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Old Sep 9, 2024 | 03:44 PM
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Looking for a new clutch assembly. Don't need top of the line exotic, just run of the mill clutch that will handle 600HP.

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Old Sep 9, 2024 | 04:34 PM
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I use a ACT 11 inch 26 spline rated at 800 foot pounds. It's very easy on the left leg effort even with out H assisted
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Old Sep 9, 2024 | 04:50 PM
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I'm very easy on clutches and very little slipping to take off. But I have had it behind 5 different motors in my vette and it still looks brand new. You can still see white printing on the face
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Old Sep 9, 2024 | 05:11 PM
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Please read before buying: Some Facts and Numbers on Inadequate Clutch Pedal Travel Range
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Old Sep 10, 2024 | 06:46 AM
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600 HP is not run of the mill.
perhaps looking at what racers, (above) run is a good idea.
Run of the mill is 300-350 HP . Well, in my humble opinion.
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Old Sep 10, 2024 | 07:40 AM
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As 4 Vette's said 600 HP ain't run of the mill. You're going to need to research this a bit because I'm not sure if I'm correct but I believe all of McLeod pressure plates are the same no matter the horsepower level you choose. It's only the clutch disc that's different. My McLeod clutch (street pro level) is easy to depressed. They have a Street Extreme level thats rated at to 700HP
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You need to call these people. I have what looks like a normal patterned disc not some multi puck racing idea. People with 1000 hp turbo systems use what I have.

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Old Sep 10, 2024 | 11:25 AM
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It was probably like this only 805 foot pounds rated. For tko 600 26 spline though

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I'm running this one behind my 502 BBC. It seems to holding fine and pedal effort feels the same as the Hays clutch.

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If you're into aggressive street driving and occasional track driving, McLeod Street Extreme clutch kits hold up to 700 lbs.-ft. of torque with street tires and moderate engine mods. These SFI-approved packages are the perfect upgrade for high-horsepower Mustangs (and other cars) that need reliable shifting on the street and the track. They feature a dual-faced ceramic friction disc, high clamp load pressure plate, pilot tool, throwout bearing, and pressure plate bolts (where applicable). You can run your pony with complete peace of mind. Street-friendly and track-proven, a McLeod Street Extreme clutch kit is your best decision. Order the model recommended for your application.

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+Thanks for the tips guys. I'll have to do my homework but still would like to hear what product the 600 plus HP members are running,. No more trips to the deagstrip, so just street driving.
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