Exedy Buying Guide for Onroad & Offroad Performance
Author: Josh Date Posted:10 January 2023
Author: Josh
When choosing a new Exedy clutch kit, there are multiple factors to take into consideration before you purchase. Whether you’re looking to upgrade to a heavy duty 4x4 clutch kit to increase offroad performance, a spring loaded cushion button kit to hit the track with or if you’re just after an OE replacement to get the vehicle back on the road. We’ve developed this Exedy clutch kit buying guide to help you wrap your head around everything clutches.
The role of the clutch is to disconnect the engine from the rest of your driveline to prevent your vehicle’s engine from stalling as soon as you stop as well as facilitate smooth gear shifts.At the rear of your engine is a large metal disc called a flywheel which the clutch plate and pressure plate are bolted to.When you release your foot off the clutch pedal the pressure plate pushes into the clutch plate which then pushes into the flywheel, the high friction brake pad like material on the clutch plate bites into the flywheel and is locked into each other which sends drive to the wheels via the gearbox. |
There are several reasons why you should consider choosing Exedy clutches for your vehicle. First, Exedy is a well-respected and trusted brand in the automotive industry, known for producing high-quality and reliable products. Their clutches are no exception, offering excellent performance and durability. In addition, Exedy offers a wide range of clutches to fit a variety of vehicles and applications, so you can find the perfect one for your specific needs. Another advantage of Exedy clutches is that they are backed by a strong warranty, giving you peace of mind and protection against any potential defects or issues. Overall, choosing an Exedy clutch is a smart decision that will provide you with excellent performance and reliability for your vehicle.
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Just like any other vehicle, component clutches are constantly wearing down over time and should be replaced as soon as signs of clutch failure begin. By principal clutches are constantly losing material every time it is engaged so wear and tear of clutches is an inevitable reality. On top of general wear and tear there are many things that can reduce the overall life of your clutch if you’re not aware. Most problems occur around the clutch plate with the reduction of friction material resulting in failure to grip to the flywheel known as clutch slip. Premature clutch friction material deterioration in cars is generally caused by putting more load into the system that the clutch can handle leading to clutch slip. Examples of extra load include heavy towing or steel accessories, power upgrades or even fitting larger tyres.
If you’re a relatively serious offroader or performance head and have heavy accessories fitted to the vehicle, power upgrades, tunes, high towing requirements etc, the short answer is: definitely yes. If any of the before mentioned criteria applies to you, you’re probably asking more from your clutch than it was physically designed to handle. This is especially the case for later model cars as the standard units are so limited that a 10hp upgrade would invalidate any warranties surrounding the clutch which begs the question, how would serious off roading or high performance driving hold up with my clutch then? If you feel like your car’s clutch isn’t working as hard as it used to, it's more than likely a slipping clutch and you’re in prime position to get yourself a clutch upgrade.
Heavy duty clutches are definitely a spectrum and the biggest most powerful upgrade isn’t always the best, you need to take into account your torque and towing requirements prior to selecting the perfect clutch for you. The last thing you want is a clutch with too much bite and drives as hard as a rock, best believe an overpowered clutch will chew out just as fast and an underpowered one. This is why Exedy offers a VAST range of standard and upgraded clutches to suit various lifestyles.
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With advanced dampening mechanisms, premium quality friction facings, and high quality cover assemblies, EXEDY clutch kits guarantee correct fit and function every time.
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If you have any further questions, you can always speak to one of our experts for advice on 02 8711 9711
