A stage 1 clutch is built for street cars that are mildly modified. The clutch has increased clamp loads that allow the capacity to handle the modified engines of the street cars.
A Stage 1 clutch is the introductory level clutch used in cars used for daily driving. Stage 2 and greater clutches are designed for racing applications.
It's a form of speed where there car is at full speed before it reaches it's climax and transitions into a stage 3 clutch.
No, a clutch has nothing to do with effeciency of the engine.
You should use the clutch anytime you shift, up or down. It is possible to downshift without the clutch, when there is little torque involved, such as slowing for a stop, but that still causes momentary high torque on the engine and transmissioin components. There is usually a torque spreader inside that will handle these torque transients, but it is designed to only handle the momentum of the transmission and final stage clutch, not the input stage clutch and engine.
its your tranny, you probably damaged the teeth on 1st gear or your syncros went out, if all gears are not going in then its your clutch
you should honestly change a lot more than just your clutch a stock d16 will not last long with a turbo pushing it! but yes i would, stage 1 or 2 exedy clutch would be prime!
You can find a Stage 2 or 3 clutch on eBay for about the same price as you could buy and OME clutch at your local autoparts store. About 150 for the clutch, and 100 to 300 for installation (depending on the mechenic). -Antwon00
1. Cumulus stage 2. Mature stage 3. Dissipating stage
Yes, unless you want your clutch to have a very short lifespan. There should be 1/2 inch between the throwout bearing and the clutch brake, and at least 1-1/2 inches of free play in the clutch pedal.
1. Air in the hydrulic clutch line 2. Bent aluminum clutch pedal
1/2 inch, with 1-1/2 inches of free play in the clutch.
Stage 1