I got a little scared of the harsh engagement and went with the stage 3. The installation was pretty simple. Only one bolt on the bellhousing was a real pain and it was behind the starter. Other than that it was a breeze. About 4 hours from start to finish. If you decide to change clutch ask for some pointers form us who have changed one as we can save you some time.

First impression after 20 miles of stop and go driving:

1) Definitelty follow the 500 mile breakin procedure. The clutch feels better and better the more I drive it.
2) You will notice that the engagement is pretty close to the floor. In other words, pedal all the way to the floor clutch disengaged, pedal up about an inch clutch engagaged fully. A pretty short stroke right next to the floor. Clutchmasters says as the clutch gets seated and breaks in that distance may double and be closer to normal.
3) Be ready to build some leg muscles. Although it is nothing compared to the old high torque non-hydraulic clutches of the late 60's early '70's I would guess the pedal pressure is approximately 2 times the stock. You will no longer be setting with the clutch pushed in for 5 minutes while you carry on a conversation.
4) The engagement is crisp and I fully expect the full power shifts to be quite impressive.


I would definitely recommend it so far. A good compromise between performance and drivability. I will keep you informed as I get it broke in further until the day when I can put the pedal down and build 14 psi of boost again!!

Clay

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Clay

Mods-Hahn Stage 3 Turbo/Hi-Flow Cat, Greddy RS BOV/Profec B Spec 2, MagnaFlow Cat Back, Eibach Sportline Springs, GM High Perf. Sway Bars, Koing "Unknown" Rims w/ Bridgestone RE01R Tires, RK Sport Body Kit/Ram Air Hood/Spoiler/Rear Valence, Vertical Doors Solstice Kit, Autometer Fuel Press,Boost Gauge, Autometer Digital Shift Light, AEM Wideband A/F Meter, Dark Walnut Woodgrain Dash Kit, Clutchmasters Stage 3 Clutch, Kicker 8" Sub/Alpine 6.5"/Blaupunkt 3.5" Speakers, MSD DashHawk, etc.