Brock Samson Posted October 16, 2013 Share Posted October 16, 2013 Another small update, at about 8000 miles and almost a year of use. I'm getting a tiny bit of chatter from this clutch, enough to make me nervous. And I'm getting that gods-damned TOB squeal as well- just barely audible, but enough to be annoying. So, I believe my recommendation mostly still stands. Stage 1 in flat terrain? Great kit (although I would go with a better TOB). Stage 2-3 in Seattle/San Francisco? Get something beefier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian2.5GT Posted October 22, 2013 Share Posted October 22, 2013 I am using the exedy racing clutch paired with a single mass flywheel (replacing the stick duel mass) on my 05 gt. There is a real difference, the engine revs quicker with the new flywheel and the feel of the clutch is outstanding. I think it's worth the extra money if you're thinking about going stage two Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejcivicdee Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 Is everyone getting chatter with this set up or some? Do the people with chatter have stiffened mounts by any chance? I plan doing a clutch job this weekend and have ordered the FJK1001FW with the lighten flywheel but thinking about now buying the wrx or 07+ legacy OEM SMFW. My car is a daily driver and I do no track. Any help would be great on deciding my flywheel of choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tehnation Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 I think the tsk3 kit gets rid of the chatter, if you have any. Something to do with the throwout bearing, TOB. http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/tranquil-sleeve-kit-snout-repair-kit-129749.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted January 14, 2014 Moderators Share Posted January 14, 2014 Is everyone getting chatter with this set up or some? Do the people with chatter have stiffened mounts by any chance? I plan doing a clutch job this weekend and have ordered the FJK1001FW with the lighten flywheel but thinking about now buying the wrx or 07+ legacy OEM SMFW. My car is a daily driver and I do no track. Any help would be great on deciding my flywheel of choice. That's an OEM replacement. With a stock SMFW you should have zero chatter. PM Gee-Otto, pretty sure he just installed the same setup. I think the tsk3 kit gets rid of the chatter, if you have any. Something to do with the throwout bearing, TOB. http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/tranquil-sleeve-kit-snout-repair-kit-129749.html That's not what a TSK3 does. That kit is for repairing transmission snout damage or as a preventative measure. "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejcivicdee Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 That's an OEM replacement. With a stock SMFW you should have zero chatter. PM Gee-Otto, pretty sure he just installed the same setup. That's not what a TSK3 does. That kit is for repairing transmission snout damage or as a preventative measure. I bought the kit that included the SMFW but I found out the flywheel is an exedy that is lightened. Should I just install the exedy flywheel or source an oem wrx SMFW. This is a daily driver. I don't want any noise from the clutch when driving. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejcivicdee Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 anyone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted January 14, 2014 Moderators Share Posted January 14, 2014 don't use the lwfw. why did you get a lightened flywheel if you ordered a kit that should've included a SMFW? "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejcivicdee Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 don't use the lwfw. why did you get a lightened flywheel if you ordered a kit that should've included a SMFW? the flywheel in the FJK1001FW kit is a SMFW, but it is lightened ~12.5 pounds. I am going from the DMFW. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted January 14, 2014 Moderators Share Posted January 14, 2014 you mean it weighs 12.5 lbs or it is 12.5lbs lighter? If it's a WRX SMFW, then yes it's lighter than the stock DMFW, but it's not the same as having a true LWFW. If it's the WRX SMFW, install it and you'll be fine. "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejcivicdee Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 you mean it weighs 12.5 lbs or it is 12.5lbs lighter? If it's a WRX SMFW, then yes it's lighter than the stock DMFW, but it's not the same as having a true LWFW. If it's the WRX SMFW, install it and you'll be fine. the wrx SMFW is 25 pounds. the exedy flywheel included in the kit is 12.5 pounds. So should i source a wrx oem SMFW instead you think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted January 14, 2014 Moderators Share Posted January 14, 2014 For a daily driver and someone with concerns about chatter / driveability--absolutely. Again though, if you actually ordered a fjk1001fw kit it should have come with an OEM style flywheel it seems. "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejcivicdee Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 For a daily driver and someone with concerns about chatter / driveability--absolutely. Again though, if you actually ordered a fjk1001fw kit it should have come with an OEM style flywheel it seems. thats what i thought, but exedy doesn't make any oem style, its all lightened. