Aftermarket clutches?

[Type R Positive]

Are DC5 and Euro clutches the same? It seems like it from what I have read.
Anyone got aftermarket clutch in their euro?

[Chris_F]

i have a jdm dc5r flywheel and an exedy clutch designed for dc5r... they fit and work just the same

[Type R Positive]

Did you notice a big difference in clutch action and a big difference with engine response?

[ZEi20T]

is the flywheel lighter on the JDM models? how much did u get it for if you dont mind me asking?

[Chris_F]

the clutch feels a bit heavier and the take up point is much more on/off compared to the standard unit. Other than that I've found it to be fine for everyday driving. The exedy one i have is also a bit noisier compared to stock.

The flywheel from the JDM DC5R is significantly lighter than the standard flywheel in the DC5's in Australia. 4.7kg vs. about 8-9kg for the standard accord euro flywheel.

I personally loved how the car felt after getting it installed and that one modification alone (combined with aftermarket clutch) did more for the responsiveness of the car and how it accelerated than I/H/E combined.

The flywheel itself was about $450 brand new from honda japan, the exedy clutch about 450 or so aswell, labour was about 300. Not cheap but when you consider most exhausts systems go for about the same and do relatively little in comparison its a bang for the buck modification... no doubt in my mind anyway.

[ZEi20T]

expensive? nah thats pretty cheap IMO. all up $1200 for it all installed is pretty good considering you are getting a flywheel too.

4.7kg ay? hmm seems quite light. any stalling problems? i want to change the clutch in my Euro when i get some cash. im used to a 1080kg job and that was light to me lol the stock clutch isnt 'sporty' enough for my liking.

what was the rating of the pressure plate in the exedy kit?

[Chris_F]

Yea i agree, some people just prefer visible/audible mods - you dont get wank factor with a flywheel and clutch haha.

yea 4.7kg is quite light and weighs about the same as the exedy flywheel so i went for it because it was slightly cheaper and guaranteed honda quality.

I didn't like the stock clutch to much either, just felt too spongey. I was happy with the more aggressive feel of the exedy. From memory it was rated to 400hp.

I stalled the car a few times when i first drove it because the flywheel and clutch combo is a fair bit more jerky on take off and you need to give it a few more revs (500rpm extra or so) to take off smoothly. I wouldn't want to go any lighter than 4.5kg or so because of this. Once you get used to it though its ok also a bit easier once the clutch starts wearing in a bit and is less on/off

[Type R Positive]

Cheers for the words Chris!
Did you get organic or ceremetallic clutch?

[Chris_F]

I got the organic and have been really happy with it

[ZEi20T]

thanks for the info Chris! i take it you drive the car daily to go for a full faced organic clutch?

a button clutch might be a little too agressive for the gearbox, things might begin to break!

[Type R Positive]

a button clutch might be a little too agressive for the gearbox, things might begin to break!
Nah, not on Honda's mate. Even civic gearboxes handle well over 400hp very easily.........

[ZEi20T]

wow im quite surprised! i worry when i flat change my euro and i get a clunk. ive since stopped doing it :P

but its good to know i can mod for a bit and not have to worry about blowing a box. if i do, it will be a good excuse to convert to AWD from the wagon model.

[Chris_F]

thanks for the info Chris! i take it you drive the car daily to go for a full faced organic clutch?

a button clutch might be a little too agressive for the gearbox, things might begin to break!

yep the car is a daily driver.

I didn't go for a button clutch for practicality reasons (they aren't that much more expensive). turtleEK1 has a button clutch in his ek sedan and there seems to be no reliability issues. Mugen also offers a button clutch for the K series gearbox so they can probably take it :thumbsup:

I chose the organicto make the clutch a bit firmer and 'sportier' feeling.

[ZEi20T]

ohh cmon it isnt sporty unless the clutch is like pushing a brick into a block of concrete :P

i understand what you mean however :)

[Chris_F]

lol pushing a brick into a block of concrete doesn't sound like an enjoyable driving experience...

[ZEi20T]

nah it was fun once you built up the muscles in your left leg :) and damn that clutch hooked up!

in comparison, i found my wifes ex-corolla's clutch hard to push after driving the euro for a week. before that, the clutch on the corolla was like the throttle on my S15.

as light as the clutch is in the euro, its very grippy, but some days i have trouble with the friction point. i think a fluid change is in order sometime soon

[petsfact]

my euro drive best when i wear colorado shoes, always release and throttle precisely on that friction point, it sux when i wear my nike. i don't know its just something i can't adjust myself... :(

[ZEi20T]

thinkness of the sole of the shoe? i had the same problem wearing my work shoes in the S15, couldnt drive for shit. easy in my royals! with the euro i found it an overall easier car to drive so i can wear thongs even and i can still drive :)