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My Clutch is slipping and from the previous posts it sounds like there is no adjustment. So I guess I'm about to replace my clutch. a few posts here talk about an LS7 or a C6 clutch installed, My Transmission is a TEMEC T56, on a Crate LS2 w/ cam, headers and exhaust.. Would an LS7 clutch be a better choice for me? This engine is in an El Camino.
The LS7 will drive like stock. It is a relatively heavy combo. If the stock setup is what you prefer, that's fine and this is an affordable combo, or it used to be. And praise jebus, you've got an easy job swapping it in an El Camino vs us foolish C5 owners.
Depends on how your drive and what you like. Me? On any Corvette? I subjectively prefer the Fidanza lightweight rebuildable flywheels and I have experience with the McLeod RST which feels lighter than stock on the pedal, as well as their RXT which is ballpark factory pedal weight. Any main brand twin disc tends to carry a good rep such as Monster or Mantic though. Going lightweight means quick slip at lights which you adapt to in a day. Some folks argue against this but I have learned that none of them have ever driven such a combo. For a cammed engine what it gives you is really snappy rpm shifts. So if you enjoy rowing the gears out in the country then that's the combo. But if you cruise or drag race the added weight of the LS7 combo is totally fine.
The LS7 will drive like stock. It is a relatively heavy combo. If the stock setup is what you prefer, that's fine and this is an affordable combo, or it used to be. And praise jebus, you've got an easy job swapping it in an El Camino vs us foolish C5 owners.
Depends on how your drive and what you like. Me? On any Corvette? I subjectively prefer the Fidanza lightweight rebuildable flywheels and I have experience with the McLeod RST which feels lighter than stock on the pedal, as well as their RXT which is ballpark factory pedal weight. Any main brand twin disc tends to carry a good rep such as Monster or Mantic though. Going lightweight means quick slip at lights which you adapt to in a day. Some folks argue against this but I have learned that none of them have ever driven such a combo. For a cammed engine what it gives you is really snappy rpm shifts. So if you enjoy rowing the gears out in the country then that's the combo. But if you cruise or drag race the added weight of the LS7 combo is totally fine.
Thanks for your reply, I did see the horrible extent of replacing the clutch in a C5. Looks pretty simple in the Elco. I'll check out the clutches you mentioned, price is going to be the main concern. I love to drive---Period !!! Even at my young age of 85 !!!
The LS2 / LS3 / LS7 C6 factory flywheel design has the raised pads along the parameter where the pressure plate is bolted down, that are easy to spot. The LS1 / LS6 C5 factory design flywheel does not have those elevated mounting pads. That will at least tell you what design you have to start with. As far as the pressure plate or disc not sure what can be seen via the inspection plate removal.
At 85, I'd offer the best of all worlds for ease is regular weight flywheel with a twin disc. Easy pedal, East weight, grabs a ton of power. But the LS7 combo is great to at least 600rw.
At 85, I'd offer the best of all worlds for ease is regular weight flywheel with a twin disc. Easy pedal, East weight, grabs a ton of power. But the LS7 combo is great to at least 600rw.
Sounds like the regular weight flywheel will be my choice. I think the hp is only around 420 at crank.
Thanks much for your help, I'll start shopping now. I'll let you know how I'm doing.
Last edited by Vette 460; May 5, 2026 at 06:54 PM.
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C5 Clutch LS7 vs Stock
