[Tigers] Long or diaphragm clutch pressure plate???

[Ron Fraser]

Mauro
	It is my understanding that the diaphragm style applies more even
pressure to the disc, works better over a larger rpm range and has a lighter
clutch action.  The long style has 3 arms that release the clutch disc; can
be stiff to clutch at high rpm and generally has a heavier clutch action.
The diaphragm style clutch is the current choice in most of today's cars.

Pressure plate is generally the same diameter and the disc plate; measure
your pressure plate.

A larger disc has more surface area and will handle more Torque.

I would go for a diaphragm style if I was replacing my clutch and most
likely the Centerforce kit.

Ron Fraser

-----Original Message-----
From: tigers-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:tigers-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of MAURO D'ANGELO
Sent: Tuesday, April 13, 2010 7:58 PM
To: TIGERS at autox.team.net
Subject: [Tigers] Long or diaphragm clutch pressure plate???


Hi all,

OK, so I am getting closer to deciding on a clutch for my Tiger...  Now I
have just two questions left.  First, is anyone running a diaphragm pressure
plate?  I think Doug Jennings recommended that over the stock Long one. I
meant to call him today but did not have a chance. Anyone have any idea if
the diaphragm is better than the stock Long type?

Second question:  I'm looking at the RAM Muscle Car clutch (Long) and the
McLeod 75113 (diaphragm) at Summit Racing.  The Ram has a 10.5 inch disc,
and the McLeod a 10 inch disc.  Will the 10.5 inch work with my stock 160
(157) tooth flywheel?  Is there any noticeable benefit to going with the
larger disc?  I wish this were an easy decision!

Thanks a lot for the help!

Mauro
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