Cheap clutch

[4 Doorz]

Hey,

I have been quoted $790 for a billet lightened flywheel (5.5-5.9kg depending on what I want) and a organic clutch plate with a 2600lb pressure plate (I chose 2600 so as not to be too heavy under foot - and apparently this set up is still good for 350hp at the wheels??)....is this a good price?

This is only for supply as I will fit myself. It's from Nick's Clutches/Archerfield.

All comments Appreciated

Steve

[4 Doorz]

HEY!

This is an question that needs to be answered urgently.

I've been told that Nissan patrol clutch bolts up to my skyline by one guy (with 2300lb pressure plate) however another place told me that, that set up means that the plate engages really close to the floor.

Those of you who have this set up is that correct? And if so how different to normal (is it engaged 1 cm off the floor with the rest of the pedal a waste)??

This setup works out to be $320 and is much cheaper than the $430 for the clutch I was quoted, but the the flywheel price jumps to $510 so I may miss out on the flywheel - don't know yet

PLEASE HELP!

[NismoGirl]

I can't say much about the flywheel but I got my clutch from Doug @ Nick's Clutches and it's awesome.

I'm pretty weak and I got a 3000poung pressure plate organic clutch and it's not heavy at all. I love it. It's heavy at first when your not used to it, but I would never go back to anything else.

I do know however not to go to the guy that Doug recommends to put the clutch in. The wanker didn't replace my throw out bearing because I didn't ask. It's like a $2 part and he didn't even bother to ring and ask me. So I now have a nice throw out bearing noise (Amongst other noises >:| )

But yes, Nick's clutchs are good. I'm over the moon with my clutch. Not too heavy on the foot and I can still ride it if need be. Great for launches.. Ask anyone who's been in my car =)

[NismoGirl]

Originally posted by 4 Doorz

HEY!

I've been told that Nissan patrol clutch bolts up to my skyline by one guy (with 2300lb pressure plate) however another place told me that, that set up means that the plate engages really close to the floor.

Those of you who have this set up is that correct? And if so how different to normal (is it engaged 1 cm off the floor with the rest of the pedal a waste)??

This setup works out to be $320 and is much cheaper than the $430 for the clutch I was quoted, but the the flywheel price jumps to $510 so I may miss out on the flywheel - don't know yet

PLEASE HELP!

Have you spoken to Jay?? I was at Gavin Woods on Friday when he came in to ask about the clutch. Gavin said they can fit but there's a lot of mucking aorund with the pedal height and stuff.

I bought my clutch (as stated about 3000 pound pressure plate, organic clutch) for around the $300 mark. Can't remember the exact price, but it cost all up of $600 to put it in.. But also as I stated above, don't go to the dude at the Caltex up the road on Beaudesert Road. Dodgy. As.

[warrior_350]

Nismogirl do you have the ph number for the place you got yours from?

[4 Doorz]

Nicks performance clutches

3277 9403

Nismogirl

Funny, I've been quoted $430 for an organic with uprated pressure plate from Nicks as well - dunno if I spoke to Doug - but ~$130 difference is sus

[slip]

Luke got his from Direct Clutch I think. Nice unit.

[NismoGirl]

4 Doorz, ring them back and ask to speak to Doug. Say that Erin with the White R33 and the turbo laser told you to ring. See if he will knock some $$ off the price.

I did ring and say someone else sent me there, but its only been about 6 months since I got my new clutch and about 2 since we got the Laser's clutch done.

If he can't remember, just say my clutch was 3000 pound and the laser's clutch was improved from 800 pound to 1860 pound. He should remember that one

[unwritten law]

yeh i am getting my clutch thru doug in a couple of weeks, cant wait

[bryanlee38]

i just got exedy heavy duty daikien clutch from ABS BRAKE AND CLUTCH in slacks creek. i paid total of $560 (however they usually sell for like $690) ... some places quoted me as much as $980. ABS BRAKE AND CLUTCH helped me out heaps, comes with 12 months warranty. give them try. the guy i chatted to Brent/Brett (cant remember which name it was) beat the cheapest prices i found. so yeah try them..

regards

bryanlee38

[51jay]

Steve's new clutch is in the car and he should be back on the road tomorrow if all goes well

[NismoGirl]

What did he end up getting Jay?

[51jay]

Went to same place as you ....heavy duty organic + lightweight flywheel. It's an Exedy plate,..... I think it's about 2800lb.

[fwddriftking]

dude i would throughly reccomend a NIck Performance Clutch to anyone and every one call doug.....

[NismoGirl]

Do I hear an Echo?

[fwddriftking]

yeah yeah erin you do hear an echo but seriously why not they deserve it!!!!!

[NismoGirl]

Yes. Yes he does. I couldn't be happier with my clutch

[4 Doorz]

Hey marty.

I give your clutch about 4 weeks left......

First it's the smell, next its the slower grabbing, then the occasional slip then your stranded.

If you can get hold of car stands and another bloke, I'll help you change it.

[qikr33]

thanks steve...i go to nz in 2 weeks cant do it till i get back.It only slips at willowbank, on the steet it holds 1st and 2nd frying?not that i would do that ****stable,if your reading this .say whats that over there........(gone)

[51jay]

Heh!! 4 Doorz !! You know where the car stands are.