arne Posted November 4, 2012 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Still looking for a good clutch for my bpu TT... Is this a good clutch? http://www.specclutch.com/products Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samurai 20V Posted November 4, 2012 Share Posted November 4, 2012 ap98malcom on here had some issues with his Spec clutch.. I have the TRD single plate, no issues with it, drives like stock, pedal is a bit heavy though.. I believe Chris Wilson does a good spec for BPU.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveC Posted November 4, 2012 Share Posted November 4, 2012 I use a Centerforce Dual Friction clutch. They're said to take up to 90% more torque than stock - which I can't verify as my car's only at BPU level. I can say it was straight-forward to install and feels/drives like a stock clutch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callaway Motorsport Posted November 4, 2012 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Whatever you do Arne, don't get spec. only had problems with them. Competition clutch have also had their fair share. We mostly sell ACT or our own kits. Never had any problem with those single disc setups. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a98pmalcolm Posted November 4, 2012 Share Posted November 4, 2012 ap98malcom on here had some issues with his Spec clutch.. I have the TRD single plate, no issues with it, drives like stock, pedal is a bit heavy though.. I believe Chris Wilson does a good spec for BPU.. I had issues with Competition Clutch bud.. MANY ISSUES. My mate at that owns his own tuning workshop says to stay away from Spec clutchs.. My advice.. RPS is the one to go for Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted November 4, 2012 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Contact Chris Wilson regarding the uprated friction disc and clutch cover he supplies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samurai 20V Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 I had issues with Competition Clutch bud.. MANY ISSUES. My mate at that owns his own tuning workshop says to stay away from Spec clutchs.. My advice.. RPS is the one to go for Ah, sorry mate, my mistake.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveR Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 RPS carbon twin plate is the way forward in my experience. It's expensive and it's a lie that it feels like stock as it's VERY snatchy, but it can certainly handle the power and it's not so obnoxious once you're used to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arne Posted November 14, 2012 Author Share Posted November 14, 2012 yeah but all twinplates makes noises and that's why I want a single plate... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callaway Motorsport Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 take a look in our shop Arne for the single plate clutches, we have a few in there you might be interested in from our own range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parry_10 Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 take a look in our shop Arne for the single plate clutches, we have a few in there you might be interested in from our own range. Do your kits come as a full kit or just the clutch plate and cover? They look very simular to the spec clutches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callaway Motorsport Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Do your kits come as a full kit or just the clutch plate and cover? They look very simular to the spec clutches. I giggled... trust me, they are NOT the same, nor the same quality. They (Ours) are far better. The kits come with the clutch disc and plate. And i am hoping to get some OEM parts in soon to also be able to provide them with stock bearing etc. Untill that time, its up to your local mr T or other traders on here to provide, as Netherlands Toyota is a total ripoff against UK prices!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parry_10 Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 I giggled... trust me, they are NOT the same, nor the same quality. They (Ours) are far better. The kits come with the clutch disc and plate. And i am hoping to get some OEM parts in soon to also be able to provide them with stock bearing etc. Untill that time, its up to your local mr T or other traders on here to provide, as Netherlands Toyota is a total ripoff against UK prices!! Ok mate just saying they look the same thats all. I am going for a spec stage 2+ clutch for mine so was just weighing up the costs as they come as a kit. I know there used to be failures with spec clutches but have heard they are pretty good now. Would be good to know how your clutches are better and why? Maybe I will go for one of yours instead... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callaway Motorsport Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 all i will say is, at least i warned you its not to make sure anyone wants to buy my clutches (which really is what i should be doing lol) but i am honest about these things, and that is why i keep my customers around. I have had quite a few customers go for the spec instead of ours, and they all end up sending me an email back, saying that it failed anyway Overall the quality and build of our clutches is alot higher than those of spec or ACT. The thickness of the pressure plates, bolts and forks is alot better. + they are made by a company who has been making racing clutches for over 40+ years (and own patents for their designs). the biggest advantage for me, is that they can make anything to spec that we want. We will allow up to setups of 800 + hp (we will be testing the first one on near 1000hp with john's..) Anything more or which needs more discs capability, we will advise OS Giken (for who'm we are dealer) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgyRog Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 (edited) I don't know anything about the quality or the reliability of these clutches but Paul Whiffin has now taken on these Clutches and it's what he has recommended, a stage 3+ for my 5-speed at BPU levels I took this on trust, as I believe Paul would not fit something he doesn't trust, hopefully this is due to the supposed better quality now Anyway to the OP, heres his link http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?280047-Whifbitz-UK-distributor-for-Spec-Clutch The 3+ was recommended for me, as I wanted to keep as close to the stock feel as possible Edited November 15, 2012 by DodgyRog (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brazil Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 I am using southbend clutch stage 2 'single plate made from kevlar' it drives and feels like stock..! not had any issues with it what sort ever...! :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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