Is it that much different to drive a car with a ACT clutch than a standard car. I heard that at first driving an ACT clutch will take a little time to get use to is this true?

 

I dunno about Hondas, but in the case of my Mitsubishi, that certainly was the case. Much stiffer clutch pedal pressure than the stock clutch. I have a 2600 lb pressure plate. It doesn't slip. Made to hold 450hp and about 400lbs of torque. The pedal pressure all depends on the pressure plate you select. You probably don't need a clutch like that, but if you do, I say it's highly reccommended.

Is it bad? NO. It all depends on how much of a wuss you are. If people are whining about clutch pedal pressure, then they need to change their Huggies and refill their bottle. It's something you get used to very quickly. After a few days, you'll think it's the clutch your car should have come with. I personally would rather have a clutch that grabs when I tell it to than a soft clutch pedal. I like to drive.

It can get tiresome in rush hour stop-starting, but such is the price of performance. At least it doesn't turn to goo like my Exide does in my civic. ACT is worth every penny if your car is modded enough to need it.

 

Depends on which model you get. The act street/strip wont feel much different then stock but the extreme has a very stiff pressure plate. My old hatch had the extreme and it took some getting used to, but wasnt too bad.

 

If you have a car that is making a lot of power (over 200whp), I wouldn't suggest getting an overly stiff clutch because all you're going to do is spin the wheels. The XTSS is VERY stiff and you'll have about 2" of free-play between disenagement and engagement. Other clutches, like the stock clutch, you can "feel" the engagment. Depends on what you like. If you plan on running slicks all the time, a very stiff clutch would work on your 60' times.

 

I have a quick question I think my clutch is not doing so well. I really don't know though, it takes forever for it to let out, what clutch should I go with I have a z6 w/ full bolt ons and will be boosted by greddy in March

 

I suggest a SPEC clutch. I have one and it's great. Not too harsh (my wife likes it) and it holds very well. They're also cheaper than the normal brands and generally have a higher torque rating. Check out www.speclutches.com. The cheapest price I've found for them is at www.enjukuracing.com.

 

supermac88, just don't get a lightweight/lightened flywheel for your car. With the transmission you're using, a strong clutch and a light flywheel are a bad combo. You'll stall everywhere. Most of why your stock clutch isn't holding is because of the gears you're running. My brand new clutch doesn't hold. Go a little stronger on the clutch than you think you need unless you change out your gearbox. Clutches that are close to OEM equivalence will still slip, and especially during high rpm shifts.

 

I am really considering going with the EX tranny from the 96 and up cars supposedly they have a stronger shift fork and the same final drive as the 92-95 ex and si. Plus I know where there is one in a junk yard right now.

 

Oh cool. Go for it! Keep the cx gearbox around... who knows... you might miss the ol' 1/2 shift. It never hurts to have a spare around if you're boosted.

 

amen to that brotha