«Cyph3r» Posted February 22, 2003 Share Posted February 22, 2003 I have a R33 gts-t that's a bit modified and was looking a t getting a new clutch for it. My car is putting out 320hp at the wheels at 1.2bar boost at the moment and needs tuning so I want something that can handle at least 600hp@flywheel. It currently has an hks triple plate solid centre clutch which works great and never slips but the problem is that it makes the car hard to drive.... i either have to give it some revs and take off spinning the wheels a bit or ease it out very very slowly over about 5seconds. I was just wanting to know if anyone has a good clutch in their car that can handle this power without being too difficult to use that they can recommend. At the moment I am thinking about OS Giken or Ogura Racing Clutch Twin Plate Sprung Centre Clutches.I don't want to drag it with this clutch or do like 6000rpm+ launches just be able to still rev it out without the clutch slipping. Also does anyone in my area have a clutch of this type... i m in noosa on sunshine coast, qld. Thanks for any help Jamie:D Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/10910-r33-gts-t-clutches-which-are-good/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTS-t VSPEC Posted February 22, 2003 Share Posted February 22, 2003 I have an OS Giken twin-plate on mine and it is very easy to drive and should be able to handle that power, aslong as you don't drag race it too often. Will be great for the street. See'ya:burnout: Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/10910-r33-gts-t-clutches-which-are-good/#findComment-178701 Share on other sites More sharing options...
«Cyph3r» Posted February 22, 2003 Author Share Posted February 22, 2003 Thanx bro Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/10910-r33-gts-t-clutches-which-are-good/#findComment-178717 Share on other sites More sharing options...
kik-ass Posted February 22, 2003 Share Posted February 22, 2003 Let me know how you go 'coz I'm in need of a better clutch that will handle up to 250rwkw. My stock one is stuffed, slips in 3rd and up whenever I come onto boost. I'm also in Noosa Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/10910-r33-gts-t-clutches-which-are-good/#findComment-178821 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleach1 Posted February 23, 2003 Share Posted February 23, 2003 a centerforce clutch is rerally good. The pressure plate springs change their tension with rpm so at light rpm the clutch is light and at high rpm it is eavy for more strength. a bit more expensive though. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/10910-r33-gts-t-clutches-which-are-good/#findComment-178969 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rev210 Posted February 23, 2003 Share Posted February 23, 2003 Ogura is a good clutch brand too. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/10910-r33-gts-t-clutches-which-are-good/#findComment-179402 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRK25T Posted February 24, 2003 Share Posted February 24, 2003 What does a clutch cost? I guess my car will be going close to 200rwkw eventually and i'd like to put aside enough $$ incase i start having problems with the standard item. Anyone have suggestions for a car that will be aiming for low 13/high 12s on the odd occasion while also being very driveable to work each day? Mark Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/10910-r33-gts-t-clutches-which-are-good/#findComment-180479 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rev210 Posted February 24, 2003 Share Posted February 24, 2003 MRK25T, Most clutch kits are rated in flywheel horsepower/kw. In the case of OS and Ogura. This should make it easy. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/10910-r33-gts-t-clutches-which-are-good/#findComment-180504 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydneykid Posted February 24, 2003 Share Posted February 24, 2003 Hi guys, REV210 is right choose one for the horsepower you want, plus I have a simple rule; for 2wd drive a twin plate is plenty, regardless of how you use it for 4wd drive a twin plate is plenty for the street for a 4wd street/drag car, a 3 plate is the go BTW we use OS Giken as they have a nice range to suite the above. Hope that helps Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/10910-r33-gts-t-clutches-which-are-good/#findComment-180555 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRK25T Posted February 24, 2003 Share Posted February 24, 2003 Would it be wise going for a used clutch as from the prices i've seen on new ones they are close to $2k When do you think the standard item will suck the sandshoe? Mark Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/10910-r33-gts-t-clutches-which-are-good/#findComment-180922 Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbomad Posted February 24, 2003 Share Posted February 24, 2003 Have a look at www.uniqueautosports.com.au and www.horsepowerinabox.com , they both have various clutches to suit at a reasonable cost. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/10910-r33-gts-t-clutches-which-are-good/#findComment-181048 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRK25T Posted February 24, 2003 Share Posted February 24, 2003 Is the following item (From $495 exchange) combined with a lightened flywheel worth worrying about if i'm going to keep below 250rwkw? or should I/can I just get a lightened flywheel with the standard clutch? "UAS Modified sports clutch with 40% increased clamping pressure and 6 finger cinted bronze Cerametalic button clutch plate. Grips well lasts a long time and not savage on take up. Anti Burst Casting (Nodular Iron) pressure plate. We can rebuild and improve clutches for any car. Supplied with new thrust bearing. Exchange for 300zx ,R33 GTS, R32 GTS-T ,Silvia, 180SX MR2, Supra." Mark Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/10910-r33-gts-t-clutches-which-are-good/#findComment-181305 Share on other sites More sharing options...
