c-lo Posted September 14, 2008 Share Posted September 14, 2008 98k on the original, so not surprised. just bad timing. No real performance mods on the car other than some suspension and short throw shifter; it's my daily driver, I don't want to "pay to play". my question is: should I replace with OEM flywheel, etc... or go performance? Any advantage in my situation to go performance? Again, most like won't do much more performance except maybe exhaust. the car is pretty fast for me as it is. especially on the back and open roads around my house;) 258k miles - Stock engine/minor suspension upgrades/original shocks/rear struts replaced at 222k/4 passenger side wheel bearings/3 clutches/1 radiator/3 turbos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LGT-NY Posted September 14, 2008 Share Posted September 14, 2008 ACT Stage 1 clutch and an 06 WRX flywheel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G.T.Subie Posted September 14, 2008 Share Posted September 14, 2008 ACT Stage 1 clutch and an 06 WRX flywheel. Is that what you have? Denial is your best friend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LGT-NY Posted September 14, 2008 Share Posted September 14, 2008 Not yet, my car only has 20K on it. But when my clutch goes, that's what I'll be getting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-lo Posted September 14, 2008 Author Share Posted September 14, 2008 can you tell me why? and who sells the ACT stage 1 clutch ACT Stage 1 clutch and an 06 WRX flywheel. 258k miles - Stock engine/minor suspension upgrades/original shocks/rear struts replaced at 222k/4 passenger side wheel bearings/3 clutches/1 radiator/3 turbos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G.T.Subie Posted September 14, 2008 Share Posted September 14, 2008 OH I wanted to know because I've heard they are noisy. Denial is your best friend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LGT-NY Posted September 14, 2008 Share Posted September 14, 2008 From what I hear, it's the best combo for lightly modded cars and will be much more durable than an OEM clutch. Plus the price is comparable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnAWD Posted September 14, 2008 Share Posted September 14, 2008 Personally I'd stick with an OEM setup. It's been good to you so far, and if you aren't planning on big power mods, it's going to treat you well. FWIW, I'm on the stock clutch and putting down 350 awhp and 350 ft/lbs with 47k miles on the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G.T.Subie Posted September 14, 2008 Share Posted September 14, 2008 I would alos say stick to OEM , if you read up on the ACt you will hear about the noise. Denial is your best friend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gianspi Posted September 14, 2008 Share Posted September 14, 2008 If you lasted 98,000 miles on oem, go for another. enough zip ties and duct tape will fix anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-lo Posted September 14, 2008 Author Share Posted September 14, 2008 yeah, I was thinking about staying OEM. above suggestions said an 08 wrx flywheel. would there be any advantage to that over OEM? By the way, this is going to really hurt the pocket book. it's gotta get towed tomorrow. sounds like the throw out bearing wants out bad. not going to risk it. and since I'm at 98k mind as well get the timing belt down too. ughhhh........think I"m going to throw up. 258k miles - Stock engine/minor suspension upgrades/original shocks/rear struts replaced at 222k/4 passenger side wheel bearings/3 clutches/1 radiator/3 turbos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-lo Posted September 14, 2008 Author Share Posted September 14, 2008 mine went fast. didn't even know it until it happened. expected some warning. think it was the "missed" shifts lately. more than usual. thought it was just me being stupid. had one into 5th today and that's all she wrote. started shuttering as I down shifted to stop and by the time i got home it was groaning. 258k miles - Stock engine/minor suspension upgrades/original shocks/rear struts replaced at 222k/4 passenger side wheel bearings/3 clutches/1 radiator/3 turbos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted September 14, 2008 Share Posted September 14, 2008 I would not recommend a OEM clutch to anybody. These things are weak at best. IMO get a Spec stage 1 of you want something close to stock. Here's one link or do a web search for Spec Clutch or check the sponsors on this forum. http://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=2243043 Here's a better link http://honda-tech.com/zerouser?cmd=viewprofile&id=2910 contact Danny. or here http://www.specclutch.com/ 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnAWD Posted September 14, 2008 Share Posted September 14, 2008 I would not recommend a OEM clutch to anybody. These things are weak at best. IMO get a Spec stage 1 of you want something close to stock. My car is making decent power on the OEM clutch and it's holding up fine. I don't launch, so that's removed from the equation. If the OP had an OEM clutch last 98k miles, replacing it with the OEM part isn't necessarily a bad thing to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rao