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2006 Replacement Clutch

Posted: Sun Jun 14, 2020 7:39 pm
by ToddW187
Well, I'm pretty sure my clutch is finally giving up the ghost in my 2006 5-speed. When I'm driving along in gear, giving it some beans (not even all the beans) causes the engine to rev without taking the transmission along for the ride. Could this be some kind of adjustment in the pedal, or is it definitely time for a new clutch? (120k miles, 6 or so owners so the history is unknown) If it is the clutch, what's the recommendation on replacing the flywheel?

I've left the car pretty much stock except for a front bar and Bilstein B6 shocks (and intend to leave it that way). Since I do as much autocross with it as I can, it looks like the Exedy Stage 1 clutch kit would be right for me, but I'm hesitant to double my money to do the lightweight flywheel. I'd also like to be able to make the next local autocross in 2 weeks, and I'm not sure if it's realistic to get the stock flywheel resurfaced in that timeframe.

Thanks for your insight and advice!

Re: 2006 Replacement Clutch

Posted: Mon Jun 15, 2020 8:40 am
by Brian
Yep, sounds like clutch slip.

Re: 2006 Replacement Clutch

Posted: Mon Jun 15, 2020 9:29 am
by ToddW187
Thanks Brian,

I've been doing some research on the different options available for clutch and flywheel. I see that there are different clutch kits for the 5-speed vs the 6-speed. Is there any difference in the flywheel for the 5-speed vs the 6-speed transmission?

Thanks again!

Re: 2006 Replacement Clutch

Posted: Mon Jun 15, 2020 10:08 am
by Brian
Flywheels are the same for all versions of the manual NC transmissions.

Re: 2006 Replacement Clutch

Posted: Mon Jun 15, 2020 2:21 pm
by ToddW187
Thanks once again, Brian :D

Re: 2006 Replacement Clutch

Posted: Fri Jan 19, 2024 5:00 pm
by JJDGraz
Hi Brian,

Please confirm that the item I bought (below) will fit on an '04 MSM.

61-3478-UL XCLUTCH Happy Meal Combo -
Complete Flywheel and Clutch
Kit, Ultralight 10.3 lb

Thanks!

Re: 2006 Replacement Clutch

Posted: Fri Jan 19, 2024 6:26 pm
by Brian
YES, that works on MSM.

Re: 2006 Replacement Clutch

Posted: Fri Feb 02, 2024 1:35 pm
by JJDGraz
Thanks Brian!

Your staff was able to ship my order quickly. And directly to the shop here in San Diego.

The tech had a tough time replacing the engine mounts. And the Clutch master cylinder was replaced with stock.

I love the throttle response on the light flywheel. And the clutch grab is secure at any rpm.

Lola feels much more peppy now.

Thanks!