«Cyph3r» Posted February 24, 2003 Author Share Posted February 24, 2003 Has anyone used or have an ogura racing clutch?? I have heard they are good but everyone seems to go wit os giken... just wonderin' if dis is cos os is betta or easier to get? Also anyone able to tell me how much an os twin plate sprung centre clutch wit flywheel is gonna cost??? I have seen one for $3300AU. I'm thinkin that this is a bit xpensive howeva:confused: ThanX :werd: :Pimp: Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/10910-r33-gts-t-clutches-which-are-good/#findComment-181341 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merli Posted February 24, 2003 Share Posted February 24, 2003 http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/sh...&threadid=11024 Near new NISMO Triple Plate Clutch for sale - $2500. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/10910-r33-gts-t-clutches-which-are-good/#findComment-181350 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidewaymambo Posted February 24, 2003 Share Posted February 24, 2003 well for your application, stay away from triple plate.. read through the link.. http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/sh...ch&pagenumber=2 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/10910-r33-gts-t-clutches-which-are-good/#findComment-181374 Share on other sites More sharing options...
«Cyph3r» Posted February 24, 2003 Author Share Posted February 24, 2003 Originally posted by Merli http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/sh...&threadid=11024 Near new NISMO Triple Plate Clutch for sale - $2500. Sorry merli but i have a triple plate hks that is pretty much brand new. It is just dat it is a biatch to use. dis is y i m switchin to a twin. If anyone is after a clutch for dragging or racing though or is really co-ordinated than triple plates are awesome.... can drop it at 8000rpm all day and no slippage!! There u go dood free plug :Pimp: LaterZ All :werd: Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/10910-r33-gts-t-clutches-which-are-good/#findComment-181417 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merli Posted February 24, 2003 Share Posted February 24, 2003 I'm used to the triple now, but my parents need to be able to drive the car, that's why it has to go... It's a clutch you can quite easily get used to, but not just hop in the car and drive it... Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/10910-r33-gts-t-clutches-which-are-good/#findComment-181471 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zahos Posted February 24, 2003 Share Posted February 24, 2003 Have a look at this thread: http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/sh...=&threadid=2005 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/10910-r33-gts-t-clutches-which-are-good/#findComment-181850 Share on other sites More sharing options...
«Cyph3r» Posted February 27, 2003 Author Share Posted February 27, 2003 So r the exedy organic heavy duty singles able to handle 600hp@flywheel? Are they easy to use 'cos I heard that some singles are harder to use then a good twin plate? :Pimp:ThanX Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/10910-r33-gts-t-clutches-which-are-good/#findComment-186436 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zahos Posted February 27, 2003 Share Posted February 27, 2003 I dont have one personally, but I know it will be my next clutch. There was another thread on these clutches, and the feedback from those that have them was all positive. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/10910-r33-gts-t-clutches-which-are-good/#findComment-186468 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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