CLUTCH, Hydraulic vs Linkage

Jeff Lee · 10-22-2012, 08:30 PM

My opinion is they have no place with a TRUE race clutch setup; i.e., adjustable sindered-iron clutch disk. These are designed to have a controlled amount of slippage on launch with an immediate release of the throwout bearing from the levers by way of mechanical linkage.
A Hydraulic system MAY be good for something like a diaphragm clutch assembly which engages more like an "on/off" switch on engagement. But I haven't put a lot of thought into that...
The question should be why do you think you need a hydraulic system in a race car? Have you put your foot on a race unit that is properly designed? I think your average Civic has more resistance.

10-22-2012, 08:30 PM	#2
Jeff Lee VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Anthem, Arizona Posts: 2,766 Likes: 0 Liked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: CLUTCH, Hydraulic vs Linkage My opinion is they have no place with a TRUE race clutch setup; i.e., adjustable sindered-iron clutch disk. These are designed to have a controlled amount of slippage on launch with an immediate release of the throwout bearing from the levers by way of mechanical linkage. A Hydraulic system MAY be good for something like a diaphragm clutch assembly which engages more like an "on/off" switch on engagement. But I haven't put a lot of thought into that... The question should be why do you think you need a hydraulic system in a race car? Have you put your foot on a race unit that is properly designed? I think your average Civic has more resistance. __________________ Jeff Lee 7494 D/S '70 AMX