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Mar 19, 2018 | 05:33 PM

twinpack

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Clutch Choice

I'm at the point in my drivetrain rebuild where I need to buy my clutch. I rebuilt the L79 (327/350HP). I am expecting 350-375 HP. What brand clutch is everyone using? I would to budget $300.00 or less. I think something that can handle 400 HP is fine.

Mar 19, 2018 | 06:46 PM

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Spec Clutches....made in USA. Very nice.

Mar 19, 2018 | 06:49 PM

sullyman56

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McCleod super street pro. I believe mine was right around $300 plus shipping.

Mar 19, 2018 | 06:55 PM

Jebbysan

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Originally Posted by sullyman56

McCleod super street pro. I believe mine was right around $300 plus shipping.

I have the same.....dual friction....grabs like crazy but no chatter.....clutch pedal is not too firm.....super high quality unit.

Jebby

Mar 19, 2018 | 06:55 PM

jb78L-82

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RAM HDX which replaced the stock GM clutch during my rebuild of the L-82. 450+ Gross HP now and the RAM HDX feels exactly like the stock clutch with OEM HP.

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/r...model/corvette

$289 from Summit

Going into my 5th driving season

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Mar 19, 2018 | 08:07 PM

drwet

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I have had excellent luck with Centerforce clutches over the years although I know a lot of guys on this Forum don't like them. A Centerforce I is probably adequate for your build. Centerforce II if want to be extra sure. The Centerforce II has a little heavier pedal feel, but I don't find it objectionable. Won't quite come in under your $300 budget though.

Mar 19, 2018 | 08:10 PM

Jebbysan

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FYI....I believe Lars did an article on proper clutch disengagement and used a ram with a dial gauge to measure a few popular clutches....the McLeod was the only one that was correct.
Lars....correct me if it was not you.

Jebby

Mar 19, 2018 | 08:21 PM

Rodnok1

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I switched to centerforce many years ago, not as heavy a pedal and held up to 500hp and I sure wasn't nice to it at all.
I wouldn't use another brand. now.

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Mar 19, 2018 | 09:29 PM

JoeMinnesota

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McLeod Super Street Pro on mine. 355ci and 392hp at the crank. Nice pedal feel, holds well.

Mar 19, 2018 | 09:33 PM

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ddawson

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McLeod Super Street Pro on mine. 355ci and 392hp at the crank. Nice pedal feel, holds well.

Same on mine, 509 RWTQ on street tires are fine.

Mar 19, 2018 | 11:29 PM

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Ryan Menzies

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Same on mine, 509 RWTQ on street tires are fine.

Same clutch as above...496 cu in.

Mar 20, 2018 | 12:19 AM

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theandies

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Originally Posted by iwasmenowhesgone

Spec Clutches....made in USA. Very nice.

Mar 20, 2018 | 05:50 AM

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lars

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Originally Posted by Jebbysan

Yes, that was me. I did a write-up over on the C1/C2 Forum here:

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...vel-range.html

Lars

Mar 20, 2018 | 08:08 AM

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69ttop502

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Yes, that was me. I did a write-up over on the C1/C2 Forum here:

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...vel-range.html

Lars

That was a great thread Lars. Made me realize why I couldn’t get my twin disc clutch to release after I had it rebuilt with discs with marcel. Wouldn’t release until well over .600 inches of travel. Drove me nuts! Definitely something to consider when replacing a clutch in these Corvettes.

Bill

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Mar 20, 2018 | 08:54 AM

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Jebbysan

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Quote:

Originally Posted by lars

Yes, that was me. I did a write-up over on the C1/C2 Forum here:

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...vel-range.html

Lars

Thanks for the link again......I bought my McLeod based solely on this info and I must say that it has been a long time since I had a Vette that went right into reverse....amazing.

Jebby

Mar 20, 2018 | 12:42 PM

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stingraymaniac

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Quote:

Originally Posted by sullyman56

McCleod super street pro. I believe mine was right around $300 plus shipping.

I have the same one in mine, works fine but haven't driven so much yet
Really easy to drive though, no chatter and a easy pedal,

Mar 20, 2018 | 12:48 PM

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Big2Bird

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I have used Luk for stock cars, and Mc Leod for peppy cars. Centerforce is the only one I had to rip out. It made the whole car shake like an old Maytag washer.

Mar 20, 2018 | 01:24 PM

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drwet

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Quote:

Originally Posted by lars

Yes, that was me. I did a write-up over on the C1/C2 Forum here:

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...vel-range.html

Lars

Great writeup! I learned something today.

Mar 20, 2018 | 03:06 PM

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jim-81

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Another vote for McLeod although I have the Street Pro, (not the Super Street Pro)

Mar 20, 2018 | 05:09 PM

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twinpack

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OK, McLeod street pro it is.
Thank you all.

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