Performance clutch

1. elmartha Infrequent Poster Joined: Apr 2011 Horncastle, Lincoln Posts: 171 Mk2 Vts mk1 front end Mk1 Mitsubishi GTO TT

   #1 19th September 2012, 18:56

   My clutch is about due for replacement, i was thinking of going for a performance clutch, but which one would be the best one to put on my vts?
2. user_10418 Saxperience Addict Joined: Jun 2006 Wirral Posts: 13584 Wickerd red VTS MK2, Two tone VTS MK2,vvc Metro..

   #2 19th September 2012, 18:59

   Im using AP sports clutch on me mk2 vts....
3. devilsadvocate Saxperience Post Whore Joined: Dec 2006 Maidstone Posts: 8210 Golf TDI

   #3 19th September 2012, 19:09

   Unless you are putting more power through it or are planning to in future then whats the point in getting a performance one?
   
   I would just get a valeo one.

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4. Cam Saxperience Post Whore Joined: Nov 2010 Kent Posts: 8439 Gen 7 Celica 190.

   #4 19th September 2012, 19:12

   Quote:

   Originally Posted by devilsadvocate Unless you are putting more power through it or are planning to in future then whats the point in getting a performance one? I would just get a valeo one.

   As said Valeo will be fine and good for 180bhp from what i have read in the past.
5. user_39461 Super Moderator Joined: Nov 2009 Cambridge(ish), UK. Posts: 10581 BMW 5x M50d.

   #5 19th September 2012, 20:57

   If you're planning to add mods, there's no reason not to have a clutch upgrade now, if you must. But like posted above, the standard clutch is good for around 160-180bhp, or 180ft/lb whichever comes first...
   
   If you want to upgrade, stick with a organic clutch plate, don't bother with a 4 or 6 paddle, and obviously keep the standard pressed cover.
   
   Whatever you decide, avoid the general SHIT that is on ebay promising 500lb/ft or some tosh. Buy from a reputable supplier - for example:
   
   http://www.gmcmotorsport.co.uk/clutc.../prod_206.html
   
   Big difference in price from standard though.
   
   You do NOT need (or want) a paddle clutch unless running silly power.
6. Jdvtr1 Infrequent Poster Joined: Jun 2006 London United Kingdom (England) Posts: 106

   #6 19th September 2012, 22:35

   I agree, unless your planning on running big power a standered clutch will be fine, if you really feel the need to upgrade I'd recommend a Helix sporting clutch (this is not a paddle type) slightly stiffer than standered but not by much.
7. elmartha Infrequent Poster Joined: Apr 2011 Horncastle, Lincoln Posts: 171 Mk2 Vts mk1 front end Mk1 Mitsubishi GTO TT

   #7 20th September 2012, 08:28

   Thanks guys! I shall look into it
8. axsaxoman Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Jan 2003 Scotland Posts: 3380

   #8 20th September 2012, 08:53

   std car =std clutch
   if you are going to a REAL 170 bhp + then std clutch will not last long --use helix uprated organic kit above 180 N/a / boosted -use paddle plate sprung centre and different cover (pressure plate materiasl is different)
   clutch life is as much dependant on driver as the bhp level
9. burgin2011 Frequent Poster Joined: Sep 2011 alfreton Posts: 533 saxoo vtr mk1, 104bhp

   #9 20th September 2012, 14:06

   Dont buy a clutch of ebay they sell performance ones for 170 with a make you have never heard of and a coat of nail varnish to just make them look good