Clutch recommendation
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Mar 2000
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From: NJ
Clutch recommendation
Hi guys,
I need some recommendations on where I can get a quality clutch kit for my '70 L46
My transmission is the Muncy M21.
Never done this before and I want to make sure I don't get a crap clutch kit. Thanks.
I need some recommendations on where I can get a quality clutch kit for my '70 L46
My transmission is the Muncy M21.
Never done this before and I want to make sure I don't get a crap clutch kit. Thanks.
Tech Contributor
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From: At my Bar drinking and wrenching in Lafayette Colorado
Check out this link to a post I did a while ago. Due to PhotoBucket's new policies, they have stolen my photos and won't allow me to copy them back to myself, but the article text shoud give you some good info:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...vel-range.html
Lars
Does anyone know how you can copy the stolen and locked PhotoBucket photos and save your own photos back to yourself..? I'd like to slap those guys.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...vel-range.html
Lars
Does anyone know how you can copy the stolen and locked PhotoBucket photos and save your own photos back to yourself..? I'd like to slap those guys.
Thread Starter
Melting Slicks
Joined: Mar 2000
Posts: 2,801
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From: NJ
Check out this link to a post I did a while ago. Due to PhotoBucket's new policies, they have stolen my photos and won't allow me to copy them back to myself, but the article text shoud give you some good info:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...vel-range.html
Lars
Does anyone know how you can copy the stolen and locked PhotoBucket photos and save your own photos back to yourself..? I'd like to slap those guys.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...vel-range.html
Lars
Does anyone know how you can copy the stolen and locked PhotoBucket photos and save your own photos back to yourself..? I'd like to slap those guys.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 2,071
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From: S Nevada
I had good luck with the ram hdx. It was good to 450 hp, it wasnt a bear to push in, and held power with the old 383. I bought a new ram clutch that is more agressive as my new engine would exceed the limits of the hdx. You can spend more, but I liked the ram clutch. You can go crazy upgrading to a hydraulic throwout bearing, Dual disc etc.My late model Camaro has the good stuff, but I think its unnecessary with my Corvette. Maybe if I daily drove it in stop and go commuter traffic. But I dont.
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Safety Car
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 4,350
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From: los altos hills california
I've been using (and abusing) a Centerforce Light Metal Clutch for years.
I also had a bad experience with Centerforce's floating weight system but it may have partially been my fault. Other people have dissed that feature extensively.
Out of curiosity I looked up Danny Popp's car here
http://www.superchevy.com/features/1...ette-stingray/
It says in the text:
There's no slushbox here. Danny implements a '72 Hurst-controlled M21 four-gear (2.20:1 Low) via a Quarter Master 8.5-inch diameter dual-disc clutch and flywheel combo.
Another car worth looking at is RideTech's, somebody here may know, I couldn't find anything quickly. It is also worth knowing what clutches people hate so you can steer clear as in a couple of the previous posts.
I also had a bad experience with Centerforce's floating weight system but it may have partially been my fault. Other people have dissed that feature extensively.
Out of curiosity I looked up Danny Popp's car here
http://www.superchevy.com/features/1...ette-stingray/
It says in the text:
There's no slushbox here. Danny implements a '72 Hurst-controlled M21 four-gear (2.20:1 Low) via a Quarter Master 8.5-inch diameter dual-disc clutch and flywheel combo.
Another car worth looking at is RideTech's, somebody here may know, I couldn't find anything quickly. It is also worth knowing what clutches people hate so you can steer clear as in a couple of the previous posts.
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Team Owner
Joined: Jun 2001
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From: Virginia USA
Team Owner
Joined: Jun 2001
Posts: 23,367
Likes: 1,061
From: Virginia USA
Check out this link to a post I did a while ago. Due to PhotoBucket's new policies, they have stolen my photos and won't allow me to copy them back to myself, but the article text shoud give you some good info:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...vel-range.html
Lars
Does anyone know how you can copy the stolen and locked PhotoBucket photos and save your own photos back to yourself..? I'd like to slap those guys.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...vel-range.html
Lars
Does anyone know how you can copy the stolen and locked PhotoBucket photos and save your own photos back to yourself..? I'd like to slap those guys.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 7,445
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From: Tennessee/Rhode Island
I had good luck with the ram hdx. It was good to 450 hp, it wasnt a bear to push in, and held power with the old 383. I bought a new ram clutch that is more agressive as my new engine would exceed the limits of the hdx. You can spend more, but I liked the ram clutch. You can go crazy upgrading to a hydraulic throwout bearing, Dual disc etc.My late model Camaro has the good stuff, but I think its unnecessary with my Corvette. Maybe if I daily drove it in stop and go commuter traffic. But I dont.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 3,229
Likes: 656
From: Thunder Bay
I have used Centerforce I and Centerforce II clutches on a number of builds over the years and have always been very pleased with the results. Others on this site have reported problems with their products related to the centrifugal weight system, but I've had good luck.
Race Director
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From: Charlotte NC
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Pro
Joined: May 2016
Posts: 708
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From: Minnesota
X2 on McLeod Super Street Pro. I just put one in my 1970 L46 after a healthy rebuild, and the clutch is just through break-in with about 600 miles on it. It feels good, no chatter, not a super heavy pedal and holds adjustment well so far. I also replaced the original flywheel with a steel flywheel. Very happy with my setup.