Posted September 14, 2008 Share Posted September 14, 2008 If the OP had an OEM clutch last 98k miles, replacing it with the OEM part isn't necessarily a bad thing to do. That's crazy talk Rob IF YOU CARE ABOUT YOUR CAR YOU SHOULD NEVER DRIVE IT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-lo Posted September 15, 2008 Author Share Posted September 15, 2008 maybe I'm easy to please, but I've never had a complaint about the clutch. I don't launch either as can be seen by a clutch with 98k on it. I appreciate all the input. I have to decide what I'm going to put on it. also have to check with the mechanic I'm using. from what I'm told he typically doesn't do aftermarket stuff; but he is damn good. I'll talk to him tomorrow. My car is making decent power on the OEM clutch and it's holding up fine. I don't launch, so that's removed from the equation. If the OP had an OEM clutch last 98k miles, replacing it with the OEM part isn't necessarily a bad thing to do. 258k miles - Stock engine/minor suspension upgrades/original shocks/rear struts replaced at 222k/4 passenger side wheel bearings/3 clutches/1 radiator/3 turbos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-lo Posted September 15, 2008 Author Share Posted September 15, 2008 not a member over there. any other way of getting hold of him? I would not recommend a OEM clutch to anybody. These things are weak at best. IMO get a Spec stage 1 of you want something close to stock. Here's one link or do a web search for Spec Clutch or check the sponsors on this forum. http://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=2243043 Here's a better link http://honda-tech.com/zerouser?cmd=viewprofile&id=2910 contact Danny. or here http://www.specclutch.com/ 258k miles - Stock engine/minor suspension upgrades/original shocks/rear struts replaced at 222k/4 passenger side wheel bearings/3 clutches/1 radiator/3 turbos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 15, 2008 Share Posted September 15, 2008 I have brand new clutch/fly for sale... pmed you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-lo Posted September 15, 2008 Author Share Posted September 15, 2008 replied:) I have brand new clutch/fly for sale... pmed you. 258k miles - Stock engine/minor suspension upgrades/original shocks/rear struts replaced at 222k/4 passenger side wheel bearings/3 clutches/1 radiator/3 turbos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeFromPA Posted September 15, 2008 Share Posted September 15, 2008 98k on a stock clutch seems pretty good (curious: to be regularly rev-match your shifts, would you describe your overall shifting as smooth?). Just curious for others: Are the Stage 1 clutches THAT good compared to stock in pedal feel, longevity, etc. that they are worth the minor risk that comes with them? Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-lo Posted September 15, 2008 Author Share Posted September 15, 2008 yes, perhaps the other reason my clutch has lasted so long is the lack of stop and go traffic. I'm mostly 2 lane roads to work and RARELY sit in rush hour because of my work hours. 98k on a stock clutch seems pretty good (curious: to be regularly rev-match your shifts, would you describe your overall shifting as smooth?). Just curious for others: Are the Stage 1 clutches THAT good compared to stock in pedal feel, longevity, etc. that they are worth the minor risk that comes with them? Joe 258k miles - Stock engine/minor suspension upgrades/original shocks/rear struts replaced at 222k/4 passenger side wheel bearings/3 clutches/1 radiator/3 turbos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanE Posted September 15, 2008 Share Posted September 15, 2008 What about a stock '06+ WRX flywheel/clutch disk/pressure plate? I think the LGT and WRX clutch disks are the same, but no one has been able to confirm that. That is what I'm thinking of going to... -Ryan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 15, 2008 Share Posted September 15, 2008 98k miles - you are not alone. edmundu has nearly that with close to 400 whp on stock original clutch. These clutches are not as bad as people make them to be. TOB is potentially weak point though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-lo Posted September 15, 2008 Author Share Posted September 15, 2008 TOB?? should get a call by the end of the day. will let you know what I hear. if needed can you overnight that? 98k miles - you are not alone. edmundu has nearly that with close to 400 whp on stock original clutch. These clutches are not as bad as people make them to be. TOB is potentially leak point though. 258k miles - Stock engine/minor suspension upgrades/original shocks/rear struts replaced at 222k/4 passenger side wheel bearings/3 clutches/1 radiator/3 turbos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 15, 2008 Share Posted September 15, 2008 TOB?? should get a call by the end of the day. will let you know what I hear. if needed can you overnight that? I could, but it will cost you arm and leg. Btw, my set does not include TOB (throw-out bearing). It's <$30 from a dealer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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