Torque!

[Okie Smokie]

Alright guys, I have made some engine performance enhancements and I am driving right thru a 450/900 organic/kevlar clutch. I know which clutch I am going to use (550/1100 ceramic), but I have concerns about my stock getrag. How much torque are they rated for and how much have you seen them handle. I have been told to move to the NV4500, so I am also curious what it can handle and if it will be worth the money. I don't know exactly how much power I will be making yet. Kinda hard to dyno when the clutch won't hold. I haven't even turned on the propane and methanol yet.

[gear jammer 91"]

the "360" in getrag 360, stands for it torque rating of 360lb. That being said there are people out there putting 1000lb of torque through them. I wouldn't worry about the trannie until it blows, but that's just me.

[mprmn08]

i agree with gearjammer

[Okie Smokie]

Thanks guys.

Are there any benefits or drawbacks to the NV4500? Does it have a higher torque rating?

[gear jammer 91"]

The nv4500 is a stronger trannie. I don't know it's torque rating but it is higher. If I had one laying around I would put it in, but for me it's not worth the money until the old getrag actually starts to give me problems. The only issue I know of with the nv4500's is with 5th gear. I believe it's a lock nut that will back off and cause issues.