Look what SPEC did for me.

ERStettin · 03-19-2006, 12:16 PM

After I pulled the engine to have Loren (my engine builder) go through it, I decided to have my clutch stuff looked at too. I have a lightweight SPEC pressure plate (rebuildable and aluminum), a SPEC stage 3 clutch and a Fidanza lightweight flywheel. I called SPEC and talked with Matt. He convinced me to send it all down to him and they would look it over and fix things up for me.

Everyone knows what a year old clutch setup looks like after you beat the piss out of it. I pulled everything and sent it down to SPEC and this is what they sent back to me. I couldn’t believe it. I thought it was just replacements for my old stuff but it was actually my original components reworked. The stuff looks brand new! Anyways, I thought I would post this for those with SPEC clutches that want to get their stuff rebuilt. They do a GREAT job and are able to rebuild everything to like new. I can’t wait to get the engine back and start running the car again.

I also bought a LSM on head valve spring tester from Jon Kaase. I thought I would post a good picture of it here for those that care….lol.

86GT · 03-19-2006, 07:36 PM

Looks good!

I have the same clutch (483 stage 3) and it chatters a bit. I was told by Spec that this is normal because of the kevlar. That is not what I wanted to hear. He told me that the stage one would not chatter but obviously it would not hold up under 400 hp.

ERStettin · 03-19-2006, 08:20 PM

Hey Clint, good to see you! The car is running great. Thanks for all that initial tuning help. I got the car down to a 10.75 @ 126+ at 3317 lbs. It is running great.

Maybe you ought to try the SPEC stage 2+ clutch. I bet that would hold 400 hp. Maybe Matt can chime in here.

Good to see you Clint.

Ed Stettin

86GT · 03-19-2006, 09:13 PM

It been a while, but glad to see you made it over to this fourm. Wow 10.75, that is awsome.

I believe the spec two is right at the verge of the 400hp.

ERStettin · 03-19-2006, 09:17 PM

I meant to put the Stage 2 + in there Clint. I have gone back and edited that post.

86GT · 03-19-2006, 09:23 PM

Yah I looked at that too. They are both made out of Kevlar.

QWKSNKE · 03-20-2006, 02:51 AM

I installed a 2+ in my cobra last weekend. I am interested to see how it holds up once I get the break in miles on it

1Quik85GT · 03-20-2006, 08:29 AM

Lee

I would have thought you would need a stage 3 in your car??? Thats what I have, and I should be testing it out at the track this Sunday when I get back from Memphis,TN

coupe · 03-20-2006, 09:08 AM

The 2 is straight-up Kevlar...both sides. The 3 is the 6-puck and those pads are a ceramic-metallic matrix. The 2+ is a 2 on the flywheel side and a 3 on the pressure plate side...not quite the capacity of a 3, but nicer drivability.

The first thing you'll notice with a SPEC is the quick-release/quick-engage pressure plate...it gives a very nice crisp feel to the clutch. And the clamp loads (force holding the compnents together) are the best in the industry.

Anyways, glad to help Ed. One thing to clarify: SPEC used to sell fidanzas, but we make your own now...supply couldn't be met with Fidanza...we sold more of their own than they did. We still carry their stuff for a few of the less-popular applications. But all our mustang, camaro, vette, VW, Audi, etc...is made in-house...CNC'd billet.

ERStettin · 03-20-2006, 09:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by coupe

Anyways, glad to help Ed. One thing to clarify: SPEC used to sell fidanzas, but we make your own now...supply couldn't be met with Fidanza...we sold more of their own than they did. We still carry their stuff for a few of the less-popular applications. But all our mustang, camaro, vette, VW, Audi, etc...is made in-house...CNC'd billet.

I will change this in my initial post Matt. Thanks for the clarification.

03-19-2006, 12:16 PM	#1
ERStettin Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 109	Look what SPEC did for me.(pictures) After I pulled the engine to have Loren (my engine builder) go through it, I decided to have my clutch stuff looked at too. I have a lightweight SPEC pressure plate (rebuildable and aluminum), a SPEC stage 3 clutch and a Fidanza lightweight flywheel. I called SPEC and talked with Matt. He convinced me to send it all down to him and they would look it over and fix things up for me. Everyone knows what a year old clutch setup looks like after you beat the piss out of it. I pulled everything and sent it down to SPEC and this is what they sent back to me. I couldn’t believe it. I thought it was just replacements for my old stuff but it was actually my original components reworked. The stuff looks brand new! Anyways, I thought I would post this for those with SPEC clutches that want to get their stuff rebuilt. They do a GREAT job and are able to rebuild everything to like new. I can’t wait to get the engine back and start running the car again. I also bought a LSM on head valve spring tester from Jon Kaase. I thought I would post a good picture of it here for those that care….lol. __________________ Dart 360 (ADPerformance), FTI AFR 225, FTI Edelbrock Victor EFI, FTI Cam, Pro M 80 MM (42lb injectors), KOOKS Longtubes 1 7/8 inch to 2 inch to 3.5 inch collectors, Pro Motion TKO, FMS 4.88, Global West Suspension, ET Drags, TwEECer RT 10.74 @ 127.68 (best so far) THANKS : Ed Curtis www.flowtechinduction.com, Dave of www.jdsperformance.com, Walt of Pro Motion Transmissions, Jack of www.musclemotors.com, Brian of www.adperformance.com and Matt of SPEC clutches (www.specclutch.com)

