FamilyMan

Got the HC5-XTSS clutch from ACT. Here is a link to their website. The XT is the "xtreme" preasure plate, and the SS is the performance organic street disc. I got this product for a number of reasons. I wanted the XT in case I wanted/needed more disc (R6 6 pad race disc) later on with the possible addition of Nitrous and/or turbo. Got the SS now, because anything more would be over kill and cost more. The torque capacity for this set up is rated at 270. I figured that would be plenty if I run a 40 shot and 4 - 5 lbs of boost sometime in the future. The clutch kit cost me $376. Installation was $300 which included turning the flywheel.

First let me say I'm glad I did this now because a couple of my springs on the stock disc were just about ready to pop right out and cause major gear box damage. My old disc surface was in fairly good shape (I was surprised) and had some life left to it, but the springs sound like a baby rattle. The stock preasure plate was pretty burnt. It had been abused.

New clutch = about 100% more pedal effort. Takes some getting used to. At first the car seemed really out of balance. You really have to stand on that clutch pedal. I'm getting more used to it now. Let me tell you this baby grabs like there is no tomorrow. Hooks up much quicker than stock. Much quicker engagement, faster shifts. While drag racing, I am seriously chirpping in 3rd. Not just little girly chirps either like once before, but real car bouncing chirps. I am so stoked about this clutch. I give it a 9 from 1 to 10. Definitely recommend if you drag race at all. Get one before your springs pop out like the little toys that they are. I have no doubt that this clutch will easily handle a 70 shot and lots of drag racing. For those waiting on a turbo, you will need a new clutch too eventually and I certainly recommend this set up.

Sorry, can't really take a picture of it. If you have any questions let me know.

StLVtec

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Sweet. Yeah they ake a little while to get used to but there nice. Im getting one soon dow n the road.

Decamo

When you upgrade your clutch why does there have to be extra effort. Can't you just have some sort of piggyback hydraulic cylinder to boost pressure or something?

Don't we have a hydraulic clutch?

black2k1vtec

Im waiting for a lightweight flywheel, then i will get both.

Post some 1/4 mile before and after times, i wanna see the diff in the 60'.

alltech01civic

yeah im thinking about getting an ACT clutch also.....

happynappy82

I'm just about to hit 40,000 mile on mine, I'm planning on replacing the clutch @ 50.000 miles if not sooner since im purchasing a turbo.....

my sh!at

FamilyMan

Here goes: these averages have been calculated to NOT include irregularities where they may occur in the data, i.e. braking on the top end, computer glitches, loaded car, etc.

Average of 6 runs from June 21 (hot 98) with UR Pulleys
60..........2.630
330........7.376
1/8.........11.282 @ 62.92 mph
1000......14.675
ET...........17.528 @ 78.44 mph

Average of 6 runs from June 28 (very hot 102) Ingnition Solutions Plasma Directs went on the car
60...........2.598
330.........7.302
1/8..........11.218 @ 62.95 mph
1000.......14.557
ET............17.396 @ 79.03

Average of 8 runs from July 12 (very hot 105) ACT Clutch installed, Denso Irridium Plugs, Header wrapped
60...........2.591
330.........7.284
1/8..........11.142 @ 63.47 mph
1000.......14.500
ET............17.316 @ 79.50 mph

Here is the average of 3 test and tune runs from 4/23 before the season began (Cooler 83) perspective
60...........2.730
330.........No data
1/8..........11.486 @ 62.44 mph
1000.......14.917
ET............17.786 @ 78.09 mph

Here is the data from my fastest run of the season so far
60............2.533
330..........7.150
1/8...........10.976 @ 64.31 mph
1000........14.318
ET.............17.129 @ 80.23 mph

I guess things are moving in the right direction. I hope you find this info useful. I really like the clutch.

civicsrule16

dude im running faster than that with a completly stock car.

civicsrule16

is the ACT clutch any better than a Clutch Masters clutch?

FamilyMan

Dude you're not at 4225 feet elevation either (probably). Come race me here and I will kick your butt up one side of the drag strip and down the other.

To answer your other question. I don't know. People have their preferences. It just seems like a lot of CMs fail early around here.

TOOLOWCIVIC

Hey FamilyMan, what all do you have done under the hood?

FamilyMan

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Jon

I wonder what you would run in south florida?? do you know of any conversion factor (probably not likely) that will account for the elevation/lower your e.t. by adjusting to sea level (where i live)?? I haven't been able to drag race week after week due to the rain almost every day here, but depending on what your car runs i think i could at least give you a little competition??? (or make it amusing for you at least lol). If i really concentrate and not bullsh*t i can get consistent high .5's for r/t; plus i would enjoy comparing shifting style to learn/get advice??? i dunno, but i'd love to feel the difference of a new clutch and i think it kicks *** you chirp in third but have you noticed your 60' getting higher because of chirping in third or getting lower because overall your shifts are faster?

FamilyMan

You can see from the numbers above that my 60' has gone down. By the time I'm shifting to 3rd, I'm way past 60' though. I want to try some drag radials next, but funds are tight, and I just became unemployed Monday. I am traveling down to Las Vegas Fri and Sat to race there. They are about 1/2 the elevation as I am here, so we'll see what happens.

Jon

I've been told drag radials have a negative effect on our stock axles and that an aftermarket axle would have to be in order to support the drag's. i know moroso makes an axle for import applications and was wondering if you've heard anything about this?? i was told specifically what the negative effect was, but i can't remember what the hell it was. i hope you know what i'm talking about or i just rambled...

FamilyMan

If someone would make a limited slip for our cars, it would help massive. Basically, a drag radial will impart more force to the drive. More stress? I haven't heard anything bad about it yet. We'll see some day.

TEKNIQ

Its going to be at least 115^ out there.......

FamilyMan

I know, but it's been 106 and 103 the last times I have raced here.

nongv

will the 4 and 6 puck be any good for just bolt on on the car? will it wear faster with the 4 and 6 puck disc?