Clutch recomendations?

[Tommy]

Madmonkey,
In the absence of more info from you, we can speculate a lot about WHY your clutch is slipping. I had chronic clutch problems until I finally replaced my POS HTOB with an external hydraulic actuator / fork unit. Along the way I mistakenly kept trying more aggressive clutch discs to solve the problem. I ended up with s SPEC Stage 3 carbon-graphite clutch disc. It has never slipped but works almost like an on-off switch. With many years of practice behind me, I can manage a smooth, chatter-free departure from most traffic lights. But i still get the occasional shudder. .... The moral of my story is that it would help us answer your question better if you knew and shared with us why your clutch is slipping.

[blykins]

Good point....could just be out of adjustment.

I've seen several instances though in the past where installers/customers have thought that the traditional King Cobra clutch kit will work in their 400-500-600 hp applications. An't gonna happen.

How much horsepower do you have Tommy? Many single disc apps out there that don't require the on/off switch clutch. I stuck a Spec clutch in a buddy's '03 Cobra once and I vowed to never use one ever again....LOL

[MadMonkey41]

Originally Posted by Tommy

Madmonkey,
In the absence of more info from you, we can speculate a lot about WHY your clutch is slipping. I had chronic clutch problems until I finally replaced my POS HTOB with an external hydraulic actuator / fork unit. Along the way I mistakenly kept trying more aggressive clutch discs to solve the problem. I ended up with s SPEC Stage 3 carbon-graphite clutch disc. It has never slipped but works almost like an on-off switch. With many years of practice behind me, I can manage a smooth, chatter-free departure from most traffic lights. But i still get the occasional shudder. .... The moral of my story is that it would help us answer your question better if you knew and shared with us why your clutch is slipping.

I'm no mechanic so bare with me. The vehicle shifts smoothly from gear to gear but once the clutch is engaged I can feel the loss of power. The RPMs jump if I moderately get on the throttle (like the clutch is slipping) but the vehicle doesn't accelerate. I can smell the clutch burning when this happens. I have only had the car about a month but only been able to drive it a handful of times.

I purchased it in San Francisco so when I test drove it I was barely even able to get out of 2nd gear. I figure I should have noticed this when I test drove it but O well. Hope this helps and thanks for your time.

[blykins]

Could still be a possibility of a bad adjustment. Do you know how to check or what to look for?

[RICK LAKE]

MadMonkey41 Can we get a first name?? Blykins sell both setups. Mcleod or Ram will work just fine. As long as you stay away from the 5,000 rpm hole shots a single disc will work. I do like the spring hub and not the solid disc for driving. It helps absorb the power shock to the trans and rearend if you get playfull. If abuse is alot, you want the clutch to be the part that breaks first and not a trans or rearend. Working on your driving skills also helps extend the life of any clutch. Rolling on and off the throttle. If you have a problem or need help will be in Navato on May 9 for a day. Have sick Uncle there. Coming to visit for a couple of days. One side note, make sure the bellhousing is centered on the block when you replace the clutch. need a dail indicator for this. Rick L.

[Tommy]

Blykins,
I never had my HP tested. I'd guess 400-425 at the wheels.

Madmonkey,
I used to fly for the Air Force, and after every flight I'd have to note any problems with the airplane. I was taught early on to not try and diagnose the problem, just describe the symptom and let the expert mechanics fix it. ... If you don't know enough about clutches to properly diagnose it (and there is no shame in that), either start down the long path of learning such things, or get someone who does know such things to diagnose it for you. Otherwise you'll have to keep throwing parts at it until it runs right, and that can get expensive. ... Good luck.

[blykins]

Next time to freshen the clutch up Tommy, try a RAM Powergrip. You get the clamping capability without the light switch operation and chatter.

[MadMonkey41]

Originally Posted by Tommy

Blykins,
I never had my HP tested. I'd guess 400-425 at the wheels.

Madmonkey,
I used to fly for the Air Force, and after every flight I'd have to note any problems with the airplane. I was taught early on to not try and diagnose the problem, just describe the symptom and let the expert mechanics fix it. ... If you don't know enough about clutches to properly diagnose it (and there is no shame in that), either start down the long path of learning such things, or get someone who does know such things to diagnose it for you. Otherwise you'll have to keep throwing parts at it until it runs right, and that can get expensive. ... Good luck.

I agree! I took it to the shop this morning

[MadMonkey41]

Originally Posted by RICK LAKE

MadMonkey41 Can we get a first name?? Blykins sell both setups. Mcleod or Ram will work just fine. As long as you stay away from the 5,000 rpm hole shots a single disc will work. I do like the spring hub and not the solid disc for driving. It helps absorb the power shock to the trans and rearend if you get playfull. If abuse is alot, you want the clutch to be the part that breaks first and not a trans or rearend. Working on your driving skills also helps extend the life of any clutch. Rolling on and off the throttle. If you have a problem or need help will be in Navato on May 9 for a day. Have sick Uncle there. Coming to visit for a couple of days. One side note, make sure the bellhousing is centered on the block when you replace the clutch. need a dail indicator for this. Rick L.

Rick,
My name is John. Thanks for the info. I figured I wasn't going to fix this on my own and took it down to the shop. Ill update my problems when I find out! Thanks for everyone's help. If the clutch is bad I think I'm goin with the RAM.