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hotrodv · 07-05-2005, 10:34 AM

Anyone have this clutch?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...category=33730
Did u think it would be good for a sr20det with almost 280hp at flywheel?
i need some streetable and not too hard..

Why an excedy stage 3 cost only 195$ ?? is it shitty for daily drive?

thanks!

420sx · 07-05-2005, 11:39 AM

why not spec or act??? spec is euro brand. why you wanna buy some off brand shit???

Maeda · 07-05-2005, 12:56 PM

RPS forever.

Cannot go wrong with an rps.

240trainee · 07-05-2005, 01:53 PM

Where do you get this RPS clutch. I have only heard of it by word of mouth, never found out where it is sold.

max_misawa · 07-05-2005, 02:06 PM

RPS is a small company down in socal
those guys had a booth at JGTC
ask them if they have designed a clutch for drifting yet???

Max

Dousan_PG · 07-05-2005, 02:38 PM

turboclutch.com

my rps is used for drifting
had no problems at all at the event. doing2 more events this month and daily driven.

max_misawa · 07-05-2005, 07:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dousan_PG

turboclutch.com

my rps is used for drifting
had no problems at all at the event. doing2 more events this month and daily driven.

The double diaphrams from illegal garage are somewhat less expensive than RPS it looks like

Max

1121S13 · 07-05-2005, 09:17 PM

RPS MAX, holds well...
not heavy at all, for me.

ACT is getting expensive..

Dousan_PG · 07-05-2005, 09:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by max_misawa

The double diaphrams from illegal garage are somewhat less expensive than RPS it looks like

Max

which is the brand clutch you make? whatis the name brand
i was going to get it before the RPS sam from jspec said it was great, but i got such a great deal on the RPS (way below retail cost) i was very pleased.

and many of my friends use the RPS and love it (they also track their cars often), so i didnt think twice.

drftwerks · 07-05-2005, 09:37 PM

name brand is ILLEGAL GARGE

420sx · 07-05-2005, 09:42 PM

you are offering clutches that have no support in europe. that is just dumb. rps is a small company with no real support outside of Cali. its not like everyone lives in the sunshine state...

Dousan_PG · 07-05-2005, 09:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 420sx

you are offering clutches that have no support in europe. that is just dumb. rps is a small company with no real support outside of Cali. its not like everyone lives in the sunshine state...

actually RPS has great support out of california, why would you say that? what makes you say that?

sunshine state is florida, jackass

california is golden state.

420sx · 07-06-2005, 01:02 AM

ahh who cares. its fucking Nazi land, Waffen SS police forces hunt down their vicitims....and put them where sun doesnt shine haha. (ok,ok... yea whatever)

oh and support? its on the other fuckin side of the world. why not get something nextdoor?

1121S13 · 07-06-2005, 02:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 420sx

you are offering clutches that have no support in europe. that is just dumb. rps is a small company with no real support outside of Cali. its not like everyone lives in the sunshine state...

outside cali?SBC, south bend clutch..
been in business 50+ years...
amazing support in or out of cali.
ther 6puck clutch lasted longer then my full face act.

hotrodv · 07-06-2005, 02:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotrodv

Anyone have this clutch?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...category=33730
Did u think it would be good for a sr20det with almost 280hp at flywheel?
i need some streetable and not too hard..

Why an excedy stage 3 cost only 195$ ?? is it shitty for daily drive?

thanks!

Mh...someone can give me an advice for my clutch??
I'd like to try an rps but I don't live in Us and there's few shop that send here in Italy so I've take a look at gripforce on ebay, I've write some email and the guy told me that this clutch would be fine for a 280hp.. If anyone can help me..very appreciate that!

hotrodv · 07-06-2005, 03:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dousan_PG

turboclutch.com

my rps is used for drifting
had no problems at all at the event. doing2 more events this month and daily driven.

what type of rps u use? I've take a look at their web..sport series??

Dousan_PG · 07-06-2005, 04:13 AM

yo
i use a street max series, i thnk it holds up to 400some ft-lbs torque
i make like no more then 260hp? (s14 sr)

a good shop would have no problem shipping or support overseas, im sure RPS wouldnt mind at all, a customer is a customer, no matter where they live.

hotrodv · 07-06-2005, 05:06 AM

Your is for 240sx right?
http://www.turboclutch.com/max_nissa.html
in this page the 3st, for my car I think would fit the first but I'm afraid of this
"Pedal feel is stiff to very stiff and engages smooth" ...

for sr20det pressure increase is 80%, for your 55% on the sport series is 17% and able to handle 280lb torque..
thanks for help Dousan!

