The Best Clutch Money Can Buy? XClutch Twin Disc

We recently noticed a new clutch brand to us that's been gaining popularity in the time attack crowd. In this video Mike takes a look at the XClutch twin disc clutch we're going to be giving a try in our Project Subaru STI!
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[@pablorages1241]

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[@Andrew49683]

How’s it holding up?

[@shawnsquires2716]

how is it? I have heard that lightweight flywheels make launching hard

[@malcolmduncan3047]

At 8:49 the undercut for the drive dog is there to act as stress relief. If there was just a square corner, this is where a crack is likely to propagate from, ultimately causing failure of the intermediate plate.

[@cherstonwarner2187]

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[@marcushughan5668]

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[@FelixTay69]

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[@Brandondrumkc]

Another awesome video!! I know a clutch is going to be in my near future and this looks like a pretty solid option. Thanks for sharing!

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[@erikg.4217]

I love this man! He's brilliant, and mellow at the same time. BRAVO!

[@Ws98475]

appreciate the effort and thought in putting this video together. it fleshed out what is involved with these types of builds and how a reputable builder would be thinking through a client request(or how someone would hope a reputable builder is thinking through their request). Also appreciated the confirmation on consulting. Once i landed on a builder(i'm in the Northeast), i was wondering if requesting a consulting session is something that is or can be done to talk through a potential build(for a cost) and if those cost could go toward eventual build. While every shop may be different, it was good to see this is not an uncommon practice. If I may make a recommendation, it would be a great to see a follow up video reviewing what a customer should look for and be prepared to discuss when "interviewing' potential builders and what they should be prepared for(a consulting fee...shops worked hard for that knowledge). An educated customer, is a happy customer and a good customer. Thank you again for this vid. great stuff...it's unfortunate MotoIQ is a bit of a drive for me.

[@htthepunk]

Great content as always!

[@jayman3185]

Quick note: didn't realize this vid was 2 years old! Everything I said still stands tho ^.^ fantastic educational video. Came here trying to research chromoly vs alloy for my mazdadspeed 3 build. I got just that but so much more! I learned a ton about clutches in general from you, everything you said made sense to me ; I can perform basic maintenance but anything else I'm potato brained. Definitely subscribed! ^.^ keep it up my guy.

[@BLoudermilk]

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[@bradleehill9662]

You and dominic acia are my two go to guys for subaru knowledge cantbwait for more videos thanks for helping spread this knowledge

[@m.m8760]

Mike is the best. Always buttery smooth delivery and easy to listen to.

[@tactiletinkerer]

Nice -- multi-plate clutch fibres and steels have been used on motorcycle clutches for years, specifically for the reasons Mike likes this XClutch twin-disc. If you look at the individual plates on say, a Hayabusa, tiny compared to an automotive performance application... but they're also 8 fibres and 7 steels to share transmitting that torque.... love this content, keep it going Mike 👍

[@tnyce616]

I bought this clutch because of you, and I can honestly say, thank you!!! Also I’ve rewatched this video over a dozen times, and it never gets old ❤

[@motoiq]

Great to hear!

[@alfisback2372]

Love the content. Keep up the amazing work 👍👍

[@nushi-ching852]

I could listen to his voice/this video when falling asleep at night, he has an interesting doctor/mechanic voice

[@graver80]

excellent video, very informative.

[@maverick2242]

Brilliant, I will be checking these out, cheers

[@angeloah]

He is a car industry goat, and not a jerk about knowing more about how a car works then anyone I know. His realness comes through in that smile. Embarrassed or whatever to be on camera shows he a cool human.

[@vernonheine5476]

Thx , helping me inprove my skills

[@luisbalderrama8145]

This is fantastic content. Please keep it up. I really dig the energy you deliver when dropping knowledge on us. Stay Safe, -Luis

[@chrispulay9788]

Great video!!

[@RDGarage]

Love your content so much!! This will help me out with the hatchie. ;)

[@NullisNaN]

Love it. Keep up the tech content!

[@iAmFAUST]

Love this, thank you!

[@BrycenKauai]

always the best content!

[@KP18793]

My favorite channel on KZbin.

[@ryandee4255]

Thanks Mike and Motoiq. Always enjoy the in-depth knowledge you’re sharing.

[@LuRyLaMa]

I have the push type version that XClutch makes and i love it... Hella Chatter though but piece off mind of not having a weak clutch is key. I bet this pull design produces a lot less chatter.

[@KahunaOz]

I’ve been running Centerforce Dual Friction Clutch (pn# DF749834) on my 307whp BRZ for 2 years, it’s quite awesome.

