Clutch - RIP

Having completed half the hillclimb series on the original standard clutch, I was always half expecting a massive clutch failure considering the massive abuse it gets, particularly from the starts. The original plan was to change the clutch and gear box after the first couple of events but this never happened due to other developments taking precedent. However, with exquisite timing, the clutch failed while trying to put the car on the workshop ramps to do suspension work for the next event on 9th August - much better than failing during an event! Counting back, the clutch has done 19 full race starts and none slower than 2.55 seconds to 64 ft. At least now I can put on the lightened flywheel while changing the clutch and have a choice of 3 gearboxes to choose from. The only down side is that fitting the new suspension gets delayed yet again.

Your clutch did pretty damn well by the sound of it!

I can recommend a Helix 1.3 Uno Turbo clutch, good for at least 180hp and fits the bell housing. I tried various other makes but they all failed, the Helix is well worth the money. Only down side is it is a bit sharp when moving off

I also use a 190mm Helix paddle clutch along with lightweight flywheel