Spec Stage 3+ Problems
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Spec Stage 3+ Problems
Here is one that no one can figure out, not even Spec. I had the first stage 3+, the disc was silver in color, full surface disc not pucks. Had the complete kit installed, Pressure plate, Flywheel, clutch, throw out bearing. After break in app 1000 miles of stop and go driving went to the track. Launching at 4500 RPM the clutch grabbed on take off then let go, If I tried to back pedal it just went to the rev limiter but if I released the clutch and let it grab then hammer down, it held. Sent it back to Spec and they sent me a complete new kit. They said that they were having problems with the disc, That is was too hard and not seating. Anyway the new setup, The disc was gold in color, Again after break in went to the track, same thing, Launch hard it slips, Let the clutch out to grab then hammer, it holds. My car 95 Z28, Forced Inducted, 648 RWHP/612 TQ, Now get this, I removed the supercharger because I am going turbo, N/A it only makes right at 400 RWHP, Still does the same thing. I'm Pissed now..
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I have 07 zo6 super charged 600 rwhp spec 3 + installed 800 mile breakin first time at track back in to burn out box then pull out get to line car would not shift stuck in gear removed clutch completly melted and welded to fly wheel spec did nothing but say it was installed wrong yada yada. specs suck
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Moe...lets look at this further. It slipped with the blower and without. In truth I don't believe that you are over powering the kit. It is possible that you are dealing with a fluid transfer issue. Perhaps the slave is slow to completely relieve the fluid pressure on the diaphragm fingers. If this were the case it could cause the clutch to slip momentarily and then grab after it has bled back. Though upon initial inspection this would appear to be slave related, the slave is dependent on the master. That being said, if the Master was bleeding fluid past the seal it would not allow fluid to return through the feed line. I don't recall speaking with you directly Moe but I would be happy to assist you if needed. Based on the info you provided above I would replace the Master Cylinder and go from there. Thanks!
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Moe...lets look at this further. It slipped with the blower and without. In truth I don't believe that you are over powering the kit. It is possible that you are dealing with a fluid transfer issue. Perhaps the slave is slow to completely relieve the fluid pressure on the diaphragm fingers. If this were the case it could cause the clutch to slip momentarily and then grab after it has bled back. Though upon initial inspection this would appear to be slave related, the slave is dependent on the master. That being said, if the Master was bleeding fluid past the seal it would not allow fluid to return through the feed line. I don't recall speaking with you directly Moe but I would be happy to assist you if needed. Based on the info you provided above I would replace the Master Cylinder and go from there. Thanks!
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I have 07 zo6 super charged 600 rwhp spec 3 + installed 800 mile breakin first time at track back in to burn out box then pull out get to line car would not shift stuck in gear removed clutch completly melted and welded to fly wheel spec did nothing but say it was installed wrong yada yada. specs suck
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Myfast...we have used the same Stage 3+ material for over 2-years. In the early stages of stage 3+ development we used a different disc compound that has been used successfully by lots of people...including use in some of our own personal cars. In extreme heat situations, often caused when the disc was not fully broken in and thus friction was limited to a smaller friction area the material could stick to the flywheel when cooling. This has not been a common occurance...nor is it any longer relavent. I appreciate the info you have provided and am glad that you are happy with the results of our stage but lets make sure we are comparing apples to apples. Thanks and have a good weekend!
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My SPEC 3+ / Master / Slave cylinder / clutch issues were resolved with I replaced the Master and Slave cylinders and (while I was at it) carefully modded the line - issue solved!
My SPEC 3+ / Master / Slave cylinder / clutch issues were resolved with I replaced the Master and Slave cylinders and (while I was at it) carefully modded the line - issue solved!
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Just wanted to say that my spec 3+ has 700 miles on it. 500 break in miles and last 200 spirited miles. When I broke in I did alot of up an down shifting, rev matching as told my by installer vette doctors. Clutch feels good so far, will keep you guys updated.
pushing about 500rwhp
pushing about 500rwhp