plates, then MAYBE. I wouldnt do it for any less then a Tex oz700.
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Im going to save up and get a Monster Clutch Level 3 with chromoly Flywheel.
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Old Jan 6, 2009 | 05:21 PM
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Originally Posted by 90TSiAWD
Im going to save up and get a Monster Clutch Level 3 with chromoly Flywheel.
Thank you sir... I appreciate the business!
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Old Jan 6, 2009 | 05:57 PM
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SNL,

Do your clutch sets with the flywheels come balanced from you?
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Old Jan 6, 2009 | 08:22 PM
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Originally Posted by brad8266
SNL,

Do your clutch sets with the flywheels come balanced from you?
Yes, the assemblies are -zero- balanced.
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Originally Posted by SNLPerformance
Yes, the assemblies are -zero- balanced.
Sweet!!
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