clutch going bad?, time for an upgrade? Options

[BBoYRuGGeD]

aright fellas need some advice from my trusted fellow 6gcers

ok so i've got a 3SGTE under the hood and im using the GT tranny with an oem replacement clutch from exedy. for a month or so now the clutch doesnt feel the same as it did 8 months ago. the pedal feels softer (not a limp noodle, just softer), it takes longer revving now to get into 1st gear, and sunday after the GSP meet after some hard driving it starting to make some kinda squeaking noise right when im letting go of the clutch, tho it goes away after the gear engages. aright the last part only happens sometimes but a gut feeling tells me it's gunna get worse over time anyone have any suggestions and/or advice about the squeaking? think it might go away if i replace the tranny fluid? i'm trying to get the most out of this clutch until its time to purchase a new one.

second...i wunna get a clutch that'll hold the power and last very long ('til the tranny blows or when i convert to the e153). speaking for the GT tranny, i've read from spec's site that the stage 2 and 2+ will last longer but is for light-moderately modded vehicles. the stage 3 and 3+ (with better wear characteristic) is for heavy modded vehicles and "offers good wear characteristic" <-- meaning wont last as long? anyway what stage do u guys recommend? since i think my oem clutch may just crap out on me within a few months

also i jsut wunna add the GT tranny is holding damn good now for almost 8 months. goes into gear with no problem and i have no grinding problem. i got the tranny with 75k miles on it and feels as strong as it did 8 months ago right after my swap was completed im confident this tranny will last me 'til its time when i HAVE to upgrade to a stronger one

bboy

[jgreening]

speaking for the GT tranny, i've read from spec's site that the stage 2 and 2+ will last longer but is for light-moderately modded vehicles. the stage 3 and 3+ (with better wear characteristic) is for heavy modded vehicles and "offers good wear characteristic" <-- meaning wont last as long? anyway what stage do u guys recommend? since i think my oem clutch may just crap out on me within a few months

Do you mean GT tranny or E-153 here? I would make sure you read all the threads on MR2OC.com about Spec clutches. Alot of people have had good luck with them but there is a significant minority that report very bad chatter problems - particularly with stage III and above.

I have been EXTREMELY pleased with my Clutchmasters Stage III. Pedal feel is EXACTLY like stock but grabs hard and very durable.

BTW, CM III = Spec II in terms of HP/Tq holding.

[BBoYRuGGeD]

Do you mean GT tranny or E-153 here? I would make sure you read all the threads on MR2OC.com about Spec clutches. Alot of people have had good luck with them but there is a significant minority that report very bad chatter problems - particularly with stage III and above.

I have been EXTREMELY pleased with my Clutchmasters Stage III. Pedal feel is EXACTLY like stock but grabs hard and very durable.

BTW, CM III = Spec II in terms of HP/Tq holding.

I meant GT Tranny since i've yet to convert to the e153 tranny. Other than Spec i'm also looking into CM and ACT. I had no idea CM III = Spec II in terms of HP/Tq holding, thnx for that piece of info...looks like I need to get reading but i've got some time 'til the stock clutch gives out...lol

bboy