85 Clutch Replacement

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Dec 19, 2005 | 11:41 AM

85RIT

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From: Gap PA

85 Clutch Replacement

So upon taking the transmission out of the '85 4+3, it is observed that the clutch was on its way out too. I have only put 8k on the car since I've owned it, so it might have been beat up before I got it.

I'm wondering what kind of clutches you guys and gals are putting in the early C4's? I'm looking for something better than stock but not something for racing. I don't plan on autocrossing or anything like that, its just my summertime cruiser.

Thanks!

Dec 19, 2005 | 11:49 AM

theseal

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I am looking into this also; I am hoping McCleods dual street package is available with an alumninum flywheel, I have an email to them about it.

It appears that most people are extremely happy with this setup.

Jan 2, 2006 | 10:05 PM

85RIT

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From: Gap PA

Anyone else have any suggestions?

Jan 2, 2006 | 10:21 PM

robs87vette

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From: Kempner Texas

Centerforce Gold is supposedly better than stock yet maintains stock pedal feel. That's what I used anyway. Am interested to see the responses also!

Jan 2, 2006 | 10:28 PM

Steve85

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Maybe a Centerforce I, looks like they claim a 30% increase. Hopefully the link will work. Not the best chart but I think the numbers you are looking for are:

Pressure plate=CF361911
Disc =384208

Centerforce for 85 Corvette

Jan 8, 2006 | 02:11 PM

85RIT

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From: Gap PA

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Originally Posted by RainDelay

I have heard some bad things about Centerforce. Nothing specific, but just people not happy with them. From what I have researched, they seem to be for more of a drag strip/racing application.

Does anyone have any experience with the stock replacements out of Ecklers or Mid America? I believe they are $250 and are slightly better then stock?

Jan 8, 2006 | 05:02 PM

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From: San Diego , CA Double Yellow DirtBags 1985..Z51..6-speed

Get a stock luk clutch from autozone. $190 and comes with a lifetime warranty.

I drag raced on mine a bunch (stock motor) and never had any probems with clutch slippage.

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