Which Performance Clutch is right for me?
Organic/Organic:
Typically considered a "stock" clutch both in the way it feels, and in cost.
Aftermarket organic clutches are generally better than the OEM clutch you get from your dealer. This is due to the better quality materials used and the quality of the manufacturing process and QC. Some companies also offer higher plate loads as options to the standard plate thus giving the clutch better holding ability than its OE counterpart.
(Suited to trucks without or only minor power modifications)
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Kevlar/Kevlar:
Kevlar clutches are becoming more popular, but the pricing of kevlar facings/buttons are the highest of all facings so expect to pay more for a Kevlar clutch. The benefits, extended life, very durable, good driving manners. Depending on pressure plate load, full kevlar clutches can be used by stock trucks to moderately modified trucks up to 450HP. They also allow enough slip for use in vehicles that tow frequently. Pedal pressure is typically a little higher than factory pedal pressure depending on plate pressure (3200#, 3400#, 3800#).
Ideally suited to stock to moderate power modifications with 350-450HP.
(Great towing clutch)
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Ceramic/Kevlar:
Utilizing two different buttons on the clutch disc these clutches are aimed at the moderate performance trucks. Driving manners are very good for everyday driving and towing. Take-offs are relatively smooth and offer more slip and forgiveness than the ceramic/ceramic clutches. While the holding power for the Kevlar faced clutch is higher than the organic/organic faced clutches, the main advantage is less wear on the flywheel and longer life. Pedal pressure is typically a little higher than factory pedal pressure depending on plate pressure (3400#, 3800#). Drive train and Hydraulic upgrades are not usually required. Some clutch rattle may be noticed while idling in neutral due to the HD Hub Design.
Ideally suited to trucks with moderate performance power modifications with 350-500HP.
(Good towing clutch)
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Ceramic/Ceramic:
These clutches utilize ceramic buttons on both sides of the clutch disc and are aimed at the high performance trucks, these are the best of bad single disc clutches . Driving manners are very performance oriented with no clutch slip, basically the clutch is in, or it is out. Great holding capacity for highly modified trucks, the only way you will get more holding power is to go to a Dual Disc Clutch setup. Ceramic is a very hard material so typically flywheel wear is more noticeable using a ceramic clutch than with other materials. Pedal pressure is typically a little higher than factory pedal pressure depending on plate pressure(3200#, 3400#, 3800#). Drive train and Hydraulic upgrades are recommended. Some clutch rattle may be noticed while idling in neutral.
Ideally suited to trucks with high performance power modifications with 500-600HP.
(Not recommended for towing)
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