LS7 Clutch ?
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Drifting
Joined: Sep 2006
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From: Stillman Valley Illinois
LS7 Clutch ?
How much HP will the LS7 clutch hold? Mods are listed in sig below. I am planning on replacing the stock clutch when it fails and I am considering the LS7. TIA 
Instructor
Joined: Feb 2008
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From: Vancouver Wa
I just installed one in my 99 FRC about 200 miles ago. I was told that it will hold up to 500hp. Its doing a good job in my car... so far im pleased.
Former Vendor
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From: Jacksonville Florida
At the power levels the OP is pushing, IMO the LS7 will not hold up if you plan on running it with sticky tires at the track. One of our N/A
C5's making similiar power destroyed one on the 3rd pass it made.
C5's making similiar power destroyed one on the 3rd pass it made.
Burning Brakes
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From: Elmira new york
and yes the car rides smooth and def revs faster
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Drifting
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From: Stillman Valley Illinois
That's what I was afraid of
Any suggestions? I would like to maintain streetability as much as is possible.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Sleepy Hollow- NJ
Had one in my 428rwhp 408rwtq '99 coupe, and I HATED it! When pushing it hard passed 6k rpms, it would go soft and stick to the floor. The problem started when it had about 8k miles on it. Not worth the hassle or price of install.
You will also find many folks on the C6 forum that hate it for the same reasons.
Get a performance clutch.
You will also find many folks on the C6 forum that hate it for the same reasons.
Get a performance clutch.