[@motoiq]

That is a great clutch for lower power applications like yours, one of our favorites.

[@KahunaOz]

@@motoiq Thanks! That is high praise coming from you!

[@nushi-ching852]

Wow, this guy is GREAT! Keep it up

[@warrenlucier5796]

That looks like a really well thought out twin disc clutch.

[@Javierm0n0]

this thing is beautiful! Definitely gotta keep them in mind.

[@HarleySLA]

Can I just come hang out with Mike and listen to his wisdom for a week? I'd turn wrenches for his wealth of knowledge. Seriously.

[@Fitness195]

Good guy, good content, keep it coming

[@xxbeejay45xx]

Uncle you made me buy this clutch after this video! Thank you so much 🤙🏽

[@motoiq]

You will like it!

[@danny79045]

Damn I love seein all them cars in the back ground 300z Sentra teggy old school maxima rsx bmw tryin to see if that’s a 89 accord baige color

[@ivedonedidit]

This video is the reason I bought this clutch

[@loudmikemedia]

another calming video

[@TripleTapHK]

Interesting. I didn't know about pull type throw out bearings. I wonder if that would help mitigate the higher thrust bearing wear from heavier diaphragm springs.

[@Cutlazz]

Great video

[@islandtrooper4x432]

Thank you Mike much respect

[@pattisonvidal3909]

I can listen to him for days

[@mrpibbsdotcom]

Mike sounds like he used to hang out with Jeff Spicoli. This and his happy demeanour make these a great watch.

[@Persocondes]

i Smashed that like button! shared and commented for the algorithm !

[@adandredestefano]

I'm going to need one of these when I build my Factory 5 818.

[@Jays22b]

ORC dual plate is same thing, I luv it. 400hp 670nm and it is super strong, Using carbon fibre syncro's in my setup and moded shifters, dont know if that makes it different

[@ashishpatel350]

"Annoying to drive slowly like on the highway" Must be a Cali thing 😂

[@luisbalderrama8145]

From Cali, can confirm lol. Either that, or when you are so used to going triple digits, going 65 seems like a crawl. Both of which are funny to consider.

[@Edison73100]

Stop and go freeway traffic, anywhere....

[@ashishpatel350]

@@Edison73100 lol I Kno I'm messing around

[@jredmartinz]

Great content

[@drunk3n_m0nk12]

I just bought one of these to replace an Exedy twin disc with a broken spring after only 8k miles. I can't wait to see the difference. Also can't wait to get 1st and reverse back...

[@Andrew49683]

Have you installed it yet? I’m looking at getting one as well

[@drunk3n_m0nk12]

@@Andrew49683 Not yet. I'm planning on racing at IFO next month so I should have it in by then. I'll report back.

[@THESHADOW97139]

Merci beaucoup, pour le partage !!!

[@jeffarchibald3837]

Nothing revolutionary about this clutch, but very clever combination of all existing designs. Clearly very high quality and terrific attention to detail. Kudos. Just wish it was not a gaudy color.

[@dorianleclair7390]

That's a sweet lookin clutch

[@snuggleseal]

this will be my next clutch on my Evo 6, thank you!

[@indopleaser]

great video. enjoy high tech

[@HollywoodCod]

Well explained

[@TheDrAkira]

I can't stop seeing videos from this guy!!! And now I want a 800hp Subaru STI for some reason... hahahahhha!

[@Tony-ib2vm]

If you're this far in, you have a junk trans or can find one. Cutting the splined portion off of the input shaft is another way to get a metal alignment tool...

[@alejandrobonfiglio506]

Love these videos lots of OG's don't share this type of knowledge freely although I guess they still make something off these vids

[@rivalautosport9228]

Funny thing about the "undercuts" on the floater disc is......it literally may just be the easiest way to machine the ears onto the disc when the end mill (tool used for side cutting in maching) cuts the ears, so that there's no interference from any chamfers between the floater and the flywheel. Usually the "undercuts" are called "Mickey Mouse ears".

[@zokusharuuku1091]

Dang I’ve got that clutch! It’s sorta heavy.. but can definitely handle the power and is super smooth. It’s also amazing for launches, I can use the clutch to determine how much wheel spin I have depending on how fast I let it out and how much rpm I set my launch control to. Makes for a perfect launch every single time no joke.

