I just got my car converted from an automatic transmission to a a manual transmission. When I did this, I got an ACT six puck clutch, which I have always wanted for its strength, durability, and performance. It certainly is a departure from your standard clutch, a street/strip design, but more the latter than the former.

I haven't driven a manual transmission in 5 years, and that was on a truck. I have gotten used to this clutch in a suprisingly short period of time, but I was wondering if anyone could recommend tips to reduce stress and wear on the drivline when just driving around town.

 

You find out in a hurry that the clutch is a far departure from the "stock" set up. That clutch configuration is either in or out. There is no being easy on the drivetrain.
Following from their web site:
Not recommended for street use due to harsh engagement.

 

Hey Ronin,

Is that six puck spring loaded? If its not thats why it feels the way it does and it will take some time for you to get the feel of it, that thing is more for track than street. Like Turbonut said that thing is either in or out.

 

Throwout bearing longevity - Do not have the clutch pedal depressed unless needed. For example - At a traffic light? Car in N and clutch out.

Also, you might want to consider buying a stainless steel braided clutch line.
http://www.k2rd.com/Online_Catalog/StainlessLines.htm

Never tried that type of clutch. What are your impressions? Could you let somebody that has been driving a stick for a long time drive it. They might be able to offer a different review than you could.

Not saying you cant drive it right. Just saying that they can make a better comparsion to driving a standard type clutch.

James

 

Oh boy. Gonna have to have a long talk with my garage.

It is a sprung hub unit, and I noticed it is very in or out, but I have gotten used to it. I drive it back and forth to work everyday through rush hour traffic and i never take any highways either.

The clutch itself is not too bad. I have only been driving a manual transmission since Tuesday. before then, I had only driven unsynchronized manual transmission trucks, but that was like 5 years ago.

 

If this is the disc you have, no springs (eg solid hub), and waffle material between lining probably non existent. That is why it's either in or out.

Copper Ceramic Race Discs (Xtreme Discs)
RACE READY! Attack the track with the ACT Xtreme Race Disc. Shifting is quick and sure due to the lightweight rigid design. ACT Xtreme Race Discs are available in 4 or 6-pad solid hub design

 

Daaaaaayum! That must be it, since ACT apparenty doesn't make a sprung hub design after some investigation. I've PMd some people who use this thing, and apparently it is streetable, so I guess as long as I can drive it, I'm fine.

 

I have the same clutch. You can slip it to some degree. Its not entirely in/out.

I know that Ive found blipping the throttle once to get it up to ~2/1.5k before I start moving helps get a smoother start.

Also, if you get stuck in traffic.......

well....

Just dont get stuck in traffic.

 

I have a 6-puck clutchnet disk in mine with a pressure plate from a centerforce... When it was brand new it was harsh as hell but once it had some miles on it, it got pretty good. Still gotta rev higher than normal to get under way, and traffic sucks. My trick in traffic is to leave some space in front of me so I don't have to stop as often, try to keep it in 1st gear at idle RPM...

 

Traffic? traffic is no big deal. It requires some fancy footwork, but it is no big deal. I find the blipping at 1.5/2 works very well, and I practice that manouver all of the time. I was down at South Beach last night in traffic that didn't even move 2 mph, and I didn't stall once, except for when I was attempting to reverse. Now that's a tricky one. I still have to get used to that.

 

yeah I have the act ss and its ok but my friend has the 6puck with the HD pressure plate and it throws your head back in ever gear with ease. When my ss goes out I will replace it with a 6 puck. Oh yeah you can get used to driving anything and if you want 400hp to the wheels and have the car drive like a family car in traffic and around town buy a 911. If you want big hp you will need a clutch that will hold it and yes you loose drivability. Nature of the rotary beast.

 

i have th eact 6 puck solid hub. love it. nothing like chirping 3rd, and at the track i coulda swore i heard 4th chirp too!

 

As long as its spring loaded unit it won't be as harsh on you or on the car....those solid hubs have been known to tear up drivelines. After a while you get accustomed to it and before you know it you'll be doing those fish tail launches.............man i miss my car...

 

500 miles of city driving guys! Officially completed. Now it's time to have some fun. Clutch is broken in. Now I just need to get my hands on that stainless steel braided clutch line.