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Matej · 12-13-2009, 02:39 AM

The clutch/pressure plate I bought is just an OEM replacement Exedy. Hopefully I do not have to worry about that as well.

z3nk-3 · 12-14-2009, 01:27 AM

good luck man

Dream240 · 12-14-2009, 08:25 AM

Based on my experiences, there are two versions.

The ebay sellers have products that will work when used under regular conditions. Push these components too hard....and something will break prematurely. So don't be surprised if you buy a $100 clutch kit and it fails doing burnouts.

The other version is buying more expensive name brand stuff, like Exedy Racing, ACT, SPEC, Fidanza, etc. These items are going to cost you more, but you will be able to abuse them with better results.

For every 'cheap' drivetrain component I've purchased over the years, I've had to re-purchase a better brand once the cheap part started failing after only a year or so.

Bottom line, don't be surprised when you get what you pay for.

z3nk-3 · 12-15-2009, 11:16 PM

Very true, same experience you do get what you pay for.

gsracer · 12-17-2009, 12:01 PM

i have the xtd series 1 flywheel on the v8, for about 3-4 years now, its just fine, coincidently its the only ebay purchased part on my car. Now my quality 450 dollar act clutch broke a diaphragm within 2k miles.

fckillerbee · 12-17-2009, 02:55 PM

F1 racing in brea.
I bought the "stage 4" clutch, flywheel, and pressure plate. I drive a stock ka24de. I murder my car at the track (plenty of people can vouch) and I daily drive it. I think I have put well over 5,000 miles on it as well a couple amature competitions. The clutch is fine for daily (yes stiffer than stock) and works well while driving. I have not had any complaints. Also John Chow in his FC3S has his in...and he's got about 300 hp on his "stage 2" that he has had for about 2 years now. His is only a track car. No problems.

jinesz32 · 12-17-2009, 03:10 PM

ive had a fidanza flywheel for over a year now with no issues. lots of hard driving and it still holds up strong.

NiSilS14 · 12-17-2009, 03:19 PM

I have never heard of a fidanza blowing up, but I guess every village has it's idiot too. I've had mine since 2003, It's seen 2 clutches and numberous amount of R&I's. I think it goes without mentioning that I beat on it like it owes money too. The XTD flywheel is sfi approved, if that's make a difference.

Dream240 · 12-17-2009, 03:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NiSilS14

The XTD flywheel is sfi approved, if that's make a difference.

so.... SFI = Standard For Idiots?

works for me.

guitaraholic · 12-17-2009, 03:39 PM

Call me crazy, but I am weary about putting something that weighs +25lbs, spins at over 7000rpms, and is shaped like a saw blade less than a foot away from your legs. There are people out there that have lost their feet, or at least are hobbiling on canes because a clutch or flywheel blew up on them.

Gripmasters has an ACT flywheel for $265, that's only $100 more for piece of mind vs XTD, F1, ect, ect.

NiSilS14 · 12-17-2009, 03:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dream240

so.... SFI = Standard For Idiots?

works for me.

SFI Web Site

:shrugs: works for me too.

Dream240 · 12-18-2009, 03:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NiSilS14

SFI Web Site

:shrugs: works for me too.

I was actually just joking. I didn't know it was related to SEMA until just now.

Thanks for the link!

***S14DB*** · 12-18-2009, 07:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NiSilS14

The XTD flywheel is sfi approved, if that's make a difference.

It is???
Main
I don't see it.

NiSilS14 · 12-21-2009, 12:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by S14DB

It is???
Main
I don't see it.

after doing some research, the main manufacturer is autocom inc. Which is apparently on there.

"clutch components are supplied by the most high quality manufacturers around the world such
as Asco, Daikin (Exedy America), Luk, Sachs, Valeo, and Seco"

Interesting...

here's a website for that excerpt. http://www.autocominc.com/index.html

***S14DB*** · 12-21-2009, 02:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NiSilS14

after doing some research, the main manufacturer is autocom inc. Which is apparently on there.

"clutch components are supplied by the most high quality manufacturers around the world such
as Asco, Daikin (Exedy America), Luk, Sachs, Valeo, and Seco"

Interesting...

here's a website for that excerpt. Home

SO, it sounds like they take stock stuff and repaint it?

XTD Clutch scam! - SupraMania

NiSilS14 · 12-21-2009, 03:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by S14DB

SO, it sounds like they take stock stuff and repaint it?

XTD Clutch scam! - SupraMania

I wouldn't doubt it. I only would buy xtd clutches to throw at people, and that'll prob get expensive. Meaning I'll never buy one.

Edit: Digging into some more, apparently XTD clutches are manfactured from seco clutches. Looks like they make oem replacement clutches. lol...

S13 curtis · 12-21-2009, 04:19 AM

Its hit or miss but some generic parts are blessed.

Dream240 · 12-21-2009, 08:09 AM

I know we're going off topic and onto clutches so...

I bought an F1 "stage 1 racing" clutch kit when I did my first 5-speed swap a while back. I must say....piece of crap!