03-19-2006, 07:36 PM	#2
86GT Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Sacramento California Posts: 449	Re: Look what SPEC did for me. Looks good! I have the same clutch (483 stage 3) and it chatters a bit. I was told by Spec that this is normal because of the kevlar. That is not what I wanted to hear. He told me that the stage one would not chatter but obviously it would not hold up under 400 hp. __________________ EEC Analyzer A9M, TwEECer, 306ci, 73mm C&L w Tuner Tube, Cobra Intake, 42# inj, Edelbrock 6037, E303 cam, 155 fuel pump, FPR, 70mm TB, E-Fan, 3.55 gears, Powerdyne 9psi actual 5psi...way more.

03-19-2006, 08:20 PM	#3
ERStettin Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 109	Re: Look what SPEC did for me. Hey Clint, good to see you! The car is running great. Thanks for all that initial tuning help. I got the car down to a 10.75 @ 126+ at 3317 lbs. It is running great. Maybe you ought to try the SPEC stage 2+ clutch. I bet that would hold 400 hp. Maybe Matt can chime in here. Good to see you Clint. Ed Stettin __________________ Dart 360 (ADPerformance), FTI AFR 225, FTI Edelbrock Victor EFI, FTI Cam, Pro M 80 MM (42lb injectors), KOOKS Longtubes 1 7/8 inch to 2 inch to 3.5 inch collectors, Pro Motion TKO, FMS 4.88, Global West Suspension, ET Drags, TwEECer RT 10.74 @ 127.68 (best so far) THANKS : Ed Curtis www.flowtechinduction.com, Dave of www.jdsperformance.com, Walt of Pro Motion Transmissions, Jack of www.musclemotors.com, Brian of www.adperformance.com and Matt of SPEC clutches (www.specclutch.com)

03-19-2006, 09:13 PM	#4
86GT Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Sacramento California Posts: 449	Re: Look what SPEC did for me. It been a while, but glad to see you made it over to this fourm. Wow 10.75, that is awsome. I believe the spec two is right at the verge of the 400hp. __________________ EEC Analyzer A9M, TwEECer, 306ci, 73mm C&L w Tuner Tube, Cobra Intake, 42# inj, Edelbrock 6037, E303 cam, 155 fuel pump, FPR, 70mm TB, E-Fan, 3.55 gears, Powerdyne 9psi actual 5psi...way more.

03-19-2006, 09:17 PM	#5
ERStettin Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 109	Re: Look what SPEC did for me. I meant to put the Stage 2 + in there Clint. I have gone back and edited that post. __________________ Dart 360 (ADPerformance), FTI AFR 225, FTI Edelbrock Victor EFI, FTI Cam, Pro M 80 MM (42lb injectors), KOOKS Longtubes 1 7/8 inch to 2 inch to 3.5 inch collectors, Pro Motion TKO, FMS 4.88, Global West Suspension, ET Drags, TwEECer RT 10.74 @ 127.68 (best so far) THANKS : Ed Curtis www.flowtechinduction.com, Dave of www.jdsperformance.com, Walt of Pro Motion Transmissions, Jack of www.musclemotors.com, Brian of www.adperformance.com and Matt of SPEC clutches (www.specclutch.com)

03-19-2006, 09:23 PM	#6
86GT Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Sacramento California Posts: 449	Re: Look what SPEC did for me. Yah I looked at that too. They are both made out of Kevlar. __________________ EEC Analyzer A9M, TwEECer, 306ci, 73mm C&L w Tuner Tube, Cobra Intake, 42# inj, Edelbrock 6037, E303 cam, 155 fuel pump, FPR, 70mm TB, E-Fan, 3.55 gears, Powerdyne 9psi actual 5psi...way more.

03-20-2006, 02:51 AM	#7
QWKSNKE 3v's are slow Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Here and There Posts: 17,152	Re: Look what SPEC did for me. I installed a 2+ in my cobra last weekend. I am interested to see how it holds up once I get the break in miles on it

03-20-2006, 08:29 AM	#8
1Quik85GT Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 895	Re: Look what SPEC did for me. Lee I would have thought you would need a stage 3 in your car??? Thats what I have, and I should be testing it out at the track this Sunday when I get back from Memphis,TN

03-20-2006, 09:08 AM	#9
coupe Super Moderator Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 6,313	Re: Look what SPEC did for me. The 2 is straight-up Kevlar...both sides. The 3 is the 6-puck and those pads are a ceramic-metallic matrix. The 2+ is a 2 on the flywheel side and a 3 on the pressure plate side...not quite the capacity of a 3, but nicer drivability. The first thing you'll notice with a SPEC is the quick-release/quick-engage pressure plate...it gives a very nice crisp feel to the clutch. And the clamp loads (force holding the compnents together) are the best in the industry. Anyways, glad to help Ed. One thing to clarify: SPEC used to sell fidanzas, but we make your own now...supply couldn't be met with Fidanza...we sold more of their own than they did. We still carry their stuff for a few of the less-popular applications. But all our mustang, camaro, vette, VW, Audi, etc...is made in-house...CNC'd billet. __________________ " If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough. " - Albert Einstein