High Horsepower/ TQ - Clutch options?

womsterr · February 13th, 2006, 06:12 PM

Folks - I just had a rant about f'n RPS clutches on another site. I've documented a couple times here that we are shooting for well north of 1,000hp on the motor we are putting together now. I have a BUILT T-56 for it and a CF driveshaft.

The one thing I'm still iffy on is the clutch and flywheel combo. Any suggestions on what the high HP guys are running?

Denstoyz · February 13th, 2006, 06:24 PM

I'm using a Mcleod Twin Disc with Nebia material (kinda like Kevlar) and so far so good. However, the first one I got was an asbestos style disc and it was toast on my 1st aggressive launch!

womsterr · February 13th, 2006, 08:44 PM

I had not heard grand things about the McLeod...and I'll ride a bike before I ever have another RPS in my ride. What is Chad and Heffner using?

Cody@A.R.T. · February 13th, 2006, 08:57 PM

If I'm not mistaken and I might be but I think Dr. Roof's 8.55 pass was done on a McLeod. We are currently using the McLeod's as well.

UGRSRT · February 14th, 2006, 08:28 AM

Mcleod all the way. I have the new mcleod and it drives like stock. (Mcleod) Good Decision!!!

**Cudaman** · February 14th, 2006, 08:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by womsterr

. What is Chad and Heffner using?

I think they use the same.

Cudaman

womsterr · February 14th, 2006, 08:58 AM

Are they using the sintered metal Mcleod or the nebia?

Also curious...anyone know if there is a steel bellshousing availalbe. After seeing my stock one basically vaporize, I need something more substantial...

Frankie Figs · February 15th, 2006, 02:38 PM

How much power have people made on the stock clutch? I heard they were pretty stout.

99 RT/10 · February 15th, 2006, 05:48 PM

Stock clutch is good for about 600-650 RWHP, after that you'll want to look aftermarket for one to hold more power.

**PeakCompletions** · February 15th, 2006, 06:04 PM

Putting a Mcleod in my car at ART right now because the Spec-5 could not hold the power... been told that it needs to be broke in right before any agressive driving otherwise they tend to break down.

xracer · February 15th, 2006, 09:48 PM

how much for a mccleod clutch and flywheel combo? how much power are they rated to.

Denstoyz · February 20th, 2006, 12:50 AM

I believe mine ran around $2000-$2500 (correct me if I'm wrong Kev) and its rated up to 1500hp.