Clutch recommendation

[novadude]

Something to consider about parts store clutches (Luk, etc) and high winding engines:

Centerforce tech dept told me the centerforce pressure plate has a ductile iron pressure ring (as did Hays). I believe some of the cheaper kits OEM replacement kits use a grey iron pressure ring, which has a higher chance of exiting the bellhousing in pieces when abused. I've never had any luck getting the OEM clutch people to answer any tech questions about the materials they use. You'll also find that many of the clutch companies use stamped covers from the same suppliers, as there are only one or two companies making the components than go into these clutches. All the "manufacturers" just source the components and build the assemblies to their own specs.

I suspect (don't know for sure) that the pressure ring material (ductile vs cast)is the difference between a $200 pressure plate and a $100 pressure plate.