DoriftoSlut · 07-06-2005, 10:41 AM

I have the same clutch as dousan. Its rated to 475 ft-lbs iirc. It is not heavy, it feels SO good, not THAT hard to drive, definitely easy to get used to.

What i like about it is its still a full face disc so it allows some sort of smooth engagement on the street. This is good cause i have a lightened flywheel (you need to rev the fucker to not stall). I would DEFINITELY reccomend this clutch, plus its great for drifting (hotrodv, i know you drift your car i've seen the pics on ziptied).

If you can't get it straight from www.turboclutch.com go to www.splparts.com, Kuah is good people and if you pay for shipping, he'll send you anything you need.

go240 · 07-06-2005, 11:47 AM

exedy - i have the stage 2, no complaints

hotrodv · 07-06-2005, 11:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DoriftoSlut

I have the same clutch as dousan. Its rated to 475 ft-lbs iirc. It is not heavy, it feels SO good, not THAT hard to drive, definitely easy to get used to.

What i like about it is its still a full face disc so it allows some sort of smooth engagement on the street. This is good cause i have a lightened flywheel (you need to rev the fucker to not stall). I would DEFINITELY reccomend this clutch, plus its great for drifting (hotrodv, i know you drift your car i've seen the pics on ziptied).

If you can't get it straight from www.turboclutch.com go to www.splparts.com, Kuah is good people and if you pay for shipping, he'll send you anything you need.

Thanks all guy!!

It's fine from you..so is good on the street and not too hard? the code of your is this: MS-17538-ST ? I'm only afraid with this 80% more..
Anyone know the GRC stage 1 clutch? 298 lb/ft wouldn't be good??it's little cheaper too..
Sorry for all this question but here I can't ask to anyone, lot of ignorance here about s14..

Ot, how I can do the registration on ziptied!!! I've try but not understand..damn english!!

Dousan_PG · 07-06-2005, 11:57 AM

i think your in, that last updatew/ pics was the kicker, should get info soon. your english is a-ok buddy, dont worry.

hotrodv · 07-06-2005, 12:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dousan_PG

i think your in, that last updatew/ pics was the kicker, should get info soon. your english is a-ok buddy, dont worry.

I've other good pics find on some italian website from a track day!!
and coming next a kaaz 2way wow!!

DoriftoSlut · 07-06-2005, 12:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotrodv

Thanks all guy!!

It's fine from you..so is good on the street and not too hard? the code of your is this: MS-17538-ST ? I'm only afraid with this 80% more..

Ot, how I can do the registration on ziptied!!! I've try but not understand..damn english!!

Yeah that's the one i have: MS-17538-ST.

It will be awesome for you, trust me. Yeah i drive it on the street. I like it MORE than driving the wussy-ass stock clutch.

Here: Better prices and one-stop shopping. http://www.splparts.com/Parts/Silvia...ny/default.asp

Scroll down until you see this:
RPS max series clutch uses a stiff (+80% for SR, +50% for KA) pressure plate, with street organic disc (rated 475ft-lbs for SR, 400ft-lbs for KA)

THat's the one you want, i dunno if they list they RPS part number by it, just so you know what one it is, its the RPS MAX Street series. Capable of 475 ft/lbs. Cost from SPL Parts is $350.

While you are browsing SPL, you shoudl get the braided stainless clutch slave line, 1 single speed bleeder, and the upgraded stronger clutch pivot bolt. And you have a dealership over there that can get you new throw-out bearing? Or just re-use yours if its in really good condition like mine.

p.s. about ziptied... i there are acceptance emails sent only once a week. I moderate the rest of the forums, i don't want to be burdened with sending out the emails and shit, i dunno who does that, but you should get something soon.

morpheus8486 · 07-06-2005, 12:09 PM

You could always try bolting up a bigger fly wheel from the truck KA's and using a 280zx clutch with it. I think its 15mm larger in diameter. I read it on ka-t.com. The guy was using that set up under 10 or so pounds of boost and it didn't slip. He said he got it all for like $150 from a car parts store.

DoriftoSlut · 07-06-2005, 12:12 PM

He's got an S14 with SR in it, mate... Only the bloody USA got the KrAp24DE bullshit.

morpheus8486 · 07-06-2005, 12:20 PM

Shit, my bad. I need to learn how to read. Sorry for the useless post.

hotrodv · 07-06-2005, 12:22 PM

[QUOTE=DoriftoSlut]
While you are browsing SPL, you shoudl get the braided stainless clutch slave line, 1 single speed bleeder, and the upgraded stronger clutch pivot bolt. And you have a dealership over there that can get you new throw-out bearing? Or just re-use yours if its in really good condition like mine.
QUOTE]

With the clutch isn't included anything? damn It's hard understand that parts in english..
Read that excedy have alignement tool, release bearing and pilot bearing..
also rps have it?

