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Clutch time: SPEC Stg. 2/3 vs. AWE Stg.3

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Old 07-30-2003, 06:04 AM
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Default Clutch time: SPEC Stg. 2/3 vs. AWE Stg.3

Any thoughts from the powers that be or any individuals who are running either clutch. The only thing is that I will be running either clutch on a resurfaced OEM flywheel. TIA!

SPEC Stg.2: High clamp pressure plate, segmented chatter-free Kevlar disc, bearings and tool. Rated at 420ftlbs
<img src="http://www.speclutches.com/img/stage2.gif">

SPEC Stg.3: High-clamp pressure plate, 3-piece disc with carbon or ceramic material, bearings and a tool. ULTIMATE STREET/STRIP CLUTCH!
Sharp but smooth engagement with light pedal. Rated at 550ftlbs
<img src="http://www.speclutches.com/img/stage3.gif">

AWE Stg.3: Rated over 450hp/500ftlbs
<img src="http://www.awe-tuning.com/media/products/awe/S4stage2_clutch_nofw.jpg">
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Spec 2's more stock feeling compared to a 4 or 6 puck.
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But could it really hold enough power to run a K04 kit?
Old 07-30-2003, 06:23 AM
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Default Get Staley's Stage III kevlar clutch...

...easily enough clamping force for any "normal" K04 kit (although those going for 500hp could probably wear it out). I love mine so far with my K04's. I should see 50,000+ miles out of this kevlar clutch, which is good enough for me, and better than any ceramic is going to last.<ul><li><a href="http://www.aprhouston.com/products.htm#clutch">http://www.aprhouston.com/products.htm#clutch</a</li></ul>
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Default yes.... I love mine so far.....

the SPEC stage II kevlar clutch has quite a bit more clamping force than the RS4 (which many K04 kits seem to be ok with) and the torque ratings you quoted are supposedly wheel numbers not crank. So far, mine's been great... highly recommended :-)
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SPEC Stg2 is my suggestion. Call me for the real scoop.
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Jason, didn't hear form you late yesterday. I assume mine is on it's way?
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Default You didn't seem real happy to hear from me y-day

you sure you want me to call? ;-)
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Are you &amp; the car at home today/tomorrow? If so, e-mail me please
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