eBay Clutch - Need opinions

[mazen222]

My clutch is almost dead now... its slipping alot. So I am thinking of going with eBay instead of the $700 toyota wants for an OEM clutch.

I found these two, one of them is OEM specs and the other is a Stage 3 clutch. Im debating if i should go with the stage 3 or not. My car is stock, I like to race sometimes, but its on occasions. And I also like the smooth shifting of the OEM clutch.

Both are almost the same price, so I am tempted to go with the Stage 3 clutch, but im afraid the quality will suck and the shifting will be very abrupt...


What do you think?

F1 RACING STAGE 3 CLUTCH
http://cgi.ebay.ca/F1-RACING-STAGE-3-CLUTCH-99-02-TOYOTA-SOLARA-3-0L-6CYL_W0QQitemZ350109826190QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories?_trksid=p3286.m20.l1116


Phoenix Friction OE Replacement Clutch Kit
http://cgi.ebay.ca/1999-99-Toyota-Solara-6-Cyl-3-0-L-New-Clutch-Kit_W0QQitemZ140305168544QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories?_trksid=p3286.m20.l1116

[Eye8Pussies]

lol stage 3 clutch on a stock car. long story short don't do it. both for comfort's sake and getting laughed at by other ppl.

I have a stage3 clutch and it sucks in traffic. but I'm boosted, etc etc

[Mr_Krispy1183]

^Wise words from a wiser Camry sage.

[Midias]

I vote neither stage 3 on a stock car that must be a joke. I would get THIS

Or if you just want a clutch THIS

[mazen222]

I vote neither stage 3 on a stock car that must be a joke. I would get THIS

Or if you just want a clutch THIS

weird... that second one didnt come up in my search... its even cheaper than the phoenix one.

Alright case cklosed, im going with the exedy

[jetbtkng]

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ACT is a leading high performance clutch and flywheel manufacturer for the Sport Compact, Domestic and Truck markets. For over 11 years, ACT has focused on quality, service and performance to deliver an unparalleled product. ACT heavy-duty pressure plate is manufactured from new unit, not rebuilt from worn out part. Proper geometry is maintained for long clutch life through a reliable single diaphragm design. F1 Racing street disc is constructed with heavy-duty material and reduced marcel for faster shift action to compliment ACT pressure plate. Spring center construction properly dampens torsional vibrations for quieter operation and center hub springs help lessen the drive train shock and impact. It also increases heat tolerance which helps prevent warping of mating surfaces. The clutch requires 500 mile break-in periods. Actual item may differ from the picture below.


The following ACT clutch kit includes:
ACT heavy-duty Pressure Plate (clamp load increase: 32%)
F1 Racing Street Disc (236mm, 21 splines)
Release Bearing
Alignment Tool

Clamp Load Increase: 32% / Torque Capacity: 390 ft/lbs
Retail Price: $ 567

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1999 - 2002 Toyota Solara (3.0L V6)


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price: US $305.00 Buy It Now >
(approximately C $390.67)


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[mazen222]

Will this fit with my 99 solara ?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/EXEDY-NE ... ccessories

[Midias]

^ yes a quick look on exedy's completely public website that anyone could look at if they wanted information any time of day and very quickly and easily using a search on a part number reveals that part number 16062 fits all of these vehicles.


16062 1993 - 2001 CAMRY BASE V6; 3.0L; Non-Turbo; Gas(ALL; 1MZFE)
16062 1997 - 1997 CAMRY CE V6; 3.0L; Non-Turbo; Gas(1MZFE)
16062 1992 - 1992 CAMRY DLX V6; 3.0L; Non-Turbo; Gas(3VZFE)
16062 1993 - 1993 CAMRY DX V6; 3.0L; Non-Turbo; Gas(3VZFE)
16062 1992 - 1997 CAMRY LE V6; 3.0L; Non-Turbo; Gas(3VZFE; 1MZFE)
16062 1992 - 1994 CAMRY SE V6; 3.0L; Non-Turbo; Gas(3VZFE; 1MZFE)
16062 1992 - 1997 CAMRY XLE V6; 3.0L; Non-Turbo; Gas(3VZFE; 1MZFE)
16062 1991 - 1995 MR2 BASE L4; 2.0L; Turbo; Gas(3SGTE)
16062 1999 - 2002 SOLARA BASE V6; 3.0L; Non-Turbo; Gas(1MZFE)

[1gSE]

I vote neither stage 3 on a stock car that must be a joke. I would get THIS

crap, you cant go wrong with that price!

[akora12]

I'd go with exedy for a stock clutch. If you still want some extra hold, check out the Clutch Masters stage 2 kit. I have it and it shifts like stock, but it's not exactly cheap.

[mazen222]

ok i just bought the Exedy without the flyweel... I will use my original flyweel and resurface it

Thanks everyone!

[Midias]

^ sounds good exedy makes a good clutch but I would have gone for the light weight flywheel. Hell if my clutch ever goes I will get that combo but 165,000 miles and it is still going strong.

[hskrsolara]

I would go with the exedy for a stock application.

If you plan to upgrade, SPEC makes the best clutches out there. They're worth it.

[DatSRBoi]

FYI- There has been known frauds where people get pressure plate and put some good paint coating on them and rename them a name brand. I personally have not brought any on ebay and never will unless its something bad ass and i know it can not be flaked. I have personally seen people on other forums with this issue. Some are also getting knock off name brand plate that looks EXACTLY like the real thing but after a few hard runs the pressure plate have crack in half.

FYI.

[hskrsolara]

buy from horsepowerfreaks.com. they're good people and sell authentic goods.