C5 Tech Corvette Tech/Performance: LS1 Corvette Technical Info, Internal Engine, External Engine, Tech Topics, Basic Tech, Maintenance, How to Remove & Replace
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Clutch expert needed...

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Jul 22, 2010 | 11:51 PM
  #1  
drunc_drac's Avatar
drunc_drac
Thread Starter
Heel & Toe
 
Joined: Jun 2010
Posts: 20
Likes: 0
Default Clutch expert needed...

I am having my tranny rebuilt next week. Sooo, I am looking at clutches. I have a '97 C5. Two options are the LuK Z06 ($489) vs. an LS7 Clutch for about $20 bucks more. Both are for sale through Eckler's. Any opinions about which to get? I don't do a LOT of racing, but I do enjoy ripping down the quarter mile at PIR once or twice a year. Thanks in advance, JC.
Reply
Old Jul 23, 2010 | 07:38 AM
  #2  
ipuig's Avatar
ipuig
Drifting
15 Year Member
All Eyes On Me
Top Answer: 1
 
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 1,722
Likes: 138
From: Florida
St. Jude Donor '09
Default

Originally Posted by drunc_drac
I am having my tranny rebuilt next week. Sooo, I am looking at clutches. I have a '97 C5. Two options are the LuK Z06 ($489) vs. an LS7 Clutch for about $20 bucks more. Both are for sale through Eckler's. Any opinions about which to get? I don't do a LOT of racing, but I do enjoy ripping down the quarter mile at PIR once or twice a year. Thanks in advance, JC.
Ecklers prices are high, the LS7 flywheel assembly is much heavier and could present some balancing issues (run a forum search). The LS6 clutch is fine for what you are using it for as long as you don't go crazy with high RPM launches while running slicks.
Reply
Old Jul 23, 2010 | 12:30 PM
  #3  
drunc_drac's Avatar
drunc_drac
Thread Starter
Heel & Toe
 
Joined: Jun 2010
Posts: 20
Likes: 0
Default

The prices are for the entire kit, including the fly wheel. Who might have that same package available for less?
Reply
Old Jul 23, 2010 | 04:31 PM
  #4  
Corvette Don's Avatar
Corvette Don
Le Mans Master
15 Year Member
Conversation Starter
All Eyes On Me
Photogenic
 
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 6,979
Likes: 31
From: Wichita KS
Default

No future mods = LS6 Clutch or LS7 if you plan on keeping it under ~425 RWHP
Reply
Old Jul 23, 2010 | 11:06 PM
  #5  
ipuig's Avatar
ipuig
Drifting
15 Year Member
All Eyes On Me
Top Answer: 1
 
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 1,722
Likes: 138
From: Florida
St. Jude Donor '09
Default

Originally Posted by drunc_drac
The prices are for the entire kit, including the fly wheel. Who might have that same package available for less?
Vendor was not a forum sponsor. Perform a google search on luk clutches, several distributors out there.
Reply

Get notified of new replies

To Clutch expert needed...





All times are GMT -4. The time now is 06:44 AM.

story-0
2027 Corvette vs The World: Every Model vs Closest Competitor

Slideshow: 2027 Corvette lineup vs the world.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-20 17:58:41


VIEW MORE
story-1
10 Most Common Corvette Problems of the Last 20 Years!

Slideshow: 10 major Corvette problems from the last 20 years.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-14 16:37:05


VIEW MORE
story-2
5 MOST and 5 LEAST Popular Corvette Model Years in History!

Slideshow: 5 most and least popular Corvette model years.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-08 13:25:01


VIEW MORE
story-3
2027 Corvette Buyer's Guide: Everything You Need to Know!

Slideshow: 2027 Corvette buyer's guide

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-17 16:41:08


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Things C8 Corvette Owners Hate (But Won't Tell You)

Slideshow: 10 things C8 Corvette owners hate, but won't tell you.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-01 18:36:07


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Best Corvettes Coming to Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach 2026!

Slideshow: Should you add one of these incredible Corvettes to your garage?

By Brett Foote | 2026-04-01 18:14:05


VIEW MORE
story-6
Every Corvette Grand Sport Explained! (C2, C4, C6, C7, & C8)

Slideshow: Every Corvette Grand Sport explained

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-26 07:13:44


VIEW MORE
story-7
Grand Sport & Grand Sport X Launch Alongside All-New 535hp LS6 V8!

Slideshow: Breaking down the 2027 Grand Sport, Grand Sport X, Stingray, and LS6 V8.

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-03-26 13:48:45


VIEW MORE
story-8
5 Reasons Bad Drivers Crash & 5 Ways to Avoid a Costly Mistake!

Slideshow: 5 reasons bad drivers crash sports cars & 5 ways to avoid a costly shame!

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-25 16:32:55


VIEW MORE
story-9
7 Bolt-On Upgrades From Extreme Online Store to Level Up Your C6 Corvette

Slideshow: Check out these easy-to-install upgrades from Extreme Online Store that reshape the look and feel of the C6 Corvette.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-03-23 17:00:27


VIEW MORE