DoriftoSlut · 07-06-2005, 12:29 PM

I had an Exedy before my RPS. I think they all come with alignment tools, but mine didn't have any bearings in it. Usually kits will only come with the clutch disk, the pressure plate, and an alignment tool. I've always had to buy the bearings seperately. I bought a brand new throw out bearing before i put the Exedy on and it was in real good condition and didn't make any noise or have any play, so i re-used it on this RPS clutch. No problems.

As for those other parts i suggested getting, the line is only $12 and the bleeder only $7, and they are worth it, might as well pick them up. the pivot is $25 but if you do a lot of clutch kicks and stuff, this is a pretty good investment, just added durability for a saftey measure.

hotrodv · 07-07-2005, 12:48 PM

Next week I'll take a decision! GrC or rps..
Thanx all guys!!

07-05-2005, 10:34 AM	#1
hotrodv Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Modena , Italy Age: 44 Posts: 489 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Clutch advise Anyone have this clutch? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...category=33730 Did u think it would be good for a sr20det with almost 280hp at flywheel? i need some streetable and not too hard.. Why an excedy stage 3 cost only 195$ ?? is it shitty for daily drive? thanks!

07-05-2005, 11:39 AM	#2
420sx Post Whore! Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Texas Age: 38 Posts: 3,960 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: 420sx Feedback Score: 0 reviews	why not spec or act??? spec is euro brand. why you wanna buy some off brand shit??? __________________ hydropgrahics! ls1......

07-05-2005, 12:56 PM	#3
Maeda Nissanaholic! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Camp Snake Bite, CA RIP Posts: 2,356 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: Maeda Feedback Score: 0 reviews	RPS forever. Cannot go wrong with an rps. __________________

07-05-2005, 01:53 PM	#4
240trainee Post Whore! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Richmond, VA Age: 34 Posts: 3,861 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Where do you get this RPS clutch. I have only heard of it by word of mouth, never found out where it is sold. __________________ Team Pterodactyl SHARK ATTACK!!! LookoutDrift

07-05-2005, 02:38 PM	#6
Dousan_PG Post Whore! Join Date: May 2002 Location: Orange County, California Age: 42 Posts: 16,640 Trader Rating: (23) Rides Gallery: Dousan_PG Feedback Score: 23 reviews	turboclutch.com my rps is used for drifting had no problems at all at the event. doing2 more events this month and daily driven. __________________ Aaron Pink GodziRa www.geocities.com/pink_godzira

07-05-2005, 02:06 PM	#5
max_misawa Zilvia Member Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 265 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	RPS is a small company down in socal those guys had a booth at JGTC ask them if they have designed a clutch for drifting yet??? Max

07-05-2005, 09:17 PM	#8
1121S13 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: So KALI! Posts: 714 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	RPS MAX, holds well... not heavy at all, for me. ACT is getting expensive..

07-05-2005, 09:37 PM	#10
drftwerks Nissanaholic! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: california Posts: 2,343 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	name brand is ILLEGAL GARGE __________________ giantroboteyes.wordpress.com/

07-05-2005, 09:42 PM	#11
420sx Post Whore! Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Texas Age: 38 Posts: 3,960 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: 420sx Feedback Score: 0 reviews	you are offering clutches that have no support in europe. that is just dumb. rps is a small company with no real support outside of Cali. its not like everyone lives in the sunshine state... __________________ hydropgrahics! ls1......

07-06-2005, 01:02 AM	#13
420sx Post Whore! Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Texas Age: 38 Posts: 3,960 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: 420sx Feedback Score: 0 reviews	ahh who cares. its fucking Nazi land, Waffen SS police forces hunt down their vicitims....and put them where sun doesnt shine haha. (ok,ok... yea whatever) oh and support? its on the other fuckin side of the world. why not get something nextdoor? __________________ hydropgrahics! ls1......

07-06-2005, 04:13 AM	#17
Dousan_PG Post Whore! Join Date: May 2002 Location: Orange County, California Age: 42 Posts: 16,640 Trader Rating: (23) Rides Gallery: Dousan_PG Feedback Score: 23 reviews	yo i use a street max series, i thnk it holds up to 400some ft-lbs torque i make like no more then 260hp? (s14 sr) a good shop would have no problem shipping or support overseas, im sure RPS wouldnt mind at all, a customer is a customer, no matter where they live. __________________ Aaron Pink GodziRa www.geocities.com/pink_godzira

07-06-2005, 05:06 AM	#18
hotrodv Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Modena , Italy Age: 44 Posts: 489 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Your is for 240sx right? http://www.turboclutch.com/max_nissa.html in this page the 3st, for my car I think would fit the first but I'm afraid of this "Pedal feel is stiff to very stiff and engages smooth" ... for sr20det pressure increase is 80%, for your 55% on the sport series is 17% and able to handle 280lb torque.. thanks for help Dousan!

