Has anyone used the ECS Performance Clutch?

Blue Streak · 03-13-2014, 11:27 PM

So.... in the interest of saving a few hundred bucks to a grand, would it be okay to install a new clutch without a new OEM flywheel, and maybe having it resurfaced at Clutch Masters at most? Then if after a few hundred miles, if it's determined that it is absolutely necessary to replace the DMFW, to do it then? Like with brakes, it's not a problem to replace worn rotors with new ones with only slightly used brake pads. That's my thought. What's yours?

And I do plan to purchase the upgraded, remanufactured N54 (8 bolt) OEM clutch from our friends at ECS Tuning. I live about a 90 minute drive from Clutch Masters and can maybe just have them perform the install and DMFW resurfacing or replacement.

Thanks.

Weezy310 · 03-17-2014, 10:35 PM

I am really interested on this clutch's holding power. Im sure it can hold FBO, but if I decide to do RB's, Im wondering if it will hold?

Blue Streak · 03-20-2014, 10:53 PM

By the way, I called Clutch Masters and they are just a store that sells clutches and related parts. The flywheel resurfacing might be done there, but more likely at a local machine shop. I'm going to just look around here for a local shop that has good experience in dual mass flywheel resurfacing.

Notsafe335i · 03-21-2014, 12:10 PM

I will be giving this clutch a shot soon, anything under 4K tip ins on my car and it slips. I'm FBO and the car will be getting some sticky rear tires for straight line track purposes. Will report once up, running, and tested.

Island Road · 03-21-2014, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by tphss

Is it recommended to change the Clutch Delay Valve as well? Can it be done quickly?
And does the clutch fluid need to be flushed?

I would just delete it, yes its easy and does not require a flush. Simple pinch of the line, uninstall connect line back up unpinch about 15min.

Curious about this clutch also, as of right now I believe mine is fine but I will be getting a PTF E-tune with walbro to run full E85 and i don't want to go to a single mass flywheel but need something that will hold the power for decent price.

Blue Streak · 03-21-2014, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Notsafe335i

I will be giving this clutch a shot soon, anything under 4K tip ins on my car and it slips. I'm FBO and the car will be getting some sticky rear tires for straight line track purposes. Will report once up, running, and tested.

Yes, please do report back of you get this clutch. Are you going to replace your flywheel, or just leave the current one in?

03-13-2014, 11:27 PM	#45
Blue Streak Gunny 31 Rep 623 Posts Drives: '07 E90 335i 6MT, 2016 F10 535 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: San Diego, CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 E90 335i [9.00]	So.... in the interest of saving a few hundred bucks to a grand, would it be okay to install a new clutch without a new OEM flywheel, and maybe having it resurfaced at Clutch Masters at most? Then if after a few hundred miles, if it's determined that it is absolutely necessary to replace the DMFW, to do it then? Like with brakes, it's not a problem to replace worn rotors with new ones with only slightly used brake pads. That's my thought. What's yours? And I do plan to purchase the upgraded, remanufactured N54 (8 bolt) OEM clutch from our friends at ECS Tuning. I live about a 90 minute drive from Clutch Masters and can maybe just have them perform the install and DMFW resurfacing or replacement. Thanks. __________________ 2007 E90 335i 6MT, ZSP, Nav, PDC, CA, Montego Blue, Terra Dakota leather, CDV, clutch-stop, E46 M Shift Knob, Logic HVI, JB4 PnP, MS 3" downpipes, Koni Yellow adjustable sport shocks, RE 12mm(f)/BMS 15mm(r) spacers, Blacklines, LUX 5.0 LED halo ring lights, DAEOS (Vista) harness, GP Thunder 7500k fogs, 35% sides-20% rear tint, matt black kidney grill, matt black 335i trunk badge
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03-17-2014, 10:35 PM	#46
Weezy310 Private 3 Rep 54 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: SoCal iTrader: (1)	I am really interested on this clutch's holding power. Im sure it can hold FBO, but if I decide to do RB's, Im wondering if it will hold?
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03-20-2014, 10:53 PM	#47
Blue Streak Gunny 31 Rep 623 Posts Drives: '07 E90 335i 6MT, 2016 F10 535 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: San Diego, CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 E90 335i [9.00]	By the way, I called Clutch Masters and they are just a store that sells clutches and related parts. The flywheel resurfacing might be done there, but more likely at a local machine shop. I'm going to just look around here for a local shop that has good experience in dual mass flywheel resurfacing. __________________ 2007 E90 335i 6MT, ZSP, Nav, PDC, CA, Montego Blue, Terra Dakota leather, CDV, clutch-stop, E46 M Shift Knob, Logic HVI, JB4 PnP, MS 3" downpipes, Koni Yellow adjustable sport shocks, RE 12mm(f)/BMS 15mm(r) spacers, Blacklines, LUX 5.0 LED halo ring lights, DAEOS (Vista) harness, GP Thunder 7500k fogs, 35% sides-20% rear tint, matt black kidney grill, matt black 335i trunk badge
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03-21-2014, 12:10 PM	#48
Notsafe335i Private 2 Rep 53 Posts Drives: 2007 BMW 335i Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Ohio iTrader: (1)	I will be giving this clutch a shot soon, anything under 4K tip ins on my car and it slips. I'm FBO and the car will be getting some sticky rear tires for straight line track purposes. Will report once up, running, and tested. __________________ Rocky 2007 335i Sedan 1991 Toyota Supra, 1JZ swap, T66 single, supporting mods.
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