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Steve da Wrench
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I need to get another clutch for an LS1 6spd, and was wondering what your opinions are as far as brands, prices, feedback(good and bad), part numbers, and smoothness of operation! I currently have a Mcloed in the 99 SS, and like it, but wanted to get more opinions, please!!
Thanks! [Smile]

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McGee's Auto Service, an SLP AutoGroup/Perf. Parts Installer.


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2002Z4CSS
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Looks like several people on the SLP board like the stock ZO6 clutch and pressure plate. [Smile]
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poSSum
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Steve,

I have no experience with it, but I've been asking the question and watching the tech forums since August. I'm 99% sure I'll be getting the Star Spec Stage 3 kevlar ... it should be able to stand up to the E.T. Streets.

GMHTP used it in their Thunderchicken, and have a pretty good write-up on it. You can find the article in their online archive.

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Steve da Wrench
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quote:
Originally posted by poSSum:
Steve,

I have no experience with it, but I've been asking the question and watching the tech forums since August. I'm 99% sure I'll be getting the Star Spec Stage 3 kevlar ... it should be able to stand up to the E.T. Streets.

GMHTP used it in their Thunderchicken, and have a pretty good write-up on it. You can find the article in their online archive.

Art, do you have an e-mail addy for them? I have heard of other people using them, but couldnt find the company link directly yesterday! All I could find was other people who sell their products! I want to be able to see what options/etc they have.
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William J. Finch
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Get the exact same clutch which came in the car from the factory. . .
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poSSum
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Here's the GMHTP ARTICLE.

I've not had any luck finding an actual Star Performance Clutch Webpage.

The article does have an e-mail address at the end. Don't know if it's any good or not.

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01SunsetOrangeSS
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quote:
Originally posted by poSSum:
Here's the GMHTP ARTICLE.

I've not had any luck finding an actual Star Performance Clutch Webpage.

The article does have an e-mail address at the end. Don't know if it's any good or not.

Spec Star Clutch's website is as of yet not functional. I am a Spec direct factory distributor, if you need any prices or information just email me.

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Hawkeye
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There used to be a GM clutch engineer that monitered these boards. He posted about 2 years ago - can't remember his name. Teri, Art - you guys remember?

He might have an opinion as well.

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99Y2Y
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What do you think of the Centerforce Dual friction clutch? They have a web page that is current and up to date, I have been using one in my 3900lb Chevelle with a 502 w/600ftlbtq running mid 11's without a failure, however I'm only using an 8inch tire(Hoosiers). Good luck
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Bolide
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quote:
Originally posted by 99Y2Y:
What do you think of the Centerforce Dual friction clutch? They have a web page that is current and up to date, I have been using one in my 3900lb Chevelle with a 502 w/600ftlbtq running mid 11's without a failure, however I'm only using an 8inch tire(Hoosiers). Good luck

I just put a Z06 clutch assembly in my 2000 SS, about 45 days ago, after having the Centerforce DF for little more than one year, around 25,000 miles. The Centerforce managed to destruct itself and also take with it a very expensive SLP billet steel flywheel, burning it right through to the back. Thinking back on some symptoms in the past six months, like a mysterious 11 rwhp loss on the dyno in June, missed shifts that shouldn't have happened, etc., I think the Centerforce was starting to go bad last spring. I don't think I'll be buying another one again. Happy with the Z06 clutch, but the comparatively light clutch pedal pressure takes some getting used to after the heavier Centerforce.
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