What does a Stage 1 clutch do?

What does a Stage 1 clutch do?

The Stage 1 clutch, intended for street, drag racing, drift, road racing, rally, pulling, and autocross use, features an integrally molded carbon kevlar-based, high performance organic lining offering smooth engagement and excellent life.

How much is a Stage 1 clutch?

Sale Price $299.00 The Stage 1 Clutch Kit is a clutch upgrade for lightly modified cars with a stock-like driving feel.

How do you break in a spec clutch?

SPEC Clutch: Different clutches require different break-in procedures. In general, the break-in procedure entails normal usage to seat the new surfaces. Normal usage does not mean babying the clutch, but simply refraining from burnouts and high RPM speed shifting until the clutch is ready to hold the torque.

Does a performance clutch increase horsepower?

As Norton mentioned, the power gains from the SPEC clutch increase power all across the horsepower and torque curves. Moreover a faster revving, more responsive engine and clutch system is something that is useful in more than just producing peak power.

Is a Stage 1 clutch worth it?

A stage 1 clutch is easier to install and use than a stage 2 clutch. A stage 1 clutch also does not wear your engine out as fast as a stage 2 clutch might, and it does not affect your car’s street legality. Finally, a stage 1 clutch is easier to shift than a stage 2 clutch.

What do the stages of a clutch mean?

A stage 1 clutch usually uses Kevlar with organic compounds mixed in whilst stage 2 goes pure Kevlar. Stage 3 has a carbon semi-metallic six-puck disc while in stage 4, the hub also solidifies into a riveted one. Stage 5 is all about pure metallic discs and is perfect for extreme performance cars.

What stage clutch should I get?

A stage 1 clutch is easier to install and use than a stage 2 clutch. Finally, a stage 1 clutch is easier to shift than a stage 2 clutch. This is because stage 2 clutches are designed for more professional use, and they put more pressure on the engine by removing the features that allow the user more leeway in shifting.