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Old Mar 13, 2012 | 06:41 PM
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2005 r50 clutch replacement

Im getting ready to change my clutch on my 2005 r50 non s 5 speed manual transmission. Im thinking of upgrading from the stock clutch and flywheel. looking at either a spec clutch and aluminum flywheel or a clutchmasters clutch and aluminum flywheel. Has anyone used either of these and if so which would be the best for me.
 
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Old Mar 20, 2012 | 09:51 AM
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does any one have any replies to my post.
 
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Old Mar 21, 2012 | 10:13 AM
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I never had an aftermarket clutch on my midlands before I replaced it, but I'm getting some nice performance and feel out of ACT clutch/pressure plate/flywheel set (EDIT) on my getrag.
 
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Old Mar 21, 2012 | 10:41 AM
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From what I've seen so far, it sounds like the biggest issue with performance clutches is longevity. Personally, I would opt for OEM or Valeo.
 
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Old Mar 21, 2012 | 11:58 AM
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You should have the Getrag transmission in your 05 and I haven't seen any performance clutches of flywheels for that transmission.

I have thought about getting my flywheel lightened at a machine shop when it comes time to put in a new clutch.
 
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