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Old Dec 10, 2007 | 10:00 PM
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Ok, I'm thinking about getting the ls7/ls2 cutch combo. Is this a direct bolt in swap? Is there any shimming required?

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Old Dec 11, 2007 | 12:47 AM
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I recommend a 1/8" slave shim/spacer. That's what I used and the clutch works great. If you want to go that route, you can get one at www.speedinc.com

As long as you have the complete kit (clutch, pressure plate, and flywheel), it is a direct bolt in. Be sure and replace your pilot bearing and slave cylinder/TO bearing while you're in there!
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Old Dec 11, 2007 | 08:20 AM
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No shim here, and it works great. I have about 700 miles on it so far and I'm loving it.
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Old Dec 11, 2007 | 09:11 AM
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If i recall correctly specifically, we do not need the shim on the LS7
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Old Dec 11, 2007 | 09:33 AM
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No shim and the ls7 is a direct bolt up as long as you use and ls2 flywheel. NO SHIM!
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Old Dec 11, 2007 | 05:04 PM
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Thanks alot guys. Going to order this one tomorrow!
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Old Dec 11, 2007 | 05:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Snapps
No shim and the ls7 is a direct bolt up as long as you use and ls2 flywheel. NO SHIM!
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Old Dec 11, 2007 | 06:34 PM
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you can order them from sdparts.com but autozone has the cheapest price on the ls7 combo

i was confused as hell when i picked up my clutch kit form scoggin dickey chevrolet and it said LuK on it, but they manufacture clutches for GM

http://www.autozone.com/R,APP357923/...ductDetail.htm
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How much power can the Ls7 clutch handle? Can it withstand the power of a 408?
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Yes it is a direct bolt up, no shim is needed. Put mine in last spring and have plenty of miles on the combo from driving it all summer. Added the turbo's in the fall and over 4,000 miles on it with the turbo's. It is withstanding my 508rwhp/513rwtq so far.
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Thanks for the info.. i am going to a 408 so i am hoping the clutch will last.
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