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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 07:21 PM
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well its time for a new clutch (my spec 3 didnt last that long) and i am curious what kind of clutch would be best for me. Pretty stock 2002 z28 (lt ory cutout intake) . I want something that will LAST . I am not looking for the clutch to launch the **** out of my car, although i do street race. Any recomendations???

For the headers i am curious how i should go about uninstalling and installing the headers because the previous owner welded the stock y pipe to the pipe goin to the catback. I am just wondering how i am supposed to get that weld cut and then drive it home to install the new headers and ORY and then drive it back to get it welded again??
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 08:04 PM
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LS7 clutch all the way...
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 08:30 PM
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go with an ls7 clutch kit. should hold up to 450hp
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 08:32 PM
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I must second the LS7 clutch, just got one installed and feels great, drives great and holds the power. I'm making 355 rwhp with full bolt ons.
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 08:43 PM
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Just use a sawzall and cut right behind the weld and use a tiewrap to hold it up while you drive to get it welded back together.
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 08:54 PM
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well i looks like i need to find someone with a sawzall
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 08:54 PM
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I mean you could use a hacksaw but it would take ******* forever.
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 08:59 PM
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haha yea at least it will be free
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anyone have any shope recomendations to install the clutch in san antonio or houston
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 05:08 PM
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just an fyi for ya, when i put the headers on my formula it looked like the y pipe was welded to the I-pipe catback, but after sawzalling my was through it the y pipe just fell right out.. so yeah it might not be welded at all lol
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lol I wouldnt do it with a hack saw. It can kind of be a pain in the *** with a sawzall if its at a bad angle...

And I think 75% of everyone who doesnt drag race the **** out of their car has an LS7. Its a good clutch for anything from a bolt on, to a h/c/i car.
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