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted January 14, 2014 Moderators Share Posted January 14, 2014 Actually yeah, nvm--looks like it comes with LWFW. With your needs / wants, it really sounds like you should ditch that for an 06+ WRX SMFW. "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brock Samson Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 I disagree wholeheartedly. The amount of chatter from the FW included in the FJK1001FW is absolutely minimal, even on a stage 2+ LGT. Save your money. Edit, clarification: I can only detect the chatter if I have music turned off, am paying very close attention, the clutch/tranny/engine is at full operating temp and its an uphill start. Driving for Lyft in Seattle, I encounter these conditions frequently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejcivicdee Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 I disagree wholeheartedly. The amount of chatter from the FW included in the FJK1001FW is absolutely minimal, even on a stage 2+ LGT. Save your money. Edit, clarification: I can only detect the chatter if I have music turned off, am paying very close attention, the clutch/tranny/engine is at full operating temp and its an uphill start. Driving for Lyft in Seattle, I encounter these conditions frequently. OK, I hope you're right, will be going with the provided flywheel in the kit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eb50 Posted January 16, 2014 Share Posted January 16, 2014 I disagree wholeheartedly. The amount of chatter from the FW included in the FJK1001FW is absolutely minimal, even on a stage 2+ LGT. Save your money. Edit, clarification: I can only detect the chatter if I have music turned off, am paying very close attention, the clutch/tranny/engine is at full operating temp and its an uphill start. Driving for Lyft in Seattle, I encounter these conditions frequently. No chatter for me either Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejcivicdee Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 No chatter for me either sounds good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SolarYellow510 Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 I have an '05 OBXT that started making noise ~1000 miles ago. Still shifts perfectly, and goes silent with the slightest pressure on the clutch pedal. I got this Exedy kit with FW ordered this morning from FC Imports. $350 right now, free shipping, and I googled to find some random discount code that knocked off another 5%. Got the TSK3 on order from Fred Beans. I've seen references to getting new FW bolts from an '06 Subaru to go with this kit, but can't find them anymore. Should I do anything more complicated, or just get new bolts for the '05 XT? I'll be doing the installation myself. Time to go set up my air compressor... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brock Samson Posted February 3, 2014 Share Posted February 3, 2014 I reused the bolts. As long as you have the correct torx tool, its no problem. If you want to have regular hex heads in there you can just switch to the newer bolts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imblaze89 Posted June 23, 2014 Share Posted June 23, 2014 Please help! I just bought this kit without the fw, and read this thread about how my stock fw won't work. I found a good deal on a 06 wrx oem flywheel, just wanna make sure it will work. I'm planning on doing the install this coming weekend so I need to get it on order asap. Also if I do get the fw I can reuse the bolts? Car is a 05 lgt by the way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1-3-2-4 Posted June 25, 2015 Share Posted June 25, 2015 I did not read all the pages but I don't know if I have the stock DMFW but reading the reviews on Amazon says the TOB does not fit on the '05 LGT? How is the feel? I've never had any chatter on my GT but I have heard is slip when launching on a on-ramp between 2-3 I just dont want to have to go back in months later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
julianfast Posted June 25, 2015 Share Posted June 25, 2015 I've had this in my 06 for a few years now. The shop that installed it didn't say they had any problems. Overall, I would say the feel is fine after it broke in and it was a good value for the money. However, I do prefer the OEM one because I think it launches a tad smoother. Basically, it all depends on how much you want to spend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1-3-2-4 Posted June 26, 2015 Share Posted June 26, 2015 OEM what DMFW? Man this has me thinking like I don't want to give up the DMFW now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SolarYellow510 Posted June 26, 2015 Share Posted June 26, 2015 I really prefer the lighter Exedy FW in my 05 OBXT. Throttle response is vastly improved, making it smoother to move away from a stop and match revs when downshifting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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