Clutch to handle 280ft/lb
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OK I think I might need a new clutch as it seems to be slipping in 3rd under WOT, if I fit a new flywheel (from Lateral Performance) I can use any clutch. So who is running 280ft/lb of torque and which clutch are you using. I could go for a Lateral Performance one, but would this be overkill since I don't push the car that hard, no standing starts and don't do any track days.
Oh and I want one that is easy in traffic, not a paddle one.
Your thoughts please.
DaveW.
Oh and I want one that is easy in traffic, not a paddle one.
Your thoughts please.
DaveW.
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i have used a blueprint one for a year now and it has been ok at 280ft/lbs and 306bhp
i have recently raised the power and torque considerably and its still holding out!
for how much longer i don't know
think the blueprint one is around £150 retail
i have recently raised the power and torque considerably and its still holding out!
for how much longer i don't know
think the blueprint one is around £150 retail
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Dave,
The std STi one should be fine for that sort of power, if you're not trying doing standing starts and full power gear changes then I wouldn't bother with an "uprated" clutch.
How many people have broken gearboxes soon after fitting uprated clutches?
Andrew...
The std STi one should be fine for that sort of power, if you're not trying doing standing starts and full power gear changes then I wouldn't bother with an "uprated" clutch.
How many people have broken gearboxes soon after fitting uprated clutches?
Andrew...
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Cheers guys,
When I had my MY99 the clutch lasted well over 40k so I'm not that hard on clutches. And I'm a bit reluctant to spend over £450 on a Lateral Performance one rated at over 400ft/lb for a car only running 280ft/lb. Especially since I've got no real plans to upgrade the power.
Anybody know where I can get an original STI clutch from at a reasonable cost?
DaveW
When I had my MY99 the clutch lasted well over 40k so I'm not that hard on clutches. And I'm a bit reluctant to spend over £450 on a Lateral Performance one rated at over 400ft/lb for a car only running 280ft/lb. Especially since I've got no real plans to upgrade the power.
Anybody know where I can get an original STI clutch from at a reasonable cost?
DaveW
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An original Subaru 99- centre plate is approx £80 from a main dealer and is identical (as far as I can tell) to an Sti item
I run with my original cover and this plate on 380lb-ft torque with no issues
I run with my original cover and this plate on 380lb-ft torque with no issues
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