Exedy Stage 2 Single Vs. ACT 6 Puck Sprung
Exedy Stage 2 Single Vs. ACT 6 Puck Sprung
I'm in the market for a new clutch and at this moment I can not afford Exedy Twin.
I've heard that the ACT 6 puck, holds just as much power as twin discs but for half the price. But then ppl tell me they lock out etc...... How bad are the lock outs? My stock clutch sometimes locks me out from 1st to 2nd while spirited driving. But then there are the ppl who run the ACT clutches and don't experience lock outs.
Almost every tuner in my area recommends the Exedy stage 2 single. Will this clutch last long? I'm not going to lie I will be launching my car and I want a clutch that can hold up. I'm not going to be launching all the time only at the drag strip and sometimes on the street.
Also theres a local shop who said they can use my stock clutch kit but use a upgraded ACT 6 puck disc. What do you guys say to that? BTW this is the cheapest solution.
What clutch kit do u guys recommend to someone in my situation?
I've heard that the ACT 6 puck, holds just as much power as twin discs but for half the price. But then ppl tell me they lock out etc...... How bad are the lock outs? My stock clutch sometimes locks me out from 1st to 2nd while spirited driving. But then there are the ppl who run the ACT clutches and don't experience lock outs.
Almost every tuner in my area recommends the Exedy stage 2 single. Will this clutch last long? I'm not going to lie I will be launching my car and I want a clutch that can hold up. I'm not going to be launching all the time only at the drag strip and sometimes on the street.
Also theres a local shop who said they can use my stock clutch kit but use a upgraded ACT 6 puck disc. What do you guys say to that? BTW this is the cheapest solution.
What clutch kit do u guys recommend to someone in my situation?
I want a clutch that is strong and wont go out after just a few launches. Plus I will be upgrading turbo later and I don't want to buy another clutch when I reach more power. Thats why I'm thinking about the ACT.
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swapping in a 6 puck disk in the stock clutch isnt going to make it "strong". the clutch plate will be weak. so you might still have the stock pedal feel, but you are gonna have sh1tty engagement.
Ive never had a problem with ACT and continue to use one to this day and I beat the crap out of my car.
Ive never had a problem with ACT and continue to use one to this day and I beat the crap out of my car.
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You'll have to keep in mind that the ACT 6 puck is going to be very grabby and pretty uncomfortable on the street. Another thing to consider about that is that babying this type of clutch in an effort to be as smooth as possible on the street is actually bad for it. It likes to grab the gear in an aggressive manner. So...if longevity is what you are seeking on your daily driver (I'm assuming it is your daily driver since you haven't stated otherwise) then keep in mind that the clutch likes to be driven aggressively in order for it to last. That's going to get really annoying on the street.
You have to realistically assess what your goals for the car are going to be. Your car with the mods in your sig will put down about 330ish whp. If you do plan on going to a larger turbo, you may just want to consider the Exedy Twin HD. I'm aware the price difference is substantial, but the single disc won't hold up with the power you have now and the power you are seeking down the road. Also, the Exedy Twin is a rebuildable clutch. So if for whatever reason you do end up burning out the clutch, you can have it rebuilt for about $500 or so. I've met a lot of guys in your position and they usually ditch the 6 puck and then upgrade to the twin disc. So they end up paying for two clutches and two clutch installations...which aren't cheap at all.
I have the Exedy Twin HD along with the mods in my sig and I absolutely love it. The cost may hurt your wallet in the beginning, but you'll be glad you did it right the first time.
You have to realistically assess what your goals for the car are going to be. Your car with the mods in your sig will put down about 330ish whp. If you do plan on going to a larger turbo, you may just want to consider the Exedy Twin HD. I'm aware the price difference is substantial, but the single disc won't hold up with the power you have now and the power you are seeking down the road. Also, the Exedy Twin is a rebuildable clutch. So if for whatever reason you do end up burning out the clutch, you can have it rebuilt for about $500 or so. I've met a lot of guys in your position and they usually ditch the 6 puck and then upgrade to the twin disc. So they end up paying for two clutches and two clutch installations...which aren't cheap at all.
I have the Exedy Twin HD along with the mods in my sig and I absolutely love it. The cost may hurt your wallet in the beginning, but you'll be glad you did it right the first time.
Last edited by Xx Danny xX; Aug 18, 2007 at 09:37 AM.
swapping in a 6 puck disk in the stock clutch isnt going to make it "strong". the clutch plate will be weak. so you might still have the stock pedal feel, but you are gonna have sh1tty engagement.
Ive never had a problem with ACT and continue to use one to this day and I beat the crap out of my car.
Ive never had a problem with ACT and continue to use one to this day and I beat the crap out of my car.
