Hey guys, I'm getting ready to have my rear main seal done because I just can't take it anymore and now that my clutch slipping, I have no choice but to fix it promptly. My car is going to maintain being a daily driver with a few mods here and there. I have no plans on passing 200 hp if I even make that. Should I got with the Rally Kit HD Stage 1 clutch or the TZ Kit Stage 2 clutch from South Bend Clutch? I'm leaning toward Stage 1 but I'm not 100% sure if that's the right move. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Honestly this is the clutch I got and its amazing. I have a bit done to my engine too. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/F1-RACING-STAGE-1-CLUTCH-KIT-95-MITSUBISHI-ECLIPSE-GS_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trkparmsZ72Q3a1205Q7c66Q3a2Q7c65Q3a12Q7c39Q3a1Q7c240Q3a1318Q7c301Q3a1Q7c293Q3a1Q7c294Q3a50QQ_trksidZp3286Q2ec0Q2em14QQhashZitem5189c228ddQQitemZ350203554013QQptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories#ht_2595wt_790

IMO any stage 1 clutch would do. That clutch I linked to is rated for 230hp.

+1 for the F-1 (or the PT Cruiser).

For $200 will hold any NA application. I'm running it right now with the daily (5k on it) no problems.

Captain Caveman

96 RS Turbo 11.414 @ 119.62 MSNS, Crower 2 NA cams, BW366, 10.5 comp, UDP, 60mm TB, W/A intercooler, 3.55 tranny 567.9whp 430tq
97 RS NA 13.188 @ 103.87 MSnS powered 12.5 comp, Crower 3's and 219.4whp with 175tq
98 RS DD 12.5 comp on stock ECU, LTH, Crower 2's, Koni, GC, Hypercoil, DG hats
99 OZ 5sp Stocker 15.856 @ 85.97
99 GS stocker auto 17.7@77mph!

wiki home page:http://www.2gnt.com/index.php?d=bullettdsm

+2 for the f1 racing clutch. just installed mine 3 weeks ago.

+3 for the f1. I just installed it a few weeks ago and havent had a problem with it since. Ive got a CAI, UDP, catback exhaust, a 60MM TB, and a venom Intake Manifold. It seems to hold really well, I haven't had a slip yet. Im not sure what hp im putting out, but that gives you a general idea of what its handling for me.

Thanks everyone. I guess I will be taking a look at the F1. The shop will do the Rear Main Seal and the Cluch for me for $300.00.

that sounds about right. good luck with it, I dont think you will be disappointed.

Hey guys, I finally purchased the clutch. I can't wait to get this baby in. I'm really questioning if I can just do the install myself? What do you think guys?

Yes you can. Here's a write up in the Wiki that I did on removal;

http://www.2gnt.com/index.php?d=Removing%20your%20transmission

Just to give you an idea of what it takes. Obviously, you just need to take your flexplate off for the rear main seal.

Captain Caveman

96 RS Turbo 11.414 @ 119.62 MSNS, Crower 2 NA cams, BW366, 10.5 comp, UDP, 60mm TB, W/A intercooler, 3.55 tranny 567.9whp 430tq
97 RS NA 13.188 @ 103.87 MSnS powered 12.5 comp, Crower 3's and 219.4whp with 175tq
98 RS DD 12.5 comp on stock ECU, LTH, Crower 2's, Koni, GC, Hypercoil, DG hats
99 OZ 5sp Stocker 15.856 @ 85.97
99 GS stocker auto 17.7@77mph!

wiki home page:http://www.2gnt.com/index.php?d=bullettdsm

if you have any questions, feel free. Its pie. not bad at all.

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