JWT clutch is just too damn good... unfortunately...

Seb@SZ · 08-08-2010, 02:33 AM

We're going to be releasing our new flywheel and clutches along with the upgraded bearing and sleeve for CSC next week!

LateralG'z · 08-08-2010, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Seb@SZ

We're going to be releasing our new flywheel and clutches along with the upgraded bearing and sleeve for CSC next week!

Pics Please! I might be ordering one asap

KillerBee370 · 08-08-2010, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by LateralG'z

Pics Please! I might be ordering one asap

+1

Seb@SZ · 08-08-2010, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by LateralG'z

Pics Please! I might be ordering one asap

I'll have pics Monday\Tuesday.

blackbird · 08-08-2010, 12:26 PM

and prices

LateralG'z · 08-08-2010, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by blackbird

and prices

Zat_Zuma · 08-08-2010, 12:55 PM

It's been 1200 miles and not one problem with Southbend's clutch/flywheel/pressure plate combo. I'm using a stock CSC with a bearing cover that works perfectly with the Southbend's offering.
370Z VHR South Bend DXD Clutch Kits for stock CSC

I'm using a Stage 4 clutch with the billet flywheel and it's performance has been flawless. I believe RCZ is also using this clutch/pressure plate combo with a lightened flywheel and has great success with a SC.

Unfortunately, Joe is not a vendor on here and not many people realize that 370Z owners have this option. He has also developed a all metal CSC that is in testing mode and should be available sometime next year.

Tell him where you heard it from and you may get a discount

LateralG'z · 08-08-2010, 03:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zat_Zuma

It's been 1200 miles and not one problem with Southbend's clutch/flywheel/pressure plate combo. I'm using a stock CSC with a bearing cover that works perfectly with the Southbend's offering.
370Z VHR South Bend DXD Clutch Kits for stock CSC

I'm using a Stage 4 clutch with the billet flywheel and it's performance has been flawless. I believe RCZ is also using this clutch/pressure plate combo with a lightened flywheel and has great success with a SC.

Unfortunately, Joe is not a vendor on here and not many people realize that 370Z owners have this option. He has also developed a all metal CSC that is in testing mode and should be available sometime next year.

Tell him where you heard it from and you may get a discount

please post a link!

LateralG'z · 08-08-2010, 03:11 PM

retrack the linked order. first time I tried internet link had a fail

LateralG'z · 08-08-2010, 03:14 PM

I think i am gonna order this

KillerBee370 · 08-08-2010, 10:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zat_Zuma

It's been 1200 miles and not one problem with Southbend's clutch/flywheel/pressure plate combo. I'm using a stock CSC with a bearing cover that works perfectly with the Southbend's offering.
370Z VHR South Bend DXD Clutch Kits for stock CSC

I'm using a Stage 4 clutch with the billet flywheel and it's performance has been flawless. I believe RCZ is also using this clutch/pressure plate combo with a lightened flywheel and has great success with a SC.

Unfortunately, Joe is not a vendor on here and not many people realize that 370Z owners have this option. He has also developed a all metal CSC that is in testing mode and should be available sometime next year.

Tell him where you heard it from and you may get a discount

1200 miles? Brother, I had like 10,000 miles on my JWT combo + 2 track days. It's not a question of that particular setup not working. In fact, as per my first post, it worked flawlessly. It's not so much a matter of if but when the CSC decides to give.

That said, I'm sure your flywheel/clutch combo is a good one but that was never really the issue to begin with as it turns out.

Zat_Zuma · 08-09-2010, 09:51 AM

I understand that the CSC failed on your setup with the JWT combo. I actually have one that I choose not to install and when I measured the stock CSC fitment on the JWT pressure plate I was appalled that anyone would install or recommend this pressure plate with the stock CSC. The fitment was that bad. It was obvious that it would fail, it was just a matter of when. I'm surprised that it lasted 10K miles. I had all sort of problems with my 07 350Z when I installed the JWT combo and at least now I understand why. I would recommend the bearing sleeve be installed with the JWT clutch combo as the alignment is much better.

This is why when the CSC bearing sleeve became available for the stock CSC, I checked into it and learned all sort of things. The more I researched, the more I realized the JWT combo was not for me. It was nice to actually find a company that researched and recommended a clutch setup for our cars that actually had real world testing behind it.

