[lust4speed]

Edit: Man, I type slow. Three new replies while I was typing. Oh well...

Brands are nice to mention, but Texasoldgoat would probably be interested in what model we ended up purchasing. Whether we went with the standard lining or upgraded to some very modern trick lining. I've learned that sometimes the heaviest duty isn't all the great for street use. I ran the original style McLeod dual disc setup that is advertised to hold 1,500 foot pounds. I'm sure it would, but in normal driving it had a tendency to be either engaged or disengaged. It is definitely bullet proof, but really a pain in stop and go driving on the street.

I purchased a McLeod Super Street Pro 75224 clutch assembly through Summit to replace the dual disc, but haven't installed it - so can't comment on how it will work out. On paper it sounds like it will be a good compromise for hot rodding around on the street. All of the major brands offer similar products, and it probably doesn't matter much which one you choose. Here's the link to the McLeod clutch packages: McLeod

Only thing I would stay away from is the rebuilt units from the auto parts store. I've seen too many of them come apart in easy driving.

[tom s]

the last 4 cars I put together I used a Mcleod 3 finger B&B clutch and cant be happier.The other thing I do is watch on ebay for GM disks in the old yellow and black GM boxes.Made of asbestus and they never chatter like the modern material on the street.FWIW,Tom

[Superchief455]

Originally Posted by lust4speed

Brands are nice to mention, but Texasoldgoat would probably be interested in what model we ended up purchasing. Whether we went with the standard lining or upgraded to some very modern trick lining. I've learned that sometimes the heaviest duty isn't all the great for street use. I ran the original style McLeod dual disc setup that is advertised to hold 1,500 foot pounds. I'm sure it would, but in normal driving it had a tendency to be either engaged or disengaged. It is definitely bullet proof, but really a pain in stop and go driving on the street..

I thought i had made my point clear of the different "type" set ups and what maybe considered a downside to their street use from the two previous posts i made. Clutches are a "personal preference" type deal and some are willing to "give a little" for having the added benefits of a HD type set up on the street while others find it a royal PITA.

As i previously stated if you find yourself "concerned" with the "rough engagement" then i would option out what Ram calls a "power grip" clutch kit that has a "smoother" engagement. The "race style" clutches for 1000 plus horsepower i would agree and describe them more or less the same way, or almost like a light switch as you said they are either engaged or disengaged and their is NO in between. The "race style" clutch set ups i personally have driven on the street and i can say that MOST people won't like that deal at all and should be left for the "hardcore" enthusiast to say the least.

I left the choice/decision up to him really, as i feel it should be since i would "assume" he will be doing it himself and it sucks having to doing things twice especially when you're already unhappy about the situation/results to begin with.