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Biscuitpie · 05-24-2013, 01:45 PM

Last night I floored it in second and went to put it in third and it wouldn't go in. I pulled over and the car doesn't move, it just shudders at the top of the clutch range. So I'm assuming my clutch went out, but correct me if I'm wrong. I put down 480 whp so I need something performance oriented but nothing too crazy. I don't have $1500 to drop either so I want something cost effective. I appreciate any input, thanks!

EDIT:Thanks for all of the recommendations, everyone! I'm probably gonna go with the Mantic once I get set up with a shop. But I also have a feeling that it may not even be my clutch... It broke while I was in gear, there was no burning smell, it never slipped before, and it never grabbed high. Do you guys think it broke anyway or maybe it's the output shaft or something? What would cost more to fix?

Matt @ FSP · 05-24-2013, 02:02 PM

Mantic ER2 Single Clutch Disc Kit...

Clutch engagement is near stock pedal feel , but it holds 770+ ft/lbs. We have used them on a lot of N/A & forced inductions applications with great holding capacity. Gone are the days of that stiff pedal feel, and chatter from the clutch. The clutch kit comes in at a great price (Can't post here, but you can PM me or check our website), includes the steel billet flywheel, ER2 pressure plate/cover, and clutch disc. Complete kit ready to be installed!

Cincy10SSRS · 05-24-2013, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Matt @ FSP

Mantic ER2 Single Clutch Disc Kit...

Clutch engagement is near stock pedal feel , but it holds 770+ ft/lbs. We have used them on a lot of N/A & forced inductions applications with great holding capacity. Gone are the days of that stiff pedal feel, and chatter from the clutch. The clutch kit comes in at a great price (Can't post here, but you can PM me or check our website), includes the steel billet flywheel, ER2 pressure plate/cover, and clutch disc. Complete kit ready to be installed!

I predict I'm going to need something like this in the semi-near future. Any idea what a fair labor price would be for a reputable shop to install?

Chevy69er · 05-24-2013, 06:19 PM

Picking mine up tonight after installing axles and Mcleoud twin. Ill let you know the results!

RBD · 05-24-2013, 06:53 PM

I highly recommend the DYAD from Centerforce.......smooth and super holding power/

mp51998 · 05-25-2013, 01:24 PM

I have the Mantic 9000. Love it!!! Thanks Shawn at Lethal.

H-E · 05-26-2013, 05:07 PM

Please give the Street Slayer a look,it will cost a little more at first but it will save you a ton in the long run...1st No single will last as long as a twin so its futher inbetween labor bills...2nd it is rebuildable for less than some singles that you have to throw away . If you do a search you will find proven performance,great driving manners and a GREAT value .If we can help you out give us a call,,,,(We are working on a special deal for C5 members that we will anounce in a few days)

quincy speeder · 05-26-2013, 05:50 PM

I've gone through alot of clutches in my Vette, some very expensive. As of now I use the Mcleod RXT in both vehicle's and has been the best clutch in my opinion. Been in my Vette for 2 years so far- longest of any clutch.

blufin · 05-27-2013, 09:51 AM

I've got the Street Slayer twin carbon and I love it. Excellent street manors and holds a ton of torque.

94guy · 05-27-2013, 10:34 AM

i have a Street Slayer twin carbon forsale only because we put a 4l80 in. it has 500-550 miles on it. cost was $2500 but i'll do a really good deal on it

send me a pm if your interested.

partymn · 05-27-2013, 11:55 AM

$2500, was that an installed price?

I am going with a Street Slayer Twin just because it is rebuildable and has a great reputation.

I guess now I will be waiting on the Camaro5 deal from Hendrix Engineering. Hope it comes out soon, my clutch will not last much longer.

Matt @ FSP · 05-27-2013, 12:03 PM

There is absolutely nothing wrong with running single clutch plate kits, especially since the OP is looking for something more cost effective. He does not want to spend $1500, so that is where I have my suggestion of something that is half of that with the holding power well exceeding his power range now.

H-E · 05-27-2013, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by partymn

$2500, was that an installed price?

I am going with a Street Slayer Twin just because it is rebuildable and has a great reputation.

I guess now I will be waiting on the Camaro5 deal from Hendrix Engineering. Hope it comes out soon, my clutch will not last much longer.

Great to hear it,we will have the info up shortly...We have several clutches much cheaper than the one your asking about,his car needed a BEAST of a clutch lol......The great thing about our twin is we use LESS clamp load than the stock clutch ,we all know we dont have great hydrolics in the camaro so we didnt want to compound the issues with a HEAVY clamp load of one of our singles.With our Twins we use a HUGE amount of surface area to hold the car,not clamp load,thats why it drives nice and we dont have the hydrolic issues that you see reported on this site. Look forward to helping you out...

partymn · 05-27-2013, 12:40 PM

I see what you are saying Matt but the problem with power is that you almost never stay at what you got. However if the OP is planning on staying at his current power level the ER2 could be a good option for him.

