Clutch for Auto-X
#1
Clutch for Auto-X
I need to get a new clutch for the Trans Am soon and plan on running in SCCA Solo this up coming season with it. Would something like a SPEC stag 1 or the equivalent be good enough for an exhaust/intake car with suspension work, or should I get something a little more beefy for it. TIA
#3
wouldent it be based more on power levels? i ran a spec stage 1 and loved it. alittle heavier than stock but not to hard on the leg in traffic. although you might want to consider a lighter flywheel while your there. depends what class you run whether or not your allowed. im in STU and i dont think were allowed lighter flywheels but I could be wrong. havent read that section because that car still has stock clutch and flywheel.
#4
I don't drive the car all that often on the street so pedal stiffness isn't a huge issue with it. I need to look up what class I'll be in with my suspension setup, if I even put the shocks and springs on.
I guess I should add, I did find an LS7 complete kit for cheaper than anything else. How would that work in a short even like auto-x?
I guess I should add, I did find an LS7 complete kit for cheaper than anything else. How would that work in a short even like auto-x?
Last edited by lookin4aTA; 03-10-2014 at 09:08 PM.
#5
My clutch pedal is a bit hard, but it's not bad. I'm used to it. The light flywheel and pressure plate takes a little getting used to. There's a more narrow band in which you can shift off the line and not look like you're doing a holeshot or bogging out. Just make sure you're not near a cop when you're figuring that out, and all will be good
#7
The LS7 kit is a cheap upgrade to the stock clutch however it's heavy.
Just a little personal experience -- I ended up going from an LS7 clutch to a McLeod RST dual friction mated with a lightweight flywheel. No issues with a stiff pedal or chatter and the shifts are quick and crisp. There was a very noticeable and positive difference in the way the car feels with the lightweight setup.
Only downside, is that it does provide a more narrow window for launching with a smooth engagement, however that's easily learned with a little practice.
Just a little personal experience -- I ended up going from an LS7 clutch to a McLeod RST dual friction mated with a lightweight flywheel. No issues with a stiff pedal or chatter and the shifts are quick and crisp. There was a very noticeable and positive difference in the way the car feels with the lightweight setup.
Only downside, is that it does provide a more narrow window for launching with a smooth engagement, however that's easily learned with a little practice.
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#8
The LS7 kit is a cheap upgrade to the stock clutch however it's heavy.
Just a little personal experience -- I ended up going from an LS7 clutch to a McLeod RST dual friction mated with a lightweight flywheel. No issues with a stiff pedal or chatter and the shifts are quick and crisp. There was a very noticeable and positive difference in the way the car feels with the lightweight setup.
Only downside, is that it does provide a more narrow window for launching with a smooth engagement, however that's easily learned with a little practice.
Just a little personal experience -- I ended up going from an LS7 clutch to a McLeod RST dual friction mated with a lightweight flywheel. No issues with a stiff pedal or chatter and the shifts are quick and crisp. There was a very noticeable and positive difference in the way the car feels with the lightweight setup.
Only downside, is that it does provide a more narrow window for launching with a smooth engagement, however that's easily learned with a little practice.