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SD4 clutch solution by IMSA GTU
Started on: 04-05-2022 08:53 PM
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Report this Post04-05-2022 08:53 PM Click Here to See the Profile for IMSA GTUSend a Private Message to IMSA GTUEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post

I have 3 SD4 flywheels, (from left to right; stock, light weight, ultra light weight) I know they're like owning gold. None are for sale, please don't ask. They use a 7.25" clutch and I cannot find the "right" clutch, I have reached out to Quarter Master Industries who originally made these flywheels and clutches with original part numbers and I had no success, they couldn't even get back to me so after extensive research across the internet and running all over to speedshops and places that specialize in circle track cars I'm left at a dead end.

Here's the situation, the M17 Muncie has a 14 spline. The old Quarter Master clutch they used to sell would of worked. Now Quarter Master or any other brand that makes NASCAR 7.25" clutches either come in a 10 spline or a 26 spline. I've seen the builds across Pennocks where people adapt other flywheels and clutches to work on the SD4 and I don't want to go that route, I want to keep the small 7.25" clutch for obvious reasons. So as my last resort what I'm going to do if a 14 spline 7.25" clutch doesn't exist anymore is simple. I'll take the transmission apart and pull the output shaft and get it remade into a 10 spline at the machine shop I have access to so I can use these newer style clutches on the old flywheels. That's about all I could do at this point right? It would make more sense in the long run as compared to getting a custom clutch made because then parts are readily available as 10-26 spline are just available compared to having someone make a custom clutch and then going out of business say 5 years later and I'll be in the same situation again.

I can give out original part numbers if you need them to help me, thanks.
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Have you considered having the existing disk and/or pressure plate rebuilt? There are several shops that specialize in relining obsolete disks. Some offer hub changes. Look up "ANTIQUE & OBSOLETE CLUTCH REBUILDER " on an internet search.

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Report this Post04-06-2022 08:10 AM Click Here to See the Profile for IMSA GTUSend a Private Message to IMSA GTUEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
 
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Have you considered having the existing disk and/or pressure plate rebuilt? There are several shops that specialize in relining obsolete disks. Some offer hub changes. Look up "ANTIQUE & OBSOLETE CLUTCH REBUILDER " on an internet search.

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That’s the problem, I only have the flywheels. No old clutch either, otherwise I’d go get it rebuilt. Can’t imagine anyone has a original clutch sitting in their garage to sell as a core to me.
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Report this Post04-06-2022 06:15 PM Click Here to See the Profile for fierosoundClick Here to visit fierosound's HomePageSend a Private Message to fierosoundEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
Did you look at Tilton?
https://tiltonracing.com/pr...ic-clutch-disc-pack/
https://www.competitionsupp...8-rivet-driven-plate
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Try a custom clutch builder.
I stumbled upon Kentucky Clutch when researching clutches myself.

https://kyclutch.com/

Apparently its the goto for some of the ecotec crowd.

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Report this Post04-07-2022 12:17 PM Click Here to See the Profile for IMSA GTUSend a Private Message to IMSA GTUEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
Thanks for links, it’s helpful to narrow down a decision. I’ll make some calls and see what I can do. I’ll keep this updated in the future with what I decide to do just in case someone has the same situation down the road
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