ive heard a few people have 5spd clutches fitted to there 6spd set up,

is there any reason for using the 5spd clutch over the 6spd

as im changing to a 6spd set up and am goin to order my clutch so was curious to find out if theres any beneift in using the 5spd clutch rather than the 6spd clutch

cheers tom

 

If you're changing to a 6 speed because you need a stronger box, fitting a 5 speed clutch is pointless.

The 6 speed clutch will take quite a bit more torque, and also comes with the anti judder disk.


Mark.

 

As the 6 speed version Exedy now has an anti-judder friction plate I would go with that. As above, will take more torque.

The only thing with 6 speeds is you are limited to certain flywheel weights if going aftermarket, but that said the OEM 6 speed is a lot lighter than the OEM 5 speed anyhow.

 

Thanks guys.for the info. My cars my daily driver and have no plans to increase the power above what i have the now 355bhp on my hawkeye wrx. So would.i be better just keeping the standard 6spd flywheel and.get it skimmed for the new clutch or would i be better just to get a new lightend flywheel.

I dont track the car but do like spirited drive.

What do u think would be best?

Cheers tom

 

If your going from a 5 to a 6 speed set up, then I suppose it's cheaper to not bother getting the 6 speed flywheel and clutch and stick with the existing 5 speed setup. Especially if you've already got an expensive, upgraded setup, before getting the 6 speed box.

 

Hi Tom,

It's all down to personal preference and budget. I love lightweight flywheels and the difference they make to the throttle response.

Give me a call whether you just want a clutch kit or for a package deal

 

ok bob can u pm me a price for the 6spd pink clutch (i believe is gd for upto 400bhp)

and a price for the clutch and flywheel pls

cheers tom

 

Tom,

I believe the Hawkeye WRX uses a "push" clutch, NOT a standard "pull" clutch, so you'll have to change a few other parts too, to convert to 6 speed/normal clutch.

Exedy do do a Pink box 5 speed "push" clutch, but you won't have much head room with 355bhp.

Mark.

 

hi mark

im getting everything from an 02 sti,

6spd starter motor
6spd gearbox
gear linkage
flywheel
cradle
rear diff
prop shaft,
gearknob
clutch slave cylinder.

is there anything else from the list that i may have missed or would need

cheers tom

 

Tom,

So long as you get the slave cylinder, and the 6 speed fork, it should be fine.

Once you get a price, call me to make sure it is the "UK's Best Price"


Mark.

 

Flipping the original question, is it possible to fit the stronger 6sp clutch kit (or at least the friction plate) to the 5sp box, then?

If so, then is the OEM 6sp clutch much stronger than the best aftermarket 5sp kits?

 

You can put the 6 speed into a 5 speed bell housing but will need to grind some of the reinforcing webs from the inside so it fits.

 

Cool.

Is the OEM 6sp clutch much stronger than, say, an aftermarket, aggressive 4-puck paddle clutch, when used in the 5sp box?

 

Sorry to jump in but is the 5 speed slave cylinder different to the 6 speed, am using my original 5 speed cylinder on a 6 speed box an feel the clutch could travel a wee bit move to work properly. is the different cylinder my prob