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Cubantunr · 07-28-2012, 02:18 PM

Ok so here's the deal I have an Sr20det redtop rwd s13 and a stage 3 spec sprung clutch. I dont want the sprung clutch I prefer unsprung but cannot find any vendors that sell spec clutch disks separately.. I found an ACT 6 puck unsprung disk and it looks about the same just wondering if you could mix match why or why not. And if there's any other recommended clutch disks lmk

R@ddy · 07-28-2012, 02:28 PM

Personally, I don't see why you want something unsprung unless its just a track car. You should be alright mixing and matching discs/PP as long as they are the same size (240mm)

Cubantunr · 07-28-2012, 02:33 PM

I've read reviews and people have told me about the springs shooting out. And on my 500hp Sr I wouldn't want to risk it :/
Also is it the pp or clutch that determines torque rating.. sorry kinda a noob still at clutches.

bussitcustoms · 07-28-2012, 02:43 PM

An unsprung clutch on an sr with 500hp will break the trans in 2 weeks, tops. If you insist on using that transmission, use a sprung clutch. SR transmissions are glass as it is... The unsprung clutches just add to that problem.

bussitcustoms · 07-28-2012, 02:45 PM

Your money would be better spent on a z33 transmission kit. With that, you could run an unsprung clutch without risking damage to the trans

Cubantunr · 07-28-2012, 02:57 PM

I already have the complete mazworx Sr to vg kit with one piece upgraded 3 inch steel driveshaft

I guess I just want a good replacement clutch because im afraid of the spring not holding up. And Idk if ACT will do the trick. disk is fairly new.

!Zar! · 07-28-2012, 03:08 PM

Just get a twin plate clutch if you're so worried about holding power.

Cubantunr · 07-28-2012, 03:28 PM

If only I had the money. From the looks of it ill either just get an act 6puck disc or sell it all and get the act kit. Thanks for input guys.

UNITEDMASTER · 07-31-2012, 08:03 PM

yes you can mix & match. Discs are discs. As long as dia. is the same & spline count is. for SR.

Clutch net got them discs for cheap!!!

TheWolf · 07-31-2012, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cubantunr

I've read reviews and people have told me about the springs shooting out. And on my 500hp Sr I wouldn't want to risk it :/
Also is it the pp or clutch that determines torque rating.. sorry kinda a noob still at clutches.

To answer your question

Both pieces do. The amount of friction the material on the disc generates along with how hard it's pressed onto the flywheel by the pressure plate. Those give you the clutches hp rating. Sprung clutches are for street driving. Unsprung are for track/drifting. Compromise is key

07-28-2012, 02:18 PM	#1
Cubantunr Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Iowa Posts: 433 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	Mixing clutches and pressure plates..help Ok so here's the deal I have an Sr20det redtop rwd s13 and a stage 3 spec sprung clutch. I dont want the sprung clutch I prefer unsprung but cannot find any vendors that sell spec clutch disks separately.. I found an ACT 6 puck unsprung disk and it looks about the same just wondering if you could mix match why or why not. And if there's any other recommended clutch disks lmk

07-28-2012, 03:08 PM	#7
!Zar! Post Whore! Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: North Korea Posts: 14,579 Trader Rating: (27) Feedback Score: 27 reviews	Just get a twin plate clutch if you're so worried about holding power. __________________

07-31-2012, 08:03 PM	#9
UNITEDMASTER Nissanaholic! Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Anaheim Posts: 1,626 Trader Rating: (10) Feedback Score: 10 reviews	yes you can mix & match. Discs are discs. As long as dia. is the same & spline count is. for SR. Clutch net got them discs for cheap!!! __________________ MR JACKSON.

07-28-2012, 02:28 PM	#2
R@ddy Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: SoCal Age: 35 Posts: 1,632 Trader Rating: (32) Feedback Score: 32 reviews	Personally, I don't see why you want something unsprung unless its just a track car. You should be alright mixing and matching discs/PP as long as they are the same size (240mm)

07-28-2012, 02:33 PM	#3
Cubantunr Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Iowa Posts: 433 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	I've read reviews and people have told me about the springs shooting out. And on my 500hp Sr I wouldn't want to risk it :/ Also is it the pp or clutch that determines torque rating.. sorry kinda a noob still at clutches.

07-28-2012, 02:43 PM	#4
bussitcustoms Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: philly pa Posts: 409 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	An unsprung clutch on an sr with 500hp will break the trans in 2 weeks, tops. If you insist on using that transmission, use a sprung clutch. SR transmissions are glass as it is... The unsprung clutches just add to that problem.

07-28-2012, 02:45 PM	#5
bussitcustoms Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: philly pa Posts: 409 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	Your money would be better spent on a z33 transmission kit. With that, you could run an unsprung clutch without risking damage to the trans

07-28-2012, 02:57 PM	#6
Cubantunr Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Iowa Posts: 433 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	I already have the complete mazworx Sr to vg kit with one piece upgraded 3 inch steel driveshaft I guess I just want a good replacement clutch because im afraid of the spring not holding up. And Idk if ACT will do the trick. disk is fairly new.

07-28-2012, 03:28 PM	#8
Cubantunr Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Iowa Posts: 433 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	If only I had the money. From the looks of it ill either just get an act 6puck disc or sell it all and get the act kit. Thanks for input guys.