Clutch Options

[Josh]

Thanks for the reference picture, that helps out a lot!

[BABIS]

Since my recent engine upgrade I am experiencing some clutch shipping issues. My rough guestimate of power at the flywheel is 350hp/350ftlbs. I am currently running the stock valeo clutch, which is not long for this world...

Nick has had luck with the uprated Hervey clutch & pressure plate, but after contacting him it looks like he is sold out of pressure plates.

Looking around i found the centerforce clutch, but cannot find any specs of holding power.
http://www.centerforce.com/products/...d?cookietest=1

Going across the pond and looking into Alpine A610 clutches I found this. It is claiming 650Nm (480ftlbs) of holding power at the pressure plate.
http://www.mecaparts.com/Cinematique...6GT&page=12#ok

Any input would be greatly appreciated, I would like to get this figured out this winter!

Thanks in advance, Josh

the A610 clutch is the way to go (not a personal experience but there's a lot of great feedbacks from the Alpine guys, especially with modified engines)

note that the clutch kit on the mecaparts site are not renault original A610 one (and I guess they are clutches for the 2.5 turbo engine), this is an original A610 clutch:

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[Josh]

the A610 clutch is the way to go (not a personal experience but there's a lot of great feedbacks from the Alpine guys, especially with modified engines)

note that the clutch kit on the mecaparts site are not renault original A610 one (and I guess they are clutches for the 2.5 turbo engine), this is an original A610 clutch:

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Thanks for chiming in! To me the pictured clutch looks extremely similar to the delorean valeo. Do you have a source for the original a610 clutch?

[BABIS]

Thanks for chiming in! To me the pictured clutch looks extremely similar to the delorean valeo. Do you have a source for the original a610 clutch?

the main difference is the pressure plate for sure. you should contact the Alpine parts guru from this site http://www.simon-auto.de/alpine/englisch/alpine.htm

[refugeefromcalif]

Put the stock engine back in so vendors can service it. Be sure to change the tires if they are original. Classic car insurance may be good for you, depending on how you use your car. Also, be sure to put in a new battery. Coolant hoses are need as well if they have not been done.

When did David T change his screen name?


(Sorry, I'll log off now)...

George

[Josh]

the main difference is the pressure plate for sure. you should contact the Alpine parts guru from this site http://www.simon-auto.de/alpine/englisch/alpine.htm

Sent out an email. Ill report back if they get back to me.
Thanks for pointing me in the right direction.

[Lou and "Boo"]

Try spec clutches. I have one in my Fiero with the 3800sc . They make puck clutches and may be able to help. Just an idea.