[@andypacmanperez]

How much power are you making? I just smoked my Act stage 2 after a year 🙃 cannot handle the launches apparently. I'm around 400whp and I also semi-daily the car

[@zokusharuuku1091]

@@andypacmanperez 510whp on low boost right now

[@donovanguerrero7489]

What model of xclutch do you have/is in this video?

[@zokusharuuku1091]

Twin disc organic, can’t remember what stage it is

[@daniellib32]

@@zokusharuuku1091 how's the noise?

[@morganlawless2714]

Pretty sweet

[@creator4413]

Ah man few parts make me more excited to think about adding to my build as a twin disk clutch

[@martingregor6718]

Love this guy

[@javi_335i]

Just got mine installed on my N54 335i. Breaking it in for now👍🏽

[@RickySlickk]

How do you like it? Any extra pedal feel? Any noise or chatter?

[@javi_335i]

@@RickySlickk almost a year later. It started slipping in 6th gear today 😢

[@RickySlickk]

@@javi_335i Oo damn :/ Sorry bro. I think after some research, I feel comfortable going with clutch masters fx250

[@javi_335i]

@@RickySlickk how do you like the clutch? What flywheel did you use? How much HP does it Handle?

[@RickySlickk]

@@javi_335i haven’t pulled the trigger on it yet. I’m N/A and their fx250 is basically a street clutch. Assuming you’re pushing big boost they have different applications for your needs. For the flywheel I’m thinking JB racing

[@rustyshackleford81]

What's the word on rebuilding or replacing clutch disks on this in the future? I don't see any parts support online. Thoughts on this?

[@HondaWagovan]

Super heavy clutches also put extra wear upon the firewall and other parts that interact with the clutch, like clutch fork, pedal box. I know this because I had a stage 2 cermetallic three puck clutch, worst idea ever. I broke some weld points on my firewall, cracked the torque tube on the pedal box assembly, bent my clutch fork, popped the slave and master clutch cylinder on my 2010 WRX. I think the only good thing to come from that was I learned how to install a dash, and clutch system into the car, along with some added bracing.

[@motoiq]

Not to mention your crank thrust bearing.

[@xpeacemaster]

I've read thats why you match it to the power you are making, any extra grip ends up breaking stuff way faster. I'd also go as far as saying those platforms are crap too, I know 3 guys with 4 blown motors between them. One guy's brand new oem replacement from Subaru developed rod knock breaking it on on the freeway on the way back from the dealer.

[@HondaWagovan]

@@xpeacemaster Yes you match your clutch to the torque you are making but when your power requirements require a very high effort clutch is will put lots of stress on the above parts of the clutch system I mentions and the thrust bearings. You will need to upgrade all of the above and add bracing to your firewall unless you like your firewall popping and making all sort of unpleasant sounds. And most people that make moderate gains often ignore all the supporting clutch upgrades. I learned this lesson the hard way and preach not making much power unless you can afford the other parts.

[@RF-zn8xx]

Thats a common problem on wrx and sti from 08-14. Cost me 1500

[@xpeacemaster]

@@RF-zn8xx they straight up are hoon-worthy out of the box, no oil pan baffle, and they have oil pumps that can't even keep up with spirited driving. I wanted an sti for a few years until I read enough on NASIOC. Then theres the bearings and tolerances that lead everyone to eventually doing a full rebuild at some point. They do sound nice though lol. They aren't as bad as every bmw motor made after the s54 though, but bad enough to be in the conversation.

[@pafsrh4744]

awesome

[@Babybluem2]

Hey Mike, I love your channel. Would you still recommend this clutch? I have a BMW M2 with about 685whp and am in need of a new clutch. Thank you so much!

[@motoiq]

Yes, absolutely

[@shamwaymoonyos9578]

One thing I learned is that the metal alignment tool avoids all that "fiddle farting" :)

[@pirihern9329]

I'm good with Exedy

[@Chitown388]

Great content, thanks MotoIQ! Does XClutch make one for the Porsche 987.1 Cayman S?

[@motoiq]

www.xclutchusa.com/

[@Dextahmane]

That Blue B13 is making me miss mine...

[@MustangGuru]

Where does the engagement start in the peddle range?

[@erniejoel1234]

Is that a B13 SE-R in the back? God iloved those cars. I wish i could find an hnmolested one these days.

[@austinwarren6842]

Bout ready to use my ACT clutch as a damn frisbee...

[@YoungBudPRODUCTION]

mike keep this going :)

[@corvettefever360]

C4 Corvette with ZF6 have a pull type. Oh & 1st gen Dodge Vipers

[@cnknguyen]

Hi Mike.