I've heard ppl have been having trouble with the ACT clutches on there Evo's. But theres also the ppl that have no problems with this clutch.
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I personally have the ACT 6puck HD (2800lb clamp force) and its great. My tuner didn't believe it was a puck style disc when he drove my car. For being a puck disc it is still slipable so it doesn't make daily driving a complete nightmare. I think the lockouts people were getting were with the organic style disc; I haven't had any shifting issues so far, the clutch shifts just fine in the high RPMs.
On the other hand, I haven't herd any negative reviews from the Exedy stage 2 so i'm sure that's also a nice clutch to have. Good luck on your decision!
On the other hand, I haven't herd any negative reviews from the Exedy stage 2 so i'm sure that's also a nice clutch to have. Good luck on your decision!
You'll have to keep in mind that the ACT 6 puck is going to be very grabby and pretty uncomfortable on the street. Another thing to consider about that babying this type of clutch in an effort to be as smooth as possible on the street is actually bad for it. It likes to grab the gear in an aggressive manner. So...if longevity is what you are seeking on your daily driver (I'm assuming it is since you haven't stated otherwise) then keep in mind that the clutch likes to be driven aggressively in order for it to last. That's going to get really annoying on the street.
You have to realistically assess what your goals for the car are going to be. Your car with the mods in your sig will put down about 330ish whp. If you do plan on going to a larger turbo, you may just want to consider the Exedy Twin HD. I'm aware the price difference is substantial, but the single disc won't hold up with the power you have now and the power you are seeking down the road. Also, the Exedy Twin is a rebuildable clutch. So if for whatever reason you do end up burning out the clutch, you can have it rebuilt for about $500 or so. I've met a lot of guys in your position and they usually ditch the 6 puck and then upgrade to the twin disc. So they end up paying for two clutches and two clutch installations...which aren't cheap at all.
I have the Exedy Twin HD along with the mods in my sig and I absolutely love it. The cost may hurt your wallet in the beginning, but you'll be glad you did it right the first time.
You have to realistically assess what your goals for the car are going to be. Your car with the mods in your sig will put down about 330ish whp. If you do plan on going to a larger turbo, you may just want to consider the Exedy Twin HD. I'm aware the price difference is substantial, but the single disc won't hold up with the power you have now and the power you are seeking down the road. Also, the Exedy Twin is a rebuildable clutch. So if for whatever reason you do end up burning out the clutch, you can have it rebuilt for about $500 or so. I've met a lot of guys in your position and they usually ditch the 6 puck and then upgrade to the twin disc. So they end up paying for two clutches and two clutch installations...which aren't cheap at all.
I have the Exedy Twin HD along with the mods in my sig and I absolutely love it. The cost may hurt your wallet in the beginning, but you'll be glad you did it right the first time.
Side note ppl are telling me that the unsprung is a bad DD but the sprung is fine for the streets.
I personally have the ACT 6puck HD (2800lb clamp force) and its great. My tuner didn't believe it was a puck style disc when he drove my car. For being a puck disc it is still slipable so it doesn't make daily driving a complete nightmare. I think the lockouts people were getting were with the organic style disc; I haven't had any shifting issues so far, the clutch shifts just fine in the high RPMs.
On the other hand, I haven't herd any negative reviews from the Exedy stage 2 so i'm sure that's also a nice clutch to have. Good luck on your decision!
On the other hand, I haven't herd any negative reviews from the Exedy stage 2 so i'm sure that's also a nice clutch to have. Good luck on your decision!
BTW how many miles/launches have u put on your ACT clutch.
My clutch is still fairly new I would say I have about 1500 miles on it and about 7-8 launches; that's from when i went to the track about two weeks ago. Like I said earlier, i haven't had any problems with the clutch, it shifts smooth, it's not bad at all to drive (you'll have to get use to it at first), and i don't have any types of noises like when i decelerate or when i go into reverse.
Mine is sprung, Highly recommend it. Also if you get the ACT 6puck get the HD version since it stays under the 3000lb clamp force.
My clutch is still fairly new I would say I have about 1500 miles on it and about 7-8 launches; that's from when i went to the track about two weeks ago. Like I said earlier, i haven't had any problems with the clutch, it shifts smooth, it's not bad at all to drive (you'll have to get use to it at first), and i don't have any types of noises like when i decelerate or when i go into reverse.
My clutch is still fairly new I would say I have about 1500 miles on it and about 7-8 launches; that's from when i went to the track about two weeks ago. Like I said earlier, i haven't had any problems with the clutch, it shifts smooth, it's not bad at all to drive (you'll have to get use to it at first), and i don't have any types of noises like when i decelerate or when i go into reverse.