clutch difference?

[mightyaccord]

whats the difference between a stage 1 clutch and a stage 2 clutch?

[g22accordman]

easy

the difference is the material they use to make the clutch, obviously stage 2 is made for more power to be transplanted via clutch. Although a stage one and a stage 2 could be made of the same material one would have to be reinforced by another material or a different clutch pattern, puck..etc.. to be stronger.. If you research clutches on any site, clutchmaster, fidanza..etc. they will tell you the difference between there specific clutch formations and how that translates into more holding power..hope this helps

[mightyaccord]

lol somewhat...thanx ne wayz

[deevergote]

Stage 2 grabs harder than Stage 1. It will also probably wear itself, the flywheel, and the pressure plate faster. g22accordman's info is pretty much correct regarding the material.


Different brands differ. I have an XTD Stage 3 clutch myself, and a Clutchmasters Stage 1 probably grips harder. Don't EVER assume that one "Stage 2" clutch is the same as the next brand's "Stage 2". They're simply levels within a certain brand's lineup.

Hint: Stay away from XTD.

Also, ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS use an OEM throwout bearing. Never use the garbage they give you with the clutch. Even the good brands. Get one from Honda. Sell the garbage one on ebay to some unsuspecting schmuck.

[elvisadams]

Stage 2 grabs harder than Stage 1. It will also probably wear itself, the flywheel, and the pressure plate faster. g22accordman's info is pretty much correct regarding the material.


Different brands differ. I have an XTD Stage 3 clutch myself, and a Clutchmasters Stage 1 probably grips harder. Don't EVER assume that one "Stage 2" clutch is the same as the next brand's "Stage 2". They're simply levels within a certain brand's lineup.

Hint: Stay away from XTD.

Also, ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS use an OEM throwout bearing. Never use the garbage they give you with the clutch. Even the good brands. Get one from Honda. Sell the garbage one on ebay to some unsuspecting schmuck.

i agree! stock ones are better, the other ones make noise and after a few hard shifts they give out!