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Old May 11, 2020 | 01:35 PM
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Can anyone help? there used to be the option of AP or Helix but everywhere is currently saying they no longer sell or stock the AP clutch?

I have a helix 6 paddle fitted but I simply cannot stand it. Its just too harsh. I have experience with the old AP paddle clutch and it was a very usable item with the adjustable pedal mod set up correctly. Id be interested in both the AP paddle and the higher grade organic type.

Car spec is forged, cnc head, cam, p8, t34.48 but I wont be pushing the limits of boost.

I need to find somewhere that might have a AP as old stock or a better option than helix.
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Try C.G motorsport for a clutch .
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Old May 14, 2020 | 10:13 AM
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Try C.G motorsport for a clutch .
Do you know if they do an option that supports 2 bar boost on a t34.48? likely to be high 200s/ 300bhp and matching torque?

And any idea if they are easier operation than the helix?
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Old May 14, 2020 | 11:46 AM
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Originally Posted by rsmark86
Do you know if they do an option that supports 2 bar boost on a t34.48? likely to be high 200s/ 300bhp and matching torque?

And any idea if they are easier operation than the helix?

They make a vast array of clutches , ring them .
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Those clutch kits look good and at a sensible price. Do you use one mat?
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Originally Posted by Rsmat
They make a vast array of clutches , ring them .
I rang them today, and they said they make clutches that handle the power with ease but won’t be any softer than a helix

they actually advised to convert to hydraulic
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Originally Posted by dazrsturbo
Those clutch kits look good and at a sensible price. Do you use one mat?

No mate , I bought the last 3 clutch kits from AP CP-2000-35 when I heard they was being discontinued .

Thats a bummer, I thought they made a decent clutch better than the helix.
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no mate , i bought the last 3 clutch kits from ap cp-2000-35 when i heard they was being discontinued .

Thats a bummer, i thought they made a decent clutch better than the helix.
sell me one! Lol
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