170% Increased holding capacity
The FX400 System uses the Power Plus I Pressure Plate with a custom, extremely durable, rigid Ceramic disc. This is the ultimate extreme duty street and/or road/drag racing system. It is available in a 6 or 8 ceramic puck configuration, with the 6-puck being the more aggressive setup and 8-puck being the less aggressive (please specify which type you prefer). The rigid hub design is more reliable than sprung hub but can be tricky to use in daily situations. A rigid disc should be used with a dual-mass flywheel but can be used with a single-mass if more noise and vibration can be tolerated. This disc is designed for outstanding holding capacity, and rapid heat dissipation.
The FX400/HDC6 ceramic paddle design creates a quick and rapid engagement as well as clutch chatter that may not be ideal for street driven vehicles. *Warning: Due to the solid (no Marcel) friction rivet design, the FX400/HDC6 disc engages very quickly and may chatter slightly in first and reverse. To help alleviate this problem, we only use premium ceramic friction material.
SMG Note: we've had success and difficulty with customers using any non-OEM clutch kit with the SMG. Since the problem cases have not been local and we have not been able to inspect, we cannot say for sure what causes drivability and shifting issues with the SMG and an upgraded clutch. Some SMG cars have worked completely fine. For any stock or mildly-tuned SMG car that does not need an upgraded clutch, or for owners who value easy drivability above all else, we would first recommend an OEM clutch for SMG. The above applies to SMG only - we have had zero issues with manuals.
(Individual components available upon request)
*Organic/ Kevlar/ Formula Button Clutch kits are expected and tend to have a higher life expectancy than OEM, however not guaranteed. Improper Installation, Driving style, performance upgrades, Break in procedure and light weight flywheels will effect and have a role in determining the life expectancy of the clutch kit.
About this kit: Heavy Duty Pressure Plate, 6-Puck Rigid Ceramic Disc
BMW Fitments:
3 Series
E46 (99-05) > M3