That being said, I do know that the stock CSC with the bearing sleeve may not be the final answer but at least it gives the stock CSC a fighting chance with proper alignment and spacing with the pressure plate fingers.
It will probably take years for me to find out as I only put around 5K miles per year on my car. By the time the CSC needs to be replaced, I'm hoping that a better replacement will be available.

IMWEZL · 08-09-2010, 01:00 PM

I don't have a Southbend clutch on my Z but I used to run one on my (don't laugh) SRT4. It was a Southbend Stage 5 with an Steel Flywheel and it handled more than 10K miles of 448whp and 494lbs tq. Never had a problem while autocrossing either...of course I dialed the boost way back. Clutch never let up on multiple 11.8xx passes at 120+mph.

I just wanted to add a little input on the SBC and say they are really great.

LateralG'z · 08-10-2010, 01:20 AM

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Originally Posted by IMWEZL

I don't have a Southbend clutch on my Z but I used to run one on my (don't laugh) SRT4. It was a Southbend Stage 5 with an Steel Flywheel and it handled more than 10K miles of 448whp and 494lbs tq. Never had a problem while autocrossing either...of course I dialed the boost way back. Clutch never let up on multiple 11.8xx passes at 120+mph.

I just wanted to add a little input on the SBC and say they are really great.

Thanks for added + to the clutch, I plan to order one next month

LateralG'z · 08-10-2010, 01:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Seb@SZ

I'll have pics Monday\Tuesday.

It's Tuesday, where are my pics?

08-08-2010, 02:33 AM	#61 (permalink)
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Zat_Zuma A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Edmonton, Alberta ...eh Posts: 1,171 Drives: 2017 Touring auto Rep Power: 19	It's been 1200 miles and not one problem with Southbend's clutch/flywheel/pressure plate combo. I'm using a stock CSC with a bearing cover that works perfectly with the Southbend's offering. 370Z VHR South Bend DXD Clutch Kits for stock CSC I'm using a Stage 4 clutch with the billet flywheel and it's performance has been flawless. I believe RCZ is also using this clutch/pressure plate combo with a lightened flywheel and has great success with a SC. Unfortunately, Joe is not a vendor on here and not many people realize that 370Z owners have this option. He has also developed a all metal CSC that is in testing mode and should be available sometime next year. Tell him where you heard it from and you may get a discount __________________ [B]2009 & 2017 370Z Touring Sport Autos SOLD

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08-09-2010, 09:51 AM	#72 (permalink)
Zat_Zuma A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Edmonton, Alberta ...eh Posts: 1,171 Drives: 2017 Touring auto Rep Power: 19	I understand that the CSC failed on your setup with the JWT combo. I actually have one that I choose not to install and when I measured the stock CSC fitment on the JWT pressure plate I was appalled that anyone would install or recommend this pressure plate with the stock CSC. The fitment was that bad. It was obvious that it would fail, it was just a matter of when. I'm surprised that it lasted 10K miles. I had all sort of problems with my 07 350Z when I installed the JWT combo and at least now I understand why. I would recommend the bearing sleeve be installed with the JWT clutch combo as the alignment is much better. This is why when the CSC bearing sleeve became available for the stock CSC, I checked into it and learned all sort of things. The more I researched, the more I realized the JWT combo was not for me. It was nice to actually find a company that researched and recommended a clutch setup for our cars that actually had real world testing behind it. That being said, I do know that the stock CSC with the bearing sleeve may not be the final answer but at least it gives the stock CSC a fighting chance with proper alignment and spacing with the pressure plate fingers. It will probably take years for me to find out as I only put around 5K miles per year on my car. By the time the CSC needs to be replaced, I'm hoping that a better replacement will be available. __________________ [B]2009 & 2017 370Z Touring Sport Autos SOLD

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blackbird Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Nashua NH Posts: 179 Drives: 09 370Z BLk GTM TT Rep Power: 16	and prices

08-09-2010, 01:00 PM	#73 (permalink)
IMWEZL Track Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: HNL Posts: 603 Drives: 370Z/MKVII GTI Rep Power: 17	I don't have a Southbend clutch on my Z but I used to run one on my (don't laugh) SRT4. It was a Southbend Stage 5 with an Steel Flywheel and it handled more than 10K miles of 448whp and 494lbs tq. Never had a problem while autocrossing either...of course I dialed the boost way back. Clutch never let up on multiple 11.8xx passes at 120+mph. I just wanted to add a little input on the SBC and say they are really great.

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