New clutch came today!

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Mrizzle05
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New clutch came today!

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So yeah my good old OEM clutch is really shakey right now... and my new clutch has arrived at home... woot woot.Hopefully by this weekend i can get it to a shop to get installed.my stocker is giving sooo much trouble in first and second gear.ill put pics up when i get home or if i can get it on lunch.*next mod... TIRES , then HID bulbs agian and toolguys foglight covers.
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GrayFox
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Re: New clutch came today! (Mrizzle05)

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which one did you get?
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Re: New clutch came today! (ANO_Vibe)

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Gripforce stage2 clutchhandles up to:258 HP231 torque
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Re: New clutch came today! (Mrizzle05)

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lol, you've got something up your sleve don't you
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yeah better clutch, means better power control and more abuse!!! muwahahaha.no not really im pretty much doin maintenance and care for now... i may... MAY trade it in in 08. "gasp", yea im interested in a BaltSS, teg type-s, or wrx sedanBut im thinking for the long run too ie: kid(s) so not sure.But cant wait to get my clutch in... my stocker is ready for the junkyard!
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Re: New clutch came today! (Mrizzle05)

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Quote, originally posted by Mrizzle05 »Gripforce stage2 clutchhandles up to:258 HP231 torqueWow dude, Stage 1 should have been plenty, and probably more driveable. Let us know how it turns out.
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Quote, originally posted by Mrizzle05 »... i may... MAY trade it in in 08. "gasp",I'm going to pretend I didn't read that... Let us know how it drives
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Re: New clutch came today! (Mrizzle05)

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so my babys goin under the knife... well wrench today.getting the clutch installed and flywheel refinished.get her back tomorrow and then gotta go easy for 500+ miles.posting a pic of the clutch tonight... promise.
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feelin'thevibe
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Re: New clutch came today! (Mrizzle05)

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How much is it to replace the clutch in a base 5 speed? I just want a Idea so I know how much I need to save.
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Mrizzle05
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well my clutch was aftermarket stage 2 adn was $170 shippedthe install was w/ flywheel resurfacing and check/refill my clutch oilthat came out to $410 so yeah it aint so cheap... and the dealer wanted 1000 to get the new OEM clutch and intsall!!!
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Re: New clutch came today! (Mrizzle05)

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Quote, originally posted by Mrizzle05 »so yeah it aint so cheap... and the dealer wanted 1000 to get the new OEM clutch and intsall!!!holy crap! makes you wonder how many other people get ripped off like that everyday. We need to open their eyes to the aftermarket cheaper and better performance.
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Quote, originally posted by ANO_Vibe »cheaper and better performance. ill test the performance after my breakin period!!! *i get my car back today too.... woo hoo!i gotta go for a looooooooong drive and get past the baby it period
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Re: New clutch came today! (Mrizzle05)

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Well not very happy tonight... got my car back... and the dang thing is sooo sensative and still being a ****busy so cant explain jsut upset and venting a lil.thanks
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Re: New clutch came today! (Mrizzle05)

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man that sinks man well lets just hope its part of the break in period.
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Quote, originally posted by NascarXprt »man that sinks man well lets just hope its part of the break in period.Yeah, breaking in the driver!
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yeah samne here... been having a crappy two weeks lately, and this isnt helping any.So ima drive it around today some more adn see if its just me getting used to it.*Jason your Sooooo off my Xbox live buddy list!!! lol
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Re: New clutch came today! (Mrizzle05)

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Quote, originally posted by Mrizzle05 »yeah samne here... been having a crappy two weeks lately, and this isnt helping any.So ima drive it around today some more adn see if its just me getting used to it.*Jason your Sooooo off my Xbox live buddy list!!! lolOh NOES!
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