Slipping clutch
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Slipping clutch I was merging onto the highway the other day in 4th and gave it a little gas to get up to highway speed when my clutch slipped. I tested it in 6th and 5th and the same result...so looks like my clutch is on it's way out. Right now it has a Spec Stage III in it and I'm not a fan of the pedal being all or nothing. I'd like something much closer to stock. I'm not sure exactly what I'll go with but my friends have suggested either an LS7 or a Monster Stage 2. My big question is this...what all is needed to replace the clutch? Just the clutch itself? Flywheel, slave cylinder, etc? There's a lot of choices out there and I just want to be informed. Car is an 00' WS6 w/bolt-ons and the only other performance mods I'll probably be looking to do is heads/intake.
I was merging onto the highway the other day in 4th and gave it a little gas to get up to highway speed when my clutch slipped. I tested it in 6th and 5th and the same result...so looks like my clutch is on it's way out. Right now it has a Spec Stage III in it and I'm not a fan of the pedal being all or nothing. I'd like something much closer to stock. I'm not sure exactly what I'll go with but my friends have suggested either an LS7 or a Monster Stage 2. My big question is this...what all is needed to replace the clutch? Just the clutch itself? Flywheel, slave cylinder, etc? There's a lot of choices out there and I just want to be informed. Car is an 00' WS6 w/bolt-ons and the only other performance mods I'll probably be looking to do is heads/intake.
I don't have experience with other clutches but I just installed the monster stage 2 and I have 400 miles on it so far and it is doing very well. I did notice a fair difference in the pedal effort - stage 2 has a stiffer pedal than stock but I am already used to it and is not even an issue now. There is a very small amount of shudder when taking off very easy - like you would in a parking lot - but it is minimal and I think that is the nature of the beast when dealing with a fairly strong aftermarket clutch. I would certainly recommend the Monster at this point and I know others will as well
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I just installed my stg 3 in my Z06, it's a bit of overkill for now, car only makes 420rwhp but i wanted room for growth!! When can i really start putting power to it? Is the 500 mi break in that critical? i like the feel so far, smooth engagement, pedal effort is increased but my wife still can drive it, so it's not to bad!!
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I don't have the cash at the moment as I'm in the middle of a career change, but now I'm armed with some good info. The clutch in mine shudders pretty bad and will squeal when taking off from a dead stop unless you have just the right RPMs. How is the clutch travel? With mine it's all or nothing and I really don't like it
Are you sure you have a Stage 3+ and not a Stage 3? I ask because the Stage 3+ is quite progressive for engagement and easy to drive on the street? The 3, which has a puck-type disc, can be a bote more on and off in terms of engagement. How many miles are on the kit you have? What kid of usage has it seen? Either way, when you get the clutch out send me some pics for assessment. Thanks,
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i've got a few thousand miles on a monster level 2...i got the premium package and lightened flywheel. I installed a tick master cylinder while i was in there and a speed bleeder.
Monster 2 is a quality piece...stiff at first but consistent. Spec stage 2 is also a quality piece but it may require you to shim your slave cylinder...that may be good or bad depending on your school of thought. monster 2 and spec 2 were similar in price so i went with the monster since it was less work to install.
Monster 2 is a quality piece...stiff at first but consistent. Spec stage 2 is also a quality piece but it may require you to shim your slave cylinder...that may be good or bad depending on your school of thought. monster 2 and spec 2 were similar in price so i went with the monster since it was less work to install.
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oh and if you're not going to compete (drag, autox, road race, etc)...look into an LS7 clutch setup. lots of folks on here love it and say it has an awesome feel so its something to consider.
good luck with the job situation.
good luck with the job situation.
Last edited by brigade24; Sep 25, 2012 at 03:41 PM. Reason: added some details
i've got a few thousand miles on a monster level 2...i got the premium package and lightened flywheel. I installed a tick master cylinder while i was in there and a speed bleeder.
Monster 2 is a quality piece...stiff at first but consistent. Spec stage 2 is also a quality piece but it may require you to shim your slave cylinder...that may be good or bad depending on your school of thought. monster 2 and spec 2 were similar in price so i went with the monster since it was less work to install.
Monster 2 is a quality piece...stiff at first but consistent. Spec stage 2 is also a quality piece but it may require you to shim your slave cylinder...that may be good or bad depending on your school of thought. monster 2 and spec 2 were similar in price so i went with the monster since it was less work to install.
Thanks for the kind words man, glad you like it. To the OP, give us a call and well get you squared away.
Our Stage 1 would easily handle your needs: providing great drivability and plenty of capacity to boot. Take a look at the link below or give me a call if you have other questions. Thanks
http://www.specclutch.com/cars/Ponti...Am/2000/Single
http://www.specclutch.com/cars/Ponti...Am/2000/Single
