Review of the spec stage 3 - Page 4 - 3000GT/Stealth International Message Center

Pearl3000GTgirl · 06-07-2004, 10:24 PM

We have been using the EXEDY performance clutches on various applications for some time now. This seems to be the best quality clutch on the market with many options depending on your driving style and engine performance modifications from stock. They are the only company that we have found that builds a clutch that is specifically made for each application. I have noticed that ACT,Centerforce and SPEC use the regular OE pressure plate from Daikin or Exedy and modify it. We kept noticing the Daikin logo stamped on their product underneath the ACT or Centerforce sticker. Their was a question in an earlier post about solid vs sprung center hub discs. The sprung center hub will run quieter with less chatter. The solid center hub is more for racing. Many racers use multiplate twin and triple disc set ups. Many of these are solid center hubs. The multi disc set up allows some give rather than ripping the center out and they can handle the heat better.
We have run both the Exedy Stage 1 organic and the Stage 2 cerametalic with great results. They seem to hold up and last with abuse as well.
Has anyone else had similar results with the EXEDY product?

Bret Brinkmann · 06-07-2004, 10:40 PM

Pearl3000GTgirl - You must work for a shop or some thing, huh? What can you tell me about the RPS brand?

Pearl3000GTgirl · 06-08-2004, 07:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Bret Brinkmann

Pearl3000GTgirl - You must work for a shop or some thing, huh? What can you tell me about the RPS brand?

We have been involved in race media and marketing for some time now. I go to the shows and races and see all of the manufacturers. There must be 20 different clutch suppliers alone.
I don't know anything about RPS other than they appear to be using the OE Daikin pressure plate and modifing it. Almost all of the suppliers just take a OE clutch and modify it and put their name on it.

Jeremy R · 06-08-2004, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by SteveVR4

The SPEC clutches rock. That's why we pushed for them to make them for us for the 3S platform.
Got them in stock BTW.

Thanks,
Steve

There's only one clutch that I will ever run and thats the spec III from 3sx. I've felt rps and all those others, but dind't like them. My clutch also feels just like the stock clutch. I'm really not a good judge at that though since I have pretty strong legs from the get go.

Bret Brinkmann · 06-08-2004, 10:42 PM

Pearl3000GTgirl - How do you modify the pressure plate?

AllEyezOnMyVR4 · 06-23-2004, 04:31 AM

where can i find the spec III clutch?

pyun · 06-23-2004, 08:21 AM

3sx bro

RobBeck · 06-23-2004, 08:33 AM

Dave at ESP (Enhanced Street Performance) as well.

Rob

red3kgtvr4 · 06-23-2004, 09:45 AM

http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/

On sale now for $452.

red3kgtvr4 · 06-25-2004, 04:59 AM

Picked up my car last night from the rebuild.

Man, the pedal feel is just like stock BUT it engages much sharper. Does the stage 3 soften up as far as engagement/slipping ability for city driving? Can't wait to get it broke in so I can lauch!

06-07-2004, 10:24 PM	#31 (permalink)
Pearl3000GTgirl Forum user Join Date: Jun 2004 Drives: 1995 3000GT Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Review of the spec stage 3 We have been using the EXEDY performance clutches on various applications for some time now. This seems to be the best quality clutch on the market with many options depending on your driving style and engine performance modifications from stock. They are the only company that we have found that builds a clutch that is specifically made for each application. I have noticed that ACT,Centerforce and SPEC use the regular OE pressure plate from Daikin or Exedy and modify it. We kept noticing the Daikin logo stamped on their product underneath the ACT or Centerforce sticker. Their was a question in an earlier post about solid vs sprung center hub discs. The sprung center hub will run quieter with less chatter. The solid center hub is more for racing. Many racers use multiplate twin and triple disc set ups. Many of these are solid center hubs. The multi disc set up allows some give rather than ripping the center out and they can handle the heat better. We have run both the Exedy Stage 1 organic and the Stage 2 cerametalic with great results. They seem to hold up and last with abuse as well. Has anyone else had similar results with the EXEDY product?

06-07-2004, 10:40 PM	#32 (permalink)
Bret Brinkmann Gear Head Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Charlotte NC Drives: Rear wheels only... Trader Rating: (4)	Re: Review of the spec stage 3 Pearl3000GTgirl - You must work for a shop or some thing, huh? What can you tell me about the RPS brand? __________________ 250 RWHP If you want the exploded views of both 5 and 6 speeds or pics e-mail me at SavagTiger@AOL.com. 94 VR-4 Panama Green Tan Interior RPS II, gutted cats, flipped BPV, 3SX control arms, 3SX shift bushings, Red Line, Auto-Meter. Rebuilt TC, transaxle, steering rack, heads, and turbos. 360cc's blue printened with in 1%. New short block. RWD convertion and welded rear end.

06-08-2004, 10:42 PM	#35 (permalink)
Bret Brinkmann Gear Head Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Charlotte NC Drives: Rear wheels only... Trader Rating: (4)	Re: Review of the spec stage 3 Pearl3000GTgirl - How do you modify the pressure plate?

06-23-2004, 04:31 AM	#36 (permalink)
AllEyezOnMyVR4 I Love TOYS Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Albany NY Drives: all my toys Trader Rating: (4)	Re: Review of the spec stage 3 where can i find the spec III clutch? __________________ Driving Exotic

06-23-2004, 08:21 AM	#37 (permalink)
pyun "The Fisherman" Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Bergen County/Philly Drives: around scaring birds Trader Rating: (75)	Re: Review of the spec stage 3 3sx bro __________________

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06-23-2004, 08:33 AM	#38 (permalink)
RobBeck POLYCHRONOPOULOS Join Date: May 2002 Location: St. Louis, MO Drives: On 1 Wheel Trader Rating: (226)	Re: Review of the spec stage 3 Dave at ESP (Enhanced Street Performance) as well. Rob

06-23-2004, 09:45 AM	#39 (permalink)
red3kgtvr4 Just havin' fun! Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Wichita, KS Drives: Every chance I get! Trader Rating: (1)	Re: Review of the spec stage 3 http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/ On sale now for $452. __________________ Car/mod pics

06-25-2004, 04:59 AM	#40 (permalink)
red3kgtvr4 Just havin' fun! Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Wichita, KS Drives: Every chance I get! Trader Rating: (1)	Re: Review of the spec stage 3 Picked up my car last night from the rebuild. Man, the pedal feel is just like stock BUT it engages much sharper. Does the stage 3 soften up as far as engagement/slipping ability for city driving? Can't wait to get it broke in so I can lauch!