How long would the stock clutch be expected to last if......
05-31-2003, 09:45 AM
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How long would the stock clutch be expected to last if......
I were to upgrade to a Stage 3 or T-28? At present I never really launch (max 2K-2,500 while easing out the clutch). However, I do push it through the gears pretty aggressively at times once I'm going.
05-31-2003, 10:35 AM
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I think if he didn't launch it could last much longer, a stage3 doesn't really build boost in low
rpm's so it would tear it up if he didnt launch. However I don't know if a clutch suffers abuse from too much power even when fully engaged, b/c if it does then you are probly right.
05-31-2003, 10:58 AM
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Re: I think if he didn't launch
That really gets to the crux of my question. It's clear to me that I would slip the clutch instantly by launching. However, will it also glaze when full boost arrives while driving?
05-31-2003, 11:18 AM
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Lots of people have run stg3/t28 without replacing the clutch
It will certainly shorten the life, but it's probably not something you need to worry about immediately; when it goes, upgrade it.
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05-31-2003, 03:36 PM
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Pretty much :)
No hard launches and no 'speed shifting' but agressive gear changes up and down.
I only upgraded because Iwanted to be able to do a few q launches ... novelty wore off quickly
I only upgraded because Iwanted to be able to do a few q launches ... novelty wore off quickly