It rattled in the housing, started slipping after only about 3000 miles, and I did do the proper break in period. Plus I was running it on a stock KA with a Fidanza flywheel and intake, that's it!

Since then I go with Exedy parts only. I'm running an OEM Exedy clutch right now with my Fidanza, Aluminum shaft & pulley, I-H-E, and my clutch grabs quick with every shift. And what's funny is, the exedy was actually cheaper!

Bottom line is just stick to reputable companies when it comes to rotating parts, it's just easier on your wallet and your car.

12-14-2009, 08:25 AM	#33
Dream240 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Inland Empire, California Age: 42 Posts: 2,188 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	Based on my experiences, there are two versions. The ebay sellers have products that will work when used under regular conditions. Push these components too hard....and something will break prematurely. So don't be surprised if you buy a $100 clutch kit and it fails doing burnouts. The other version is buying more expensive name brand stuff, like Exedy Racing, ACT, SPEC, Fidanza, etc. These items are going to cost you more, but you will be able to abuse them with better results. For every 'cheap' drivetrain component I've purchased over the years, I've had to re-purchase a better brand once the cheap part started failing after only a year or so. Bottom line, don't be surprised when you get what you pay for. __________________ Don't mess with my monkey...he's loaded.

12-17-2009, 12:01 PM	#35
gsracer Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Miami Age: 37 Posts: 1,579 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	i have the xtd series 1 flywheel on the v8, for about 3-4 years now, its just fine, coincidently its the only ebay purchased part on my car. Now my quality 450 dollar act clutch broke a diaphragm within 2k miles. __________________ ANTI-STRETCH NAZI Vortech Supercharged Vh45de S14 V8nissans.com

12-21-2009, 08:09 AM	#48
Dream240 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Inland Empire, California Age: 42 Posts: 2,188 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	I know we're going off topic and onto clutches so... I bought an F1 "stage 1 racing" clutch kit when I did my first 5-speed swap a while back. I must say....piece of crap! It rattled in the housing, started slipping after only about 3000 miles, and I did do the proper break in period. Plus I was running it on a stock KA with a Fidanza flywheel and intake, that's it! Since then I go with Exedy parts only. I'm running an OEM Exedy clutch right now with my Fidanza, Aluminum shaft & pulley, I-H-E, and my clutch grabs quick with every shift. And what's funny is, the exedy was actually cheaper! Bottom line is just stick to reputable companies when it comes to rotating parts, it's just easier on your wallet and your car. __________________ Don't mess with my monkey...he's loaded.

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12-13-2009, 02:39 AM	#31
Matej Post Whore! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: N/A Posts: 9,423 Trader Rating: (39) Feedback Score: 39 reviews	The clutch/pressure plate I bought is just an OEM replacement Exedy. Hopefully I do not have to worry about that as well.

12-14-2009, 01:27 AM	#32
z3nk-3 Zilvia Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: San Bernardino Posts: 237 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	good luck man

12-15-2009, 11:16 PM	#34
z3nk-3 Zilvia Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: San Bernardino Posts: 237 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Very true, same experience you do get what you pay for.

12-17-2009, 02:55 PM	#36
fckillerbee Post Whore! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Southern California Age: 36 Posts: 4,266 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	F1 racing in brea. I bought the "stage 4" clutch, flywheel, and pressure plate. I drive a stock ka24de. I murder my car at the track (plenty of people can vouch) and I daily drive it. I think I have put well over 5,000 miles on it as well a couple amature competitions. The clutch is fine for daily (yes stiffer than stock) and works well while driving. I have not had any complaints. Also John Chow in his FC3S has his in...and he's got about 300 hp on his "stage 2" that he has had for about 2 years now. His is only a track car. No problems.

12-17-2009, 03:10 PM	#37
jinesz32 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: SOCAL Age: 31 Posts: 1,074 Trader Rating: (10) Feedback Score: 10 reviews	ive had a fidanza flywheel for over a year now with no issues. lots of hard driving and it still holds up strong.

12-17-2009, 03:19 PM	#38
NiSilS14 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 562 Trader Rating: (20) Feedback Score: 20 reviews	I have never heard of a fidanza blowing up, but I guess every village has it's idiot too. I've had mine since 2003, It's seen 2 clutches and numberous amount of R&I's. I think it goes without mentioning that I beat on it like it owes money too. The XTD flywheel is sfi approved, if that's make a difference.

12-17-2009, 03:39 PM	#40
guitaraholic Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Spanish Fort, AL Posts: 428 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Call me crazy, but I am weary about putting something that weighs +25lbs, spins at over 7000rpms, and is shaped like a saw blade less than a foot away from your legs. There are people out there that have lost their feet, or at least are hobbiling on canes because a clutch or flywheel blew up on them. Gripmasters has an ACT flywheel for $265, that's only $100 more for piece of mind vs XTD, F1, ect, ect.

12-21-2009, 04:19 AM	#47
S13 curtis Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Orlando,FL Age: 30 Posts: 651 Trader Rating: (13) Feedback Score: 13 reviews	Its hit or miss but some generic parts are blessed.