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Old 03-19-2012 | 10:05 PM
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997.1 Clutch Options

I am going to have the car reprogrammed and know it will need a clutch. Can you all out there please provide some recommendations? Thank you in advance
 
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If all you are running is a flash or flash+exhaust, save the clutch, upgrade the pressure plate. Sachs 764.
 
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Without getting too big of a case of 'While you're in there-itis" it might be a good idea to replace the clutch disc as well. Everyone seems to use the Sachs 764 pressure plate mentioned above.

I'm in the market for a new clutch as well, I am considering the Protomotive GT3RS flywheel / sprung disc / Sachs pressure plate combination. Not sure that I want the lightweight flywheel though. I will be upgrading the turbos, intercoolers, etc.
 
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Thanks for the recommendations appreciate it
 
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contact Tom @ Champion, i JUST installed their clutch kit on my car 2 days ago.... IM ABSOLUTELY IN LOVE. night and day difference from factory from the clutch feel to response. Also the engagement is better than stock. Don't think twice, i researched clutches for our cars for almost 3 months before i went ahead with it.
 
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Old 03-20-2012 | 11:54 PM
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contact Tom @ Champion, i JUST installed their clutch kit on my car 2 days ago.... IM ABSOLUTELY IN LOVE. night and day difference from factory from the clutch feel to response. Also the engagement is better than stock. Don't think twice, i researched clutches for our cars for almost 3 months before i went ahead with it.
I think CMS's setup uses a Sachs 764 pressure plate, but with the 4 puck racing clutch disc?
 
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I got the Sachs stage 2.5 from Mike at AWE. This clutch I believe uses the 764 plate as well. My factory clutch had 34K on it so I figured that if I'm going in there I'd better replace the entire thing, especially with plenty of DEs and some 1/4 visits coming up.

This clutch is awesome!!! It feels 95% factory and can handle plenty of power.
 

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I installed the Porsche heavy duty pressure plate and disc on my 06 Carrera. When I received it come to find out that it was a SACHs clutch kit. This was installed on a TPC supercharged carand I never had any issues with it.
 
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Sachs 764 pressure plate + Gt3 rs clutch disc hold up to +900whp plus stock drivability!
 
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Originally Posted by bbywu
I think CMS's setup uses a Sachs 764 pressure plate, but with the 4 puck racing clutch disc?
i am pretty sure you are correct. but i think thy have different packages depending on how much power you are looking for. CMS would know best
 
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Can someone please direct me on the best place to source the disc and PP.

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Had the ClutchMasters Stage 3 (8-puck) and absolutely hated it. Switched to the Sach's 2.5 kit from AWE w/ LWFW and it is much, much better. Maybe wish I had gone w/ regular flywheel though b/c the rattle is pretty annoying sometimes.
 
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Originally Posted by bbywu
I think CMS's setup uses a Sachs 764 pressure plate, but with the 4 puck racing clutch disc?

Among others, including Sachs, I believe CMS represents a new (to Porsche) line of clutches made by RPS Clutchunder the name of ERP. RPS can be seen at www.turboclutch.com. ERP offers single, double, and triple carbon discs with holding power of to ~ 950 FT#. I have one in my GT2 and love it. It may not be for folks who like super-stiff peddle pressure. IMO the softer peddle allows you to concentrate on more important things. I used RPS in my vettes and wouldnt go anywhere else. Excellent holding power, quality, very long lasting, and superb factory customer service. BTW:very little or no clatter.

Im sure they represent Sachs well.
 

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Originally Posted by rcrosby
Can someone please direct me on the best place to source the disc and PP.

Thanks
Contact Mike with AWE. They are sponsors as well. I delt with him and he is a great guy and great company to deal with!
 
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