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WORKS CK3 Twin Plate Push Style Clutch
Testing for the WORKS CK3 Clutch is progressing flawlessly. Almost too good.
We carefully engineered each component along the way (throwout bearing, hydraulics, pressure plate, discs, flywheel) and test fit them with ultimate precision. We have a bunch of motors on engine stands and a specific bell housing with a gaping hole in it to take careful measurements as we R&Red the assembly four times before committing to installing the first complete kit into our Race Car. Pedal pressure is only about 10% stiffer than stock and the pedal throw is about 35% shorter. It feels like a clutch should. Especially if you are used to typical push style clutches. The take-up is a bit more aggressive (no springs in discs) but surprisingly very manageable with easy modulation. Most people won't even notice. The engine winds up much faster with the lighter assembly and when it hooks up, watch out! It doesn't let go. We are experimenting with different disc materials which will also dictate capacity so stay tuned. We should have kits in production by this summer and a few early kits for enthusiasts to test at a discount. Details for this will be in the WORKS Spring Newsletter.
Testing for the WORKS CK3 Clutch is progressing flawlessly. Almost too good.
We carefully engineered each component along the way (throwout bearing, hydraulics, pressure plate, discs, flywheel) and test fit them with ultimate precision. We have a bunch of motors on engine stands and a specific bell housing with a gaping hole in it to take careful measurements as we R&Red the assembly four times before committing to installing the first complete kit into our Race Car. Pedal pressure is only about 10% stiffer than stock and the pedal throw is about 35% shorter. It feels like a clutch should. Especially if you are used to typical push style clutches. The take-up is a bit more aggressive (no springs in discs) but surprisingly very manageable with easy modulation. Most people won't even notice. The engine winds up much faster with the lighter assembly and when it hooks up, watch out! It doesn't let go. We are experimenting with different disc materials which will also dictate capacity so stay tuned. We should have kits in production by this summer and a few early kits for enthusiasts to test at a discount. Details for this will be in the WORKS Spring Newsletter.
We're estimating the CK3 to come in around $2000. We've done check fitments off the car with the 6-speed and will be installing one on a running vehicle soon. At this point, everything appears fine.
Our webstore hasn't been updated accordingly, but that should be rectified soon. Stay tuned!
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Yes, it will fit the 6-speed transmissions. It's hard to compare the two as it is highly subjective. With the push-style setup of the CK3, the pedal becomes lighter and much easier to modulate. The holding capabilities of the twin discs have been more than sufficient for even the Time Attack EVO.
What did the price come in at jaime? What material are the discs? I cant see paying 2k for a clutch unless its twin carbon, could pick up the RPS for a little more and its rebuildable.
