Description
Black Diamond Hybrid Dual Friction 2pc clutch kit for the Insignia VXR / Insignia 2.8V6 Elite.
Stage 2 – Fast Road / Competition
Black Diamond’s Stage 2 clutch kit uses Kev-TEK, an aramid fibre friction material similar to Kevlar and is recommended for vehicles with a torque increase of up to 30%. These clutch kits provide an even stronger clamping pressure than the Stage 1, as well as boasting an even higher burst strength. This is aided by the extreme hardness of the aramid fibre material, which is nevertheless very lightweight. This friction material requires a breaking in period of about 600 – 800 miles of gentle use, this is to ensure it reaches it’s full friction qualities. The Stage 2 clutch kit is capable of withstanding the high temperatures associated with competition driving and so is ideal for the track.
Stage 3 – Full Race
Our Stage 3 clutch kit is recommended for increases in torque of between 30% and 60%. We use a cerametallic friction material, allowing it to be able to cope with extremely high heat and torque. These paddle clutches are an excellent option for track use, heavily modified engines and chipped or mapped diesels where the torque increases exponentially. Black Diamond’s Stage 3 clutch kit, with its very high clamp load and stainless steel backing plates ensures that maximum torque is transmitted from the engine to the wheels on the ground with minimum risk of overheating or slipping. Our stage 3 paddle clutch retains the driveability required in normal road use, although some changes to driving style are required (more revs to pull away). We can make your paddle clutch with 4, 5 or 6 paddles depending on the diameter of the drive plate.
