C6 Clutch Slave?
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The C6 clutches and clutch hydraulics are no better than those found on C5s. I say that based on my experiences racing two C5Z and one C6Z.
The fluid capacity of the clutch hydraulics in the C6 has been reduced and the fluid requires more maintenance, not less.
Keeping the clutch fluid clean is the best measure an owner can take to ensure normal pedal operation. I'd also include using a fast clutch release rather than one characterized by big intentional slip.
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The fluid capacity of the clutch hydraulics in the C6 has been reduced and the fluid requires more maintenance, not less.
Keeping the clutch fluid clean is the best measure an owner can take to ensure normal pedal operation. I'd also include using a fast clutch release rather than one characterized by big intentional slip.
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The C6 clutches and clutch hydraulics are no better than those found on C5s. I say that based on my experiences racing two C5Z and one C6Z.
The fluid capacity of the clutch hydraulics in the C6 has been reduced and the fluid requires more maintenance, not less.
Keeping the clutch fluid clean is the best measure an owner can take to ensure normal pedal operation. I'd also include using a fast clutch release rather than one characterized by big intentional slip.
Ranger
The fluid capacity of the clutch hydraulics in the C6 has been reduced and the fluid requires more maintenance, not less.
Keeping the clutch fluid clean is the best measure an owner can take to ensure normal pedal operation. I'd also include using a fast clutch release rather than one characterized by big intentional slip.
Ranger
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^^^ Don't know the answer to that from personal experience. What I do know is, properly maintained, the LS1 and LS6 clutches are robust. The LS2/6 clutches are finicky and more prone to pedal issue. I don't call that an improvement.
For any C5 with less than 400 rwhp, I advise going to the LS6 clutch, the most reliable clutch I've had. And I'd advise staying with the LS6 clutch hydraulics.
Ranger
For any C5 with less than 400 rwhp, I advise going to the LS6 clutch, the most reliable clutch I've had. And I'd advise staying with the LS6 clutch hydraulics.
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It bolts right in. It works perfectly. The line is larger and flows more fluid. Considering Ranger only deals with the master cylinder, his posts are only opinion on this matter, unfortunately. I have SEEN both, HELD both, DRIVEN with both.
I have also had the LS6 clutch and now a Centerforce Dual Friction. The CF is immeasurably better. Of all the clutches Ranger has used, the LS6 has been the best. If he had used the CF his opinion would be different.
Bottom line, if you want a better clutch than the stock one on ANY Corvette, I recommend a Centerforce Dual Friction based on my experience with LS1, LS6, and various aftermarket clutches.
If you want a slave cylinder that works well and offers a couple "upgrades" for the same price as the C5Z one, I recommend a C6Z slave.
ANY clutch system that is properly maintained will work perfectly for the power limit for which it is rated. Same goes for any other system in the world whether automotive or not. I agree with Ranger that you should change your clutch fluid. I do not agree that stock parts are the cat's meow.
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Yes, the bearing is larger. The benefit is that there is more surface area contacting the pressure plate to release the clutch. This helps with a more reliable and smoother disengagement of the clutch.
It bolts right in. It works perfectly. The line is larger and flows more fluid. Considering Ranger only deals with the master cylinder, his posts are only opinion on this matter, unfortunately. I have SEEN both, HELD both, DRIVEN with both.
I have also had the LS6 clutch and now a Centerforce Dual Friction. The CF is immeasurably better. Of all the clutches Ranger has used, the LS6 has been the best. If he had used the CF his opinion would be different.
Bottom line, if you want a better clutch than the stock one on ANY Corvette, I recommend a Centerforce Dual Friction based on my experience with LS1, LS6, and various aftermarket clutches.
If you want a slave cylinder that works well and offers a couple "upgrades" for the same price as the C5Z one, I recommend a C6Z slave.
ANY clutch system that is properly maintained will work perfectly for the power limit for which it is rated. Same goes for any other system in the world whether automotive or not. I agree with Ranger that you should change your clutch fluid. I do not agree that stock parts are the cat's meow.
It bolts right in. It works perfectly. The line is larger and flows more fluid. Considering Ranger only deals with the master cylinder, his posts are only opinion on this matter, unfortunately. I have SEEN both, HELD both, DRIVEN with both.
I have also had the LS6 clutch and now a Centerforce Dual Friction. The CF is immeasurably better. Of all the clutches Ranger has used, the LS6 has been the best. If he had used the CF his opinion would be different.
Bottom line, if you want a better clutch than the stock one on ANY Corvette, I recommend a Centerforce Dual Friction based on my experience with LS1, LS6, and various aftermarket clutches.
If you want a slave cylinder that works well and offers a couple "upgrades" for the same price as the C5Z one, I recommend a C6Z slave.
ANY clutch system that is properly maintained will work perfectly for the power limit for which it is rated. Same goes for any other system in the world whether automotive or not. I agree with Ranger that you should change your clutch fluid. I do not agree that stock parts are the cat's meow.
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