[Z06] Clutch recommendation?
Melting Slicks
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From: NSL UT
Not yet had some tuning problems hopefully this Friday
Melting Slicks
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From: Conejo Valley CA
On the research I've done, the LS7 is a bargain compared to other clutches I looked at.
Pro
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From: Milford DE
I would have to agree the LS7 clutch has been get so far I put it through some tough driving and its great. It is amazing the difference though in stiffness between my DD M6 Z28 and my Zo6 with the LS7 and B&M ripper shifter. The LS7 clutch will hold (from what im told) up to 500 wrhp but my friend has a 08Z with a ECS supercharger making 613/600 and its holding it fine
Pro
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From: Lancaster Ca. & Post whoring here.
I had the LS7 clutch on my 2000 Firebird with about 380rwp. Was very happy with it.
This time I would go with the LS7 clutch and a light weight flywheel.
If I decide to boost the car, I might go with the Katech LS9.
Considered a McCleod LST twin disc or ACT T1S-G01 twin disk but would NOT be tolerant of the drive-train and/or clutch noises.
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Pro
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From: Edwardsville IL
I replaced a stocker at approx 25K mileson a 06 LS2.... not bad but was adding some rwhp and I thought I felt some chatter at take off.
Installer has done hundreds of Vette clutches.
5,000 Miles Later and I can't wait to get this expensive stage one piece of crap out of my mix... My stocker LS2 Z51 put this thing to shame relative to smoothness and 'smell.'
I'm considering the LS7 package. WOULD LOVE to be persuaded I should mate the TR 56 to something else somewhat comparable and smooth. Car has less than 500 rwhp. Has MGW Shifter and Replaced Syn Fluid to assist the stock tranny..
I've heard some good info about the Mantic?????? Never ridden with one though..
Do normal folks and manufacturers (besides the brand I chose balance these components?) Do tell..... (Nice topic) I'd like to have my stuff replaced before long...
Installer has done hundreds of Vette clutches.
5,000 Miles Later and I can't wait to get this expensive stage one piece of crap out of my mix... My stocker LS2 Z51 put this thing to shame relative to smoothness and 'smell.'
I'm considering the LS7 package. WOULD LOVE to be persuaded I should mate the TR 56 to something else somewhat comparable and smooth. Car has less than 500 rwhp. Has MGW Shifter and Replaced Syn Fluid to assist the stock tranny..
I've heard some good info about the Mantic?????? Never ridden with one though..
Do normal folks and manufacturers (besides the brand I chose balance these components?) Do tell..... (Nice topic) I'd like to have my stuff replaced before long...
Last edited by gsx1300r; May 11, 2012 at 07:24 PM.
Racer
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From: Springfield VA
Had my stock LS6 clutch for a little over 70k. Replaced it with an LS7 clutch and a LWFW and I couldn't be happier.
... of course, I also had 3.90's installed at the same time, which is likely contributing to my enjoyment
... of course, I also had 3.90's installed at the same time, which is likely contributing to my enjoyment
Last edited by johnnytaboo; May 14, 2012 at 05:52 PM.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Erwin, NC
if you don't drive your car TOO hard all the time, the LS7 will be fine
Safety Car
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From: St. Louis Missouri
Whatever you do.. don't fall for the "flavor of the week". I've never even heard of Mantic... The GM LS7 clutch is tried and tested. It will hold 410 rwhp all day long and drive as close to stock as you can expect.
Pro
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From: Lancaster Ca. & Post whoring here.
So far this is the only one available for the C5 that I know of.
http://store.katechengines.com/c5-corvettez06-c72.aspx
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Pro
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From: Edwardsville IL
Thanks for all the recent feedback folks! I fell for the flavor of the week by supporting 'bla' from that manufacturer (really.....).... and salesperson echo.....
LS7 seems best bargain for me / my simple driving needs - but I remain concerned about balance and weight and intrigued by the Fidanza and a total balance. I don't want to afford a t56 upgrade this year...
LS7 seems best bargain for me / my simple driving needs - but I remain concerned about balance and weight and intrigued by the Fidanza and a total balance. I don't want to afford a t56 upgrade this year...
