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Old Jan 1, 2012 | 03:03 PM
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iv got both clutch/covers sitting here,ap is 4 paddle/alcon is 6 paddle, the car is road going spec with cable, it will be running in an round 350-380bhp?

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Old Jan 1, 2012 | 03:09 PM
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I'd use 6 paddle mate.. It will feel alot better than 4 for your power... But depends what you using it for.. Road car or track car.
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Old Jan 1, 2012 | 03:31 PM
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6 paddle imo andy
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Old Jan 1, 2012 | 04:43 PM
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I have a Alcon 6 paddle in mine, drives ok.

Never tried a 4 paddle but would say its more On or Off than a 6 paddle.

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Old Jan 1, 2012 | 04:46 PM
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steve is your on a cable?
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Old Jan 1, 2012 | 05:47 PM
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steve is your on a cable?
Yes mate, never had one snap either (touchwood lol)

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Old Jan 3, 2012 | 09:13 AM
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i would use the alcon 6 paddle - as its got a lighter pedal feel than the AP.
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Old Jan 4, 2012 | 08:38 PM
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i'd go 6 paddle, mine felt fine on cable. proper light on hydro
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Old Jan 4, 2012 | 08:58 PM
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Old Jan 7, 2012 | 05:01 PM
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id go 6 paddle with standard cover
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Old Jan 7, 2012 | 05:23 PM
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At that power i'd be hardcore and run motorcraft!
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