Rxmfn7

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Well Im going to be putting my new clutch and stuff in shortly, and I cant decide on which flywheel to get. I have a ACT clutch and Pressure Plate, claims a 75% increase over stock( going to nickname it "neverslip" ), got all new bearings and a SS clutch hose. I just cant descide if I want a light-steel flywheel or a aluminum one. The steel one would be 17 LBs..and the aluminum is 14 LBs. I was planning on ordering from Racing Beat. The aluminum one is almost $200 more than the steel one, Im not sure if 3lbs is worth $200. Also drivability is an issue kinda, but if someone says that I will be able to feel a major performance difference with the aluminum than with the light-steel when I will go that way. So if anyone has a suggestion on which one to get Id appreciate it. Even if its different than the two I was thinkin of. I know on my friends Probe GT he was going to get a Fidenza (sp?) 9lb flywheel, and he said that the drivability with that wouldnt suffer all that bad.

diabolical1

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well, ultimately, it's going to come down what you want more. if you want the extra performance, go for the lightest one you can find.

rotaries, not exactly known for torque, are going to feel more rubbery from a standstill with a "really" light flywheel. so if you drive this car everyday, and you live or travel in an area with a lot of steep hills, then that's a point to consider.

i've used the lightweight steel flywheel (RB) and it's a noticeable difference over stock. i wouldn't be able to give you figures on the aluminum one, but i suspect the difference between the lightweight steel and aluminum probably won't be that great, but i may stand corrected.

i've heard nothing but good things about the fidanza units ... stay away from JUN ... they aren't bad, but i heard that chromoly is not the best material for flywheels.

hope that helps ...

Rxmfn7

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OK, thanks. Anyone who has had or driven both kinds??? Just kinda wanted to know if there was a noticable performance difference that would justify the loss in drivability.

rehernden

I am currently running the Racing Beat aluminum flywheel and a Centerforce I clutch. Use to have the stock setup. The difference is substantial between the two. I live in the mountains so need to start off going uphill quite abit. I think the aluminum is easier as you don't have to get the motor spinning first before engagine the clutch. It's more like a regular car, I just give it some gas and clutch at the same time and away I go. Guess it is easier because there is no need to get that heavy flywheel spinning at the same time you are trying to get the car moving forward. I'm not sure if I would be able to tell the 3 lb difference between lightweight steel and my aluminum though.

86' gxl n/a

E6KT2

SR Motorsports usually has the best price. My friends have eaten too many Centerforce Clutches for me to want to use those. There is even a post in the Lounge right now about it. I got the AL 9lb. It has a replacable steel "friction ring" that the clutch grabs. It costs 75$ if it ever wears out.

rehernden

E6KT2,

Could you give me an idea where to look for that thread. I searched for it but could only find where people were using them but didn't say anything else about them. Are your freinds having problems with slippage or are the clutches exploding on them. I don't put a whole bunch of strain on my car but still wonder about this Centerforce issue since it is the first negative I've heard. I am using the same AL 9lb as you and am happy with it so far. Thanks.

Rxmfn7

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Hmm...that 9lb one from SR sounds pretty nice, it says the price is $499, but Im not sur if that includes the counterweight or not. I wasnt gonna pay extra for like 3lbs difference but for a 9lb flywheel I just might. That things gotta rev quicker than hell