****XTD PISSED ME OFF****

Post by **sohcsleeper** » Sun Nov 27, 2005 8:35 pm

xtd clutches are bs i had a stage 2 racing clutch off ebay for like 6 months maybe 10k and i didnt even beat on it like that and its slippin already i am so pissed off those clutches suck an ill never buy another one it also didnt bite at all even when i first got it i dont know why but i know its slipping now even when im driving and try to punch it its rated for like way more hp and tq then my car puts out i dont know why it would slip after only 6 months any ideas?

p.s. i know how to drive the clutch is just gay >:X

Post by **chrislis** » Sun Nov 27, 2005 8:37 pm

does ebay have anything to do with it? maybe you got owned.

Post by **sohcsleeper** » Sun Nov 27, 2005 8:43 pm

lmao.... i got pwned on ebay. at least the clutch looked good for 150 when i got it. heh oh yea the xtd window sticker adds like 40 hp

Post by **chrislis** » Sun Nov 27, 2005 8:43 pm

that could be the problem hahha.

Post by **AZhitman** » Sun Nov 27, 2005 8:48 pm

*Sigh*

Lesson learned - Ask HERE first.

No more "no-name" clutches!

Post by **chrislis** » Sun Nov 27, 2005 8:51 pm

so basically he bought an "XTD" clutch and this is what he tried to install into his car.

Post by **sohcsleeper** » Sun Nov 27, 2005 8:54 pm

oh well any good clutch recommendations i got 300 to spend on a good clutch kit i want something that is gonna last a long *** time and bite hard ill put it in my self. i got a 89 240sx with a 90 motor its got like 45k on it fidanza flywheel, aiv removed,obx header, hi flow cat, custom 2.5 inch catback with a borla muffler, 300zx ff, 300zx brake upgrade, ksport coilovers, hks super intake, ngk iridium plugz, 9mm wires, auto ecu, goodyear tires(brand new) and i think thats it as far as performance

Post by **SOHCSE** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 4:13 am

Dont buy a clutch if the description mentions horsepower.

Normally when you see things like this:

ebay wrote:This Clutch Kit has a STAGE 1 RACING CLUTCH KIT with a heavy duty Pressure Plate/ EXEDY ORGANIC FICTION CLUTCH DISC, COMPLETE WITH BEARING AND ALIGNMENT TOOL and THIS CLUTCH KIT will hold stock Horsepower to around 225 Horsepower to the wheels.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors...QrdZ1

You are getting set to get burned.

Buy it now, $98.00 and FREE SHIPPING must be a steal!

Post by **574-240sx** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 6:06 am

Clutches are rated by torque. I wouldn't buy a clutch off ebay. Exedy is good stuff you are looking for a replacement. I would go though a reputable shop and not ebay next time. Also did you have your flywheel resurfaced before you installed the clutch.

Post by **skydragoness** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 6:14 am

Only clutches worth buying at Ebay prices is the Exedy OEM one. Although sometimes ACT's pop up here and there.

Post by **KADreams** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 6:28 am

ACT > *

Post by **chrislis** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 6:40 am

yar matey. pretty true.

Post by **nismofly** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 8:10 am

rps

or exedy if you can afford it, but you already stated that wont work

Post by **Chezedik** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 8:14 am

Did you replace the TO bearing when you did the clutch? Did you surface the FW? Did you replace the Slave Cyl? These are all normal parts of doing a clutch job, and I would bet on the cyl not completely releasing, and damaging the disc. Oh, and XTD clutches are made by Exedy. At least that is what I read on here. Supposed to be stamped right on them. I will get one when the time comes.

Post by **240sxjeff** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 8:26 am

Why don't you just get an OEM exedy clutch? I had one in my last car and it was good for the short time I had it. If I were you I would just get an OEM one, there is no need for you to get a fancy clutch your only makinf like 20hp MAX over stock. Oh and make sure to resurface your flywheel when you do decide to replace your clutch

Post by **Chezedik** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 8:41 am

For rizzi, why not just get a Z clutch for that little bit of a difference. I think they were 97 at Advance and they bite with another 60lbs of clamping force. The downside is getting to change them more often.

Post by **Riubens** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 3:16 pm

yeap same thing happen here! I spend $500 on clutches in 2 months ,because the the mechanics never though of chking the dam slave cyl and master cyl which both were blown ,lesson learned and btw my friend has a xtd stage 3 on his 240 and bites like hell........................... thats my 2 cents

Post by **Chezedik** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 3:59 pm

So we have a second for slave. Generally, they are replaced with a clutch job anyway.

Post by **drifter_for_life06** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 5:16 pm

ebay can be a good source for some stuff, but when it comes to stuff THAT critical to a car being drivable, thats where id definately draw the line and buy from a real vendor

Post by **sohcsleeper** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 6:31 pm

yea everything was changed i found this on ebay anybody think it would be good ill buy a new pressure plate and new bearings let me know what u guys think of this clutch disc http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors...ZWD1V

Post by **sohcsleeper** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 6:33 pm

oh i put the fidanza flywheel on when i did the clutch it also has bolt on friction plates that need replaced sometimes but it never has to be resurfaced

Post by **chrislis** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 7:15 pm

you should just check into some local shops and see what prices you get before making another mistake on ebay. just a suggestion.

Post by **DjPantsSpecR** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 7:52 pm

god damnit. i read nothing but good things in the KA section, and since i just blew upa clutch i bought an XTD stage 3.

i know it needs to be changed by around 15k, but i thought that was common knowledge

Post by **574-240sx** » Tue Nov 29, 2005 1:44 am

sohcsleeper wrote:yea everything was changed i found this on ebay anybody think it would be good ill buy a new pressure plate and new bearings let me know what u guys think of this clutch disc http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors...ZWD1V

Thats going to be some harsh enguagement. You should look into a sprung hub.

Post by **Fenvy** » Tue Nov 29, 2005 2:06 am

574-240sx wrote:Thats going to be some harsh enguagement. You should look into a sprung hub.

I had that act clutch on my integra... let's just say I hated driving afterward

Post by **Chezedik** » Tue Nov 29, 2005 6:39 am

A lot of the engagement will come from fighting the diaphragm itself. In terms of a performance clutch, you should think of a matched set. If you already had the ACT then you probably would be good. Assuming the XTD was actually an upgraded pressure plate, then you would probably be good there too. But definately replace the slave this time. And look, it will give you a chance to change that fluid (which is probably sh*t brown at this point), no one ever thinks to do it, but it is just a good idea. Good luck!

Post by **starkos14** » Tue Nov 29, 2005 9:05 am

oh ****.... just saw this thread... anyone know about their stage 3 6 puck???? ahhh.... they say they have good customer service... lets see if they take returns

Post by **chrislis** » Tue Nov 29, 2005 10:41 am

steve, did car sponsorships.com really work? if so, in what way? im wondering.

Post by **Tulsa_S-13** » Tue Nov 29, 2005 11:32 am

I just bought the XTD Stage 2 clutch for my KA upon reading decent reviews on this forum. I'll install it and see how it is, hope I didn't get ****ed.

Post by **grosspolluter** » Tue Nov 29, 2005 11:45 am

Sounds like it was installed wrong, or one of the parts misaligned upon installation.

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