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Old Aug 28, 2007 | 06:58 PM
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For those that have the JWT clutch can you tell me the difference? I'm thinking about upgrading but I definitely do not want something heavier than my already heavy (IMO) '04 clutch. Thanks.

Edit: I'm talking about the force required to push down the clutch pedal, not the weight of the actual clutch/flywheel (I know it's lighter).

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ALOT lighter.
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Old Aug 28, 2007 | 07:16 PM
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I assume your talking weight difference but how about the required force to depress the clutch pedal for shifting?
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Old Aug 28, 2007 | 07:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Ichigo
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I assume your talking weight difference but how about the required force to depress the clutch pedal for shifting?
You're correct, I'm actually talking about the force required to depress the clutch pedal. Let me re-edit my post to clarify that.
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Old Aug 28, 2007 | 07:25 PM
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Originally Posted by phorbo007
You're correct, I'm actually talking about the force required to depress the clutch pedal. Let me re-edit my post to clarify that.
No difference ---With hydraulics there seldomly is, less you go radical
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Old Aug 28, 2007 | 07:50 PM
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No difference ---With hydraulics there seldomly is, less you go radical
That sucks I was actually hoping it was lighter.
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 12:56 PM
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I actually wish it was heavier, the light one feel like your driving a toy, if I let my girlfriend drive the g I'm sure she would complain but shes a girl, man up. ever drive an evo or m3?
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In life, you adapt to that you cant control.....Or you Whine. Two Choices
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THE FORCE REQUIRED TO PUSH THE CLUTCH DOWN IS LIGHTER.

Jesus christ . . . . . why would you think I meant otherwise.
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 01:03 PM
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Fabricate a Heavy spring to give the illusion and peace of mind needed
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 01:33 PM
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Originally Posted by terps
I actually wish it was heavier, the light one feel like your driving a toy, if I let my girlfriend drive the g I'm sure she would complain but shes a girl, man up. ever drive an evo or m3?
You have a G though, and your clutch is lighter. My brother has an 04 g35c and he was complaining about how heavy my Z's clutch was.
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 01:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Eazzzzzzy
In life, you adapt to that you cant control.....Or you Whine. Two Choices
I'll do both.
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 06:06 PM
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I just went with the jwt clutch and flywheel, the clutch feels a lot easier and I do a LOT of stop and go traffic.
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Old Jul 30, 2008 | 06:18 PM
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I am in the same boat...i want a lighter clutch in my 04. If I replace with an newer model Z will that change the hydraulic pressure needed?
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Old Jul 30, 2008 | 06:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Trackster
I am in the same boat...i want a lighter clutch in my 04. If I replace with an newer model Z will that change the hydraulic pressure needed?
Just go with the JWT, you will be very happy with it....I have yet to install one that the owner didn't like
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Old Jul 30, 2008 | 07:11 PM
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Ok so this will feel similar to an 05 clutch? Also do you suggest the flywheel..like i said alot of stop and go traffic as i am driving to sales meetings all day..
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Old Jul 30, 2008 | 07:21 PM
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not to be a dick, but is the stock Z clutch REALLY that heavy...?
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Old Jul 30, 2008 | 08:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Trackster
Ok so this will feel similar to an 05 clutch? Also do you suggest the flywheel..like i said alot of stop and go traffic as i am driving to sales meetings all day..
I took for granted you were inquiring about the complete unit---The 14 LB JWT FW is easy to drive in all traffic.....It is almost half the weight of the OEM FW which is 28 LBs
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Old Jul 30, 2008 | 08:26 PM
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Yes it is heavy to me...i drive my bro's 06 and find it better...as i am due for a new one why not try to solve the problem..
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Old Jul 30, 2008 | 11:11 PM
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so i see no ACT clutch kit and fw was mentioned in this thread... does anyone have experience with it? how is it compare to stock? is it easier to drive in shifting and engagement-wise.
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