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Old 01-21-2013, 01:22 PM
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i know there is monster..but what i need is a pressure plate, disc, flywheel, and slave cylinder and monster wants $850 to my front door..thats alot of money for a clutch, i know they are a very good brand and i have friends that have them but i was wondering if anyone has used a clutch to handle this much power that is cheaper? its for a 2000 ls1 camaro t56 tranny for my mustang.
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Don't go cheap McCleod RXT or street twin.
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McLeod RST here. If feels like stock, but is good up until around 800 hp
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Check out Monster, its worth the price
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Dude, if you want to run big HP you better be ready to spend big $$$! You can't just hit 800+ HP and expect to run ebay parts or cheap brands.

As the saying goes, want to play, gotta pay! Don't cheap out on important parts, friction and power transfer points are the most important. You'll end up replacing them again soon and that will just cost you more money in the long run!

Hey clutch gurus, since this topic is up. Is there a rebuildable clutch for HP numbers around 600 to 800?

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Our twins are able to be rebuilt. Once it is rebuilt, we start your the 2 year warranty over as well
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Take a look at the link below (the second parts set on the page) and let me know if you have any questions. We would be happy to work a package deal out for you if you are interested. Thanks in advance and have a good afternoon.

http://www.specclutch.com/cars/Chevy/Camaro/2001/Single
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ive decided this friday if monster is still haveing their sale im going to go ahead and order it..got the price down to $700 instead of $850.
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Hey guys. With new clutches, should I go with a lightweight flywheel or a standard heavy one. Like with Monsters Level 4 and 11" they have the option for 28lb steel or 18lb billet. Are there certain applications to have lighter or heavier flywheels or are lightweights an overall upgrade??
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man you'd probably be best to just call the monster tech line and ask them..
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Centerforce also makes a very nice clutch.
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I don't know if it shows on the main site but on the mobile tick shift .com I looked at the centerforce clutches but I didnt see any torque ratings.

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All I can say is McLeod, Monster and Centerforce are all great clutches. I also drove a while with Specs Super Twin Disc clutch and man that clutch feels real good I also recommend it.

I will be going automatic soo I will have to sell it away
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Originally Posted by LSX FOX
i know there is monster..but what i need is a pressure plate, disc, flywheel, and slave cylinder and monster wants $850 to my front door..thats alot of money for a clutch, i know they are a very good brand and i have friends that have them but i was wondering if anyone has used a clutch to handle this much power that is cheaper? its for a 2000 ls1 camaro t56 tranny for my mustang.

ACT twin wont be far off your price and comes complete with flywheel. And will hold way more than 650hp.

Slave will be extra if you need one.
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Originally Posted by KissMyTushZ28
I don't know if it shows on the main site but on the mobile tick **** .com I looked at the centerforce clutches but I didnt see any torque ratings.
Lol@tickshit .com I believe the DFX is rated at 700tq.
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Whoops! I really didnt meant to put "tickshit"! You guys do geat work! I had my transmission rebuilt by you guys in my Camaro z28 and also bought an adjustable cmc from you guys! Great quality parts, great customer service, and I definitely recommend you guys! My apologies!
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I love my Texralia OZ700 Z Grip. More streetable than my friends Monster Stage 3 and my Ram. Also had a lighter pedal than both but slightly heavier than my LS7 and Clutchmaster Stage 3. Also rated to 700tq. If I ever have the need I'll upgrade to there Exoskel twin.
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Originally Posted by KissMyTushZ28
Whoops! I really didnt meant to put "tickshit"! You guys do geat work! I had my transmission rebuilt by you guys in my Camaro z28 and also bought an adjustable cmc from you guys! Great quality parts, great customer service, and I definitely recommend you guys! My apologies!
I knew it was a typo it's all good. I thought it was funny as hell though.
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Im glad you knew it was a typo and found it funny lol!
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Originally Posted by oChristiano
I love my Texralia OZ700 Z Grip. More streetable than my friends Monster Stage 3 and my Ram. Also had a lighter pedal than both but slightly heavier than my LS7 and Clutchmaster Stage 3. Also rated to 700tq. If I ever have the need I'll upgrade to there Exoskel twin.
How much was your texralia and where did you purchase it??


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