Why Buy Exedy
Exedy, Daikin’s aftermarket performance brand, has a long and successful history in the Australian automotive aftermarket which can be tracked back to 1986. Their extensive product line-up includes manual clutches, torque converters, automatic transmission friction surfaces, industrial transmissions and much more. Exedy is the obvious option if you are seeking a responsive, reliable clutch for your car, be it a daily driver or top-end model. Before you decide, though, it's important that you understand the various options in their lineup.
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If you're looking to upgrade or replace the clutch in your vehicle, EXEDY is an option worth considering. EXEDY is a well-known name in the industry, producing clutch kits for racing vehicles and performance cars. That makes them an excellent option if you are seeking a responsive, reliable clutch for your car, be it a daily driver or top-end model. Before you decide, though, it's important that you understand the various options in their lineup.
Do You Need a New Clutch?
The clutch is often something you won't think about until it begins to exhibit issues. And, while that's true for many things on your vehicle, it's important that you give your clutch system special attention. Any clutch will wear down with time, and that can lead to slippage. If your clutch is slipping, that means it is engaging or disengaging on its own, which prevents power from going to the wheels.
In other words, when the clutch slips and disengages, your car won't move forward and you'll have to shift it back into gear. This can become an increasingly irritating and potentially dangerous issue when taking off from park or even at stop lights or intersections. Of course, your mechanic may tell you that your clutch is beginning to falter, even before you start to notice it disengaging.
Overtime, you can expect your clutch to need replacing due to normal wear and tear. However, certain driving habits and conditions can lead to a clutch failing prematurely, especially if it was not built to accomodate your style of driving. This would include if you are participating in motor sports like drag racing. Your clutch may also fail early if it wasn't intended for the locations that you drive to, like on off-road trails.
Signs of a bad clutch include a spongy, loose, sticky, or vibrating pedal. You might also hear squeaking or grumbling when pressing on the pedal. Additionally, your engine may rev but you may notice poor acceleration and even difficulty shifting gears as you drive. So, when you notice that your clutch is no longer as responsive as you'd like it to be, it's a good idea to begin looking for a replacement and EXEDY Is one name that should come to mind.
Choosing A Clutch Kit
It's easy to get overwhelmed when you first see how many EXEDY clutch kits are available, but choosing the right one actually isn't that difficult if you look at this overview.
Exedy OEM Replacement Clutches
EXEDY's most popular clutch replacement kits are the standard OEM kits, which include the cover assemblies, release bearings, and clutch discs all packaged in the iconic silver and blue EXEDY box. You'll benefit from high-quality cover assemblies along with advanced dampening mechanisms, and the best friction facings on the market. EXEDY guarantees correct fit, form, and function for every customer.
Exedy Safari Tuff Clutches
If you are an off-road 4x4 4WD enthusiast, EXEDY's Safari Tuff clutch kits are the ideal choice for your vehicle. Specifically engineered to respond to the rigorous demands of four wheel driving, these clutch kits give you confidence behind the wheel. The cover assembly gives you at least a 25% increase in clamp load over standard designs.
The anodized cover pressing also limits corrosion. The kit features "spheroidal graphite anti burst pressure plate casting and additional drive straps" for durability and reliability, too. High-grade friction material and upgraded damper springs set the Safari Tuff clutch kits apart from the rest.
Exedy Sports Tuff Clutches
Whether you're amateur or professional, if you are planning on taking your car to the drag strip or drift competition, you need to opt for the Sports Tuff lineup. These clutch kits are also very effective for your daily driver that demands a responsive feel.
This line includes the Heavy Duty (HD) clutch kits, which are specifically engineers for vehicles that are lightly modified, load carrying, or used in amateur motor sports. You can use them in your average commuter vehicle as well, with the confidence that the kit will last for years to come.
The clutch cover is designed with increased clamp load, meaning it will increase your engine torque. You'll also find an organic clutch disc in the box, which allows for a truly high-performance system that provides both smooth take off and extremely drivability.
Exedy Racing Clutches
If you're looking to hit the speedway or race track, opt for one of EXEDY's high-end racing clutches. Designed using only the highest performing components, you will feel the difference as you hit top speeds and transition smoothly from one gear to the next. The racing lineup includes the Single Sports Series, Hyper Metal Series, and Hyper Carbon Series kits.
The Single Sports Series is the most popular, with Stage 1 or Stage 2. Stage 1 provides a Sports Organic (SO) clutch disc in the kit while Stage 2 gives you the option of a Sports Organic (SO) clutch disc or a Race Ceramic (RC) disc. Meanwhile, the Hyper Metal Series is available in single, twin, or triple plate configuration along with the Hyper Carbon Series. EXEDY also offers Racing Flywheels.
Tip: The Exedy Twin / Triple Plate Clutches are popular among owners of Mitsubishi Evo's, Subaru WRX STi, Nissan Silvia / 200SX, Skyline, Toyota Supra and many other high performance street / track vehicles.
Upgrade your Clutch with Automotive Superstore
Automotive Superstore carries all the parts you could ever need to maintain and upgrade your car. EXEDY's clutch kits are only the beginning. Check out the complete lineup of EXEDY products and other high-quality items in the catalog by clicking here. Find the right clutch for your vehicle using the Automotive Superstore Part Finder or Part Checker. As always, you can buy any product with confidence thanks to Automotive Superstore's fitment guarantee.