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Modern vehicles rely on a clutch as a way to control the flow of power from your engine to the drivetrain and eventually the wheels of the vehicle. Without a clutch, you would not be able to change gears and you would struggle to stop your vehicle. That's why it's essential to have a well-made clutch working to support your vehicle's proper operation. Unfortunately, even well-made clutches don't last forever.
When your vehicle's clutch fails, you must replace it immediately. Choosing a well-made product like one of the EXEDY clutches can give you reliable performance and help keep your vehicle operating properly for many years after. EXEDY Clutches was established in 1923 in Japan and has built a name for exceptional engineering and innovative design practices.
Are Exedy Clutches Any Good?
Many people wonder are EXEDY clutches good? It’s common to ask this question because the products aren’t expensive, and they aren’t difficult to source in the United States. EXEDY products are known for their quality and performance. If you’re interested in attaining performance as similar to stock as possible, investing in one of the EXEDY OEM clutch kits is an excellent way to go.
EXEDY clutches are well-known for delivering a performance that feels similar to stock components. Thanks to careful design and material choices, you can bring your vehicle back to its original shift feel using EXEDY products.
When you’re interested in a more aggressive clamping force, or preparing your vehicle to handle increased power output from upgraded components, you can rely on the EXEDY performance clutch components as well. These parts utilize superior materials and are crafted to withstand increased temperatures and performance demands. They’re well-known in the performance community and trusted by many.
Exploring EXEDY Clutches Product Range
EXEDY offers a mix of OEM-style products and performance clutch kits. Whether you want to restore your clutch giving it back its original manufacturer feel, or you want to change the feel and performance of your clutch setup, you can accomplish either goal using EXEDY products.
OEM Clutch Kits
Give your vehicle back its original shifting feel using one of the OEM clutch kits available from EXEDY. These products utilize superior materials for enhanced durability versus stock components, but they’re designed to provide the same feel as a stock clutch. The kits include all the necessary hardware and covers, and a new clutch disc utilizing an advanced friction material.
OEM Master Cylinder
The OEM master cylinder kits restore the proper pedal feel to your vehicle, giving you smooth clutching action that feels like new again.
OEM Flywheel
Upgrade to a lightweight flywheel that’s optimized to survive through long-term use with an OEM flywheel kit from EXEDY. The flywheel included fits OEM products and delivers smooth performance that holds up.
Performance Flywheel
Each of the performance flywheel upgrades from EXEDY is designed to handle higher forces, and greater temperatures while being lightweight. Outfit your ride with a performance flywheel and your vehicle will be more prepared to handle increased torque output during racing scenarios.
Performance Clutch Kit
A greater friction surface, higher clamping forces, and superior heat resistance are all the markers of an EXEDY performance clutch. Between these improved characteristics you end up with a clutch that clamps harder and handles greater temperatures and torque levels. You’ll get more aggressive shifts, and reliable control even when swapping to a more powerful engine, or investing in turbocharger or supercharger upgrades.
Performance Clutch Release Bearing
Your clutch performance is only as good as its weakest component, and in many vehicles that’s the release bearing. EXEDY offers performance-release bearings crafted from stronger alloys and optimized to handle greater torque profiles. Maintain your clutch's ability to handle drive motion even with greater force loads by getting a more capable bearing.
On-Road Experience with Exedy Clutches
While most everyday drivers using EXEDY products comment they are reliable, it’s still important to consider how the parts perform on an everyday basis. EXEDY does some things better than others, and its real strength is creating kits that feel like the stock components they’re replacing.
That means, EXEDY products, especially the OEM and Stage 1 kits, are best for drivers that want their vehicles to feel the same. If you want your car to have the same smooth shifting performance and pedal feel, you can count on EXEDY OEM and Stage 1 products to give you that result. That means regular street driving feels the same and you can rely on your shifts to go through properly.
When you’re more interested in racing, you will want to opt for Stage 1 or Stage 2 components from EXEDY and these don’t feel exactly the same. They are rougher, stiffer, and more aggressive shifting than stock. They hold up well though, and after the initial learning curve, they give you dependable driving performance in a racing environment. You’ll come to count on the EXEDY products and they shouldn’t give you any issues.
EXEDY products work well when configured properly, but performance kits should not be installed on a vehicle unless it’s been outfitted with engine and brake upgrades as well. If you aren’t sure how to create a performance car that’s balanced and functional, work with a professional to help you achieve good working results.
Where are Exedy Clutches Made?
EXEDY got its start in Japan, and much of the design process is handled within the country, but manufacturing takes place in the United States. All EXEDY OEM and performance products are made in America and designed through a precise manufacturing process that leads to more reliable results. Since these products are crafted in the United States, they are simple to source from within the country. The clutches are also supplied to most Japanese car manufacturers and are used heavily on Japanese-built automobiles.
EXEDY clutch products are built for long-term performance and they’re dependable. They follow the same rules as other clutch kits, however. You should only use an appropriate clutch setup for your vehicle’s power profile, and avoid mixing and matching components as much as possible for the best results. Choose parts carefully, match them with appropriate modifications and you’ll enjoy a long lifespan from your EXEDY products with a good feel.