07-06-2005, 10:41 AM	#19
DoriftoSlut Nissanaholic! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: SoCal and Hawaii Age: 37 Posts: 1,986 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I have the same clutch as dousan. Its rated to 475 ft-lbs iirc. It is not heavy, it feels SO good, not THAT hard to drive, definitely easy to get used to. What i like about it is its still a full face disc so it allows some sort of smooth engagement on the street. This is good cause i have a lightened flywheel (you need to rev the fucker to not stall). I would DEFINITELY reccomend this clutch, plus its great for drifting (hotrodv, i know you drift your car i've seen the pics on ziptied). If you can't get it straight from www.turboclutch.com go to www.splparts.com, Kuah is good people and if you pay for shipping, he'll send you anything you need. __________________ Death Before Dishonor. www.pinkgodzira.com www.driftalliance.com

07-06-2005, 11:47 AM	#20
go240 Zilvia Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: minnesota Age: 36 Posts: 261 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	exedy - i have the stage 2, no complaints

07-06-2005, 11:57 AM	#22
Dousan_PG Post Whore! Join Date: May 2002 Location: Orange County, California Age: 42 Posts: 16,640 Trader Rating: (23) Rides Gallery: Dousan_PG Feedback Score: 23 reviews	i think your in, that last updatew/ pics was the kicker, should get info soon. your english is a-ok buddy, dont worry. __________________ Aaron Pink GodziRa www.geocities.com/pink_godzira

07-06-2005, 12:09 PM	#25
morpheus8486 Zilvia Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: ND Age: 34 Posts: 274 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	You could always try bolting up a bigger fly wheel from the truck KA's and using a 280zx clutch with it. I think its 15mm larger in diameter. I read it on ka-t.com. The guy was using that set up under 10 or so pounds of boost and it didn't slip. He said he got it all for like $150 from a car parts store. __________________ '91 240sx Fastback SuperHicas My Car Domain Page

07-06-2005, 12:12 PM	#26
DoriftoSlut Nissanaholic! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: SoCal and Hawaii Age: 37 Posts: 1,986 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	He's got an S14 with SR in it, mate... Only the bloody USA got the KrAp24DE bullshit. __________________ Death Before Dishonor. www.pinkgodzira.com www.driftalliance.com

07-06-2005, 12:20 PM	#27
morpheus8486 Zilvia Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: ND Age: 34 Posts: 274 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Shit, my bad. I need to learn how to read. Sorry for the useless post. __________________ '91 240sx Fastback SuperHicas My Car Domain Page

07-06-2005, 12:22 PM	#28
hotrodv Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Modena , Italy Age: 44 Posts: 489 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	[QUOTE=DoriftoSlut] While you are browsing SPL, you shoudl get the braided stainless clutch slave line, 1 single speed bleeder, and the upgraded stronger clutch pivot bolt. And you have a dealership over there that can get you new throw-out bearing? Or just re-use yours if its in really good condition like mine. QUOTE] With the clutch isn't included anything? damn It's hard understand that parts in english.. Read that excedy have alignement tool, release bearing and pilot bearing.. also rps have it?

07-06-2005, 12:29 PM	#29
DoriftoSlut Nissanaholic! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: SoCal and Hawaii Age: 37 Posts: 1,986 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I had an Exedy before my RPS. I think they all come with alignment tools, but mine didn't have any bearings in it. Usually kits will only come with the clutch disk, the pressure plate, and an alignment tool. I've always had to buy the bearings seperately. I bought a brand new throw out bearing before i put the Exedy on and it was in real good condition and didn't make any noise or have any play, so i re-used it on this RPS clutch. No problems. As for those other parts i suggested getting, the line is only $12 and the bleeder only $7, and they are worth it, might as well pick them up. the pivot is $25 but if you do a lot of clutch kicks and stuff, this is a pretty good investment, just added durability for a saftey measure. __________________ Death Before Dishonor. www.pinkgodzira.com www.driftalliance.com

07-07-2005, 12:48 PM	#30
hotrodv Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Modena , Italy Age: 44 Posts: 489 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Next week I'll take a decision! GrC or rps.. Thanx all guys!!

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