Re: [DML] trans question

[DMCVegas@xxxx]

No, the clutches made by Centerforce are specificly for the DeLorean. 
I say clutches because there are 2 seperate models. The regular 
Centerforce I, and the Dual Friction. Your be best is to order the 
Center Force kit from either DMCJoe or PJ Grady. That way you can get 
the complete kit with the pilot bearing, throw out bearing, and the 
clutch fork grease seal all in one shot.

Minus the adjustable clutch link and a new flywheel, my entire clutch 
system is brandnew. So for me to make a viable comparison to my old 
OEM clutch is a bit difficult since it had defective parts. But if 
you car is only going to see occasional, light use, the OEM should be 
fine. For daily driving, I would use the Centerforce first. The CF 
clutch is only $40 more then the OEM, and it provides 30% more 
gripping power. When hitting hills, headwinds (not often in a 
DeLorean!), or starting out, I can feel a definate difference. The 
stiff feel of the pedal is still the same, but it does grip a bit 
quicker.

Dual friction is only for heavily modified vehicles. CF's website 
states that it has 90% more gripping power than a stock clutch, but 
with a lighter feel. I have no idea what so ever as to this clutch's 
performance. I don't even know if it would be warranted on a dual 
turbo, or upgraded engine from DMC Houston. But it would be 
interesting to see how one feels...

-Robert
vin 6585



--- In dmcnews@xxxx, "sk1pper" <sk1pper@xxxx> wrote:
> is the Centerforce a DeLorean model or do i have to crossreference?
> 
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: William T Wilson <fluffy@xxxx>
> To: <dmcnews@xxxx>
> Sent: Saturday, April 07, 2001 10:33 PM
> Subject: Re: [DML] trans question
> 
> 
> > On Sat, 7 Apr 2001, sk1pper wrote:
> >
> > > how much hp/ torque can a D's 5 manual trans safely handle?
> >
> ........Clutch stresses on the other hand are worse in higher
> > gears. Be sure to get a heavy duty clutch, there is a 
Centerforce model
> > for the DeLorean.
> >
> >