[@doubletee4391]

Looks like the perfect clutch. now put it in the Sti and let us hear it. Also interested on short term impressions. Specifically how a 11lb flywheel does in a heavy awd, high torque car. My Sti has a 15lb flywheel and i have to be very mindful on hills to burn it to the ground achieving enough rpm to get going.

[@motoiq]

Coming soon!

[@dankcincy]

The flywheel may be 11lbs bit the 3xtra heft of the clutch more than makes up for it I'm sure.

[@wright5111]

GIVE US MORE!

[@lstnlne7399]

great info- 2019 gt mustang listened too you- install in progress-ty

[@pablopereira7665]

Hi Mike, thx for the informative video, do you know if Xclutch make one for BMW 335i ? i know there are a single F/wheel OEM replacement (duble F/wheel) which allows for more HP but its very noise at Idle. Tx in advance

[@motoiq]

Go to their website.

[@joetheindividual4855]

I haven’t even hit the break in miles on my Exedy stage 1 HD and I’m already kicking myself 🤦‍♂️ I already spent years with a stage 2 single disc and a light flywheel having annoying misfire codes.

[@JustAnotherHouseCat]

I want a sip of the soda on the right

[@TheGCJourney]

Great video! I'm just looking to replace my noisy, twin plate clutch in my Subaru and this looks to be a great option! Do you have the part number for it?

[@motoiq]

This clutch makes a slight chatter but way less than your typical twin disc.

[@TheGCJourney]

@@motoiq To be honest, the noise doesn’t bother me so much as the drive-ability. The ceramic clutch is a nightmare for stop\start traffic

[@motoiq]

this clutch is almost as smooth as OEM, just slightly more pedal pressure.

[@Datsun510zen]

When focusing more on track use for a build, there are better options IMHO. Although it's not intended for street used and a bit more expensive, I've been running Exedy twin plate clutch and flywheels on my 400hp SR20 swapped 510, and my brother's 700hp R32 GT-R with very positive results. They're not particularly heavy, and with it's short throw response it may requires more attention to rev matching, but once you get used to it, shifting is far less effort and much quicker. In all consideration for the intended use, it's not ideal for easy street bombing, but on the track, it's definitely better for faster lap times.

[@motoiq]

Totally agree. One thing about EJ engine when running stock ECU's is that low inertia clutch and flywheels cause P300 codes to get tripped. Not an issue with standalones but if you are stock, accessport or ecutek tuned it's a hassle. This clutch in my option is the best street/track clutch for higher powered EJ's.

[@Datsun510zen]

@@motoiq Thanks, and completely understood. I kinda trailed off into Nissan territory there, but for that specific application, the X Clutch is a far better choice. BTW, I truly appreciate how generous you are with the time and knowledge you share. I've learned a lot from the SR20 vids, and I'm grateful. Why can't I find the same for the RB26 though? Plenty to hate there, but also plenty of ignorance on how to build one right. With no reliable source for info, my brother and I learned the hard and VERY expensive way. Be good, or at least don't get caught.

[@motoiq]

We are planning to do an RB video sometime soon. We will get a lot of hate like the 4Ag videos from fanbois

[@Datsun510zen]

@@motoiqWord! Internet fanboys are powder coated in the kind of ignorance that is impenetrable. I'll keep an eye out of the RB vid.

[@Raheelkhan1999]

How does this compare to the newer clutch masters 850 Strapped Series Twin Disc Clutch? Their "strapped" series has the same feature preventing the rattling noise.

[@motoiq]

Haven't tested it but had previous good experiences with Clutch Masters in general.

[@Raheelkhan1999]

​@@motoiqI'd love to watch you guys do a review regarding the clutch masters strapped series street twin disc clutch

[@LJV-12345]

I ve bought this fantastic piece of engineering It works perfectly on my Sti 600 hp but when I press the cluth a noise appears only on that moment. It is a "normal" behave? once you release it the noise is gone.

[@motoiq]

It's probably just a little bit of floater chatter.

[@weiday3372]

Trying to find the best daily clutch for 550ftlb. This seems overkill but spec wise looks great.

[@motoiq]

This is a great choice for that torque level.

[@DruNicholsMD]

Mike, What is your procedure for breaking in a new clutch? Do you really need to be easy on them for the first 500 miles?

[@motoiq]

It doesnt hurt but maybe only kevlar discs need to be broken in.

[@HellaDizzzy]

Is the clutch pedal heavy ? When shifting gears?

[@motoiq]

No like stock

[@modenatwinturbo]

anyone know the part number for evo? multiple models available.