05-24-2013, 01:45 PM	#1
Biscuitpie Drives: '11 Cammed LS3, '14 Scion FRS Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 758	Recommend me a clutch! Last night I floored it in second and went to put it in third and it wouldn't go in. I pulled over and the car doesn't move, it just shudders at the top of the clutch range. So I'm assuming my clutch went out, but correct me if I'm wrong. I put down 480 whp so I need something performance oriented but nothing too crazy. I don't have $1500 to drop either so I want something cost effective. I appreciate any input, thanks! EDIT:Thanks for all of the recommendations, everyone! I'm probably gonna go with the Mantic once I get set up with a shop. But I also have a feeling that it may not even be my clutch... It broke while I was in gear, there was no burning smell, it never slipped before, and it never grabbed high. Do you guys think it broke anyway or maybe it's the output shaft or something? What would cost more to fix? __________________ SOLD with a Z06 in the not too distant future: Cammed, boltons, axles, lowered, and more. \| 476 WHP Last edited by Biscuitpie; 05-29-2013 at 09:44 AM.

05-24-2013, 02:02 PM	#2
Matt @ FSP Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Bradenton, FL Posts: 2,610	Mantic ER2 Single Clutch Disc Kit... Clutch engagement is near stock pedal feel , but it holds 770+ ft/lbs. We have used them on a lot of N/A & forced inductions applications with great holding capacity. Gone are the days of that stiff pedal feel, and chatter from the clutch. The clutch kit comes in at a great price (Can't post here, but you can PM me or check our website), includes the steel billet flywheel, ER2 pressure plate/cover, and clutch disc. Complete kit ready to be installed! Attached Images

05-26-2013, 05:50 PM	#8
quincy speeder Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Quincy.Ma Posts: 202	I've gone through alot of clutches in my Vette, some very expensive. As of now I use the Mcleod RXT in both vehicle's and has been the best clutch in my opinion. Been in my Vette for 2 years so far- longest of any clutch. __________________ 2010 SS, 230 Cam, ARH headers,Airaid intake, 160 t-stat,3.90 gears 475hp/430tq. -old setup added- Procharger F1-D, alky control,FIC 96lb,fuel system- 810hp/735tq- 10.3 at 136mph , 1.75 60'. see how long it lasts. Thanks to Slowhawk Performance. 2008 C6, 427ci,YSI,mcleod clutch,Alky control, built tranny, custom fuel system. 985rwhp, best 1/4 -9.4 at 152mph. still trying to get the shifting down:(

05-27-2013, 09:51 AM	#9
blufin Drives: Fire Engine Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: WPB, Florida Posts: 1,415	I've got the Street Slayer twin carbon and I love it. Excellent street manors and holds a ton of torque. __________________ 12.618 @ 110.75 Bone Stock 1/4 mile 8.165 @ 86.52 Bone Stock 1/8 mile 11.189 @ 124.44 on a 1.73 60' TVS2300 3.4 pulley, JRE tuned, Kooks LT headers and HF cats, MBRP catback exhaust, CAI intake, ADM scoop. Stock wheels/tires. Sold

05-27-2013, 10:34 AM	#10
94guy Drives: 99 Camaro; 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: louisiana Posts: 1,965	i have a Street Slayer twin carbon forsale only because we put a 4l80 in. it has 500-550 miles on it. cost was $2500 but i'll do a really good deal on it send me a pm if your interested. __________________ 2018 Camaro SS A8 Edelbrock 2650 FBO 93 octane 9.54@144 Pump E 9.59@152 2010 Camaro Stock bottom end with 46,000+miles JRE remote tuning Whipple A6 and Drive it to and from the track 9.46@146

05-24-2013, 06:19 PM	#4
Chevy69er Drives: 2011 SLP ZL-585, 13' Silverado Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Utah Posts: 242	Picking mine up tonight after installing axles and Mcleoud twin. Ill let you know the results!

05-24-2013, 06:53 PM	#5
RBD Drives: 2013 SS/RS Convertible Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Mendota, IL Posts: 715 View My Garage	I highly recommend the DYAD from Centerforce.......smooth and super holding power/

05-25-2013, 01:24 PM	#6
mp51998 Drives: Black 2011 2SS/RS Join Date: May 2011 Location: S. Texas Posts: 1,817	I have the Mantic 9000. Love it!!! Thanks Shawn at Lethal.

05-26-2013, 05:07 PM	#7
H-E Account Suspended Drives: 2010 zr1 Camaro 2011 vert Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: everywhere Posts: 1,121	Please give the Street Slayer a look,it will cost a little more at first but it will save you a ton in the long run...1st No single will last as long as a twin so its futher inbetween labor bills...2nd it is rebuildable for less than some singles that you have to throw away . If you do a search you will find proven performance,great driving manners and a GREAT value .If we can help you out give us a call,,,,(We are working on a special deal for C5 members that we will anounce in a few days)

05-27-2013, 11:55 AM	#11
partymn Drives: 2014 1ss 1LE Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Goose Creek, SC Posts: 878 View My Garage	$2500, was that an installed price? I am going with a Street Slayer Twin just because it is rebuildable and has a great reputation. I guess now I will be waiting on the Camaro5 deal from Hendrix Engineering. Hope it comes out soon, my clutch will not last much longer. __________________ 2014 1SS 1LE, bone stock for now.

05-27-2013, 12:03 PM	#12
Matt @ FSP Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Bradenton, FL Posts: 2,610	There is absolutely nothing wrong with running single clutch plate kits, especially since the OP is looking for something more cost effective. He does not want to spend $1500, so that is where I have my suggestion of something that is half of that with the holding power well exceeding his power range now.

05-27-2013, 12:40 PM	#14
partymn Drives: 2014 1ss 1LE Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Goose Creek, SC Posts: 878 View My Garage	I see what you are saying Matt but the problem with power is that you almost never stay at what you got. However if the OP is planning on staying at his current power level the ER2 could be a good option for him. __________________ 2014 1SS 1LE, bone stock for now.