Clutch Masters FX300 , S2000. Why we think it's the best clutch.
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- This is a quick video on clutch install in an S2000. We show you some tips on what to look for and how to install it right.
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I've been debating what Clutch Master clutch to go with for my Galant VR4. Making around 350 to the wheels right now. My previous clutch made my clutch pedal a nightmare to drive. You're video totally helped me affirm my decision to go with the FX300. Thank you!!
I came into S2000 ownership from an AE86 and man it's so funny to see how different servicing is. WIth AE86s it's like, "yeah nah, you gotta upgrade this bushing here, it's 80s tech might as well upgrade" or "Eh, it's probably better than factory anyways because 80s" and with S2000s it's like "HONDA FACTORY IS LOVE, HONDA FACTORY IS LIFE!"
Absolutely love the attention to detail you put into your work. I always look forward to seeing new videos
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Nice! I love your attention to details. Wish all shops were like this
Thanks.
Thanks for supporting the s2000 community!
You guys are the best.
Thanks so much :)
John & George are some classy gents! Great work guys!!
Phenomenal work guys! Your work is exemplary. Period!
You guys rock so much attention to detail big 👍s ⬆️
ouch! @7:14 big man bumped the door into the lift :(
There is a big rubber stopper there especially for this reason. You think we're havn't thought about that. ;)
Thanks for pointing out the potential negative though, it keeps our faith in the internet.
Digging these tip videos
How long will this fx300 last for a daily driver not a supercharged vehicle ?? And can I use any pressure plate for it ?
Those headlights are smooth
I love mod shops that take pride in what they do 😀 ..... I can't wait to get my ap1 s2k....
you get one yet?
How much for the clutch an flywheel I couldn't find it on your website?
Thank you for posting this! Question: Do you use another trans/brake/CMC fluid other than Honda? Being warm in Florida, would/could you recommend anything better for cold weather applications that is safe for the LSD? Also, and I am sorry to ask so many questions but I’m watching and writing at the same time LOL, where can consumers buy Honda genuine greases and lubricants especially for the brake pins? Thanks Gentleman and lady for all your great work!
id like to buy the fx300,lw flywheel and factory throwout bearing thru your company. please let me know how i can do that...my honda dealer was useless in finding a nachi bearing. :-/
Chris Ribbaudo The OEM bearing is made by Nachi 😉. Email me which clutch you want and we’ll send you a price. 👍🏻
Do you guys recommend bypassing the clutch interlock with this clutch to prevent crank walk on this clutch?
How much power can this clutch handle on an s2000?
love these vids
Is there any clutch buzz with this clutch?
YES!
I am bringing my car here to get this clutch. I live in palm coast and my clutch is stiff and my throwout is making noise.
I have clutch master fx200 on my car and the pedal pressure is so stiff that I hate it when I’m in traffic. Is Fx300 really has that smooth pedal pressure? Please response. I can’t stand my clutch pedal pressure anymore.
Kai Niekrong I can press the clutch pedal down with 2 fingers with ease. The Fx200 should be light too. Make sure it was installed with the Nachi bearing and correct Grease
LHTPerformance do you guys still sell the nacho bearing, and the correct grease is the one from Honda ?
Kai Niekrong Yes. If you buy our clutch we include the Nachi bearing and enough Honda Grease to do the job and then some.
LHTPerformance can you email a quote for the Nachi Bearing for now? If the clutch pedal is still stiff then I’ll order the fx300 from you guys. Email: niek.kai94@gmail.com. Thanks.
LHTPerformance can you sell the clutch, flywheel, bearing and grease
Hi John. Love these videos. Keep them coming. I am planning on replacing my clutch with the FX300 for the reasons you mention. Which Clutchmasters flywheel would compliment this best for a daily driven S. Steel flywheel or aluminum? Planning on supercharging in the future.
Anthony Valdez Hit is up, we’ll ship you a flywheel and clutch. We sell what we use 👍🏻
I want 2 order the clutch and flywheel where can I find it?
Wanna get your twin loop exhaust but i’m all the way in Cali any way you can send them
I just had this clutch installed on my S2000 but I am getting a slight whining/buzzing noise on deceleration while in gear that wasn't there with the stock clutch. Is that normal for this clutch?
Manvir Dulai I would check with you installer and have them listen to it.
@@LHTPerformance I had the installer inspect it and take it for a drive and they believe it's related to the clutch and compares it to clutch buzz seen on earlier AP1s due to the disk design. It was installed with Urea grease and everything is torqued to Honda specs. I was curious if this was typical for this clutch or if it's abnormal.
nice video. what's the life of the FX300 as about how many miles will it last on a turbocharged engine with around 380-400 whp? as for a daily driver with some weekend hard driving
My FB6 SIck Brah It depends how you drive, if you try not to slip the clutch it will last along time. Once the clutch is engaged, if it doesn’t slip, there’s basically no wear.
LHTPerformance thanks for the fast response. most of my driving is easy city driving(light traffic). and I am looking for a clutch and flywheel that I can add with the PRL turbo kit i am getting for my 2013 civic SI. since it is a car i enjoy to daily I would like a reliable clutch that will hold the little extra power at the same time will last if that makes sense.
LHT hows the clutch buzz on these units' I was reading there is a bunch how do u feel about it? On a AP1?
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Yes, But the Allen bolt is very soft either way. Sometimes these do not come out as the hole is open and the weather gets on the back side of the bolt making it rust. If the bolts do come out rough, we replace them with the better bolts.
Are these boots specific or just look for "hardened 8x1.25 Alan bolt with the correct length"
is this setup less prone to crank walk than the act hd + oem?
It has about the same pedal pressure as the OEM that Honda designed. The ACT take about double the force to operate.
How did he get to spin the wheels using only one leg?
How would you compare the pedal feel of the 400 to the 300? only slightly more or much more effort?
How does the Billet Flywheel feel compared with AP1 Flywheel?
Does this work on the 2000 S2000? Their site shows 2001-2009.
Dan Nguyen Yes, the clutch kit fits all years. We have it in stock with the Nachi bearing if you need one.
What is your recommendation for a fly wheel with this clutch? Do you see problems with a lighten fly wheel with this set up? What lightened flywheel do you like? I love your videos!!
The AP1 flywheel is pretty light and a good all round choice. The AP2 is a very heavy flywheel. We have a Billet flywheel you can see in some of videos we often install. It weights 12lbs.
So would you recommend this clutch for someone going FI in the future?
What's a starter hanging out? I heard on mine a few times?
I've been considering this or the fx350 for my 2017 Civic SI. Do you think that the characteristics of the FX300 are the same between cars? Also, have you tried the FX350? One 2017 SI owner mentioned that the 350 felt much heavier than stock.
why are u going for the 350? the 300 is good for 450whp as said by LHT.
I've got a question I just bought a new clutch Masters fx300 when I got it and opened the box the holes on the mounting plate looks like it was used and mounted on something is that normal or is this just signs of quality control testing?
justforlaughs8988 I would contact the seller
good stuff! i assume the arrows on the shifter boot cover ringer are to be pried with a screw driver in order to release the taps without braking it right ?
Yes. I try not to make the videos too long, but a thin blade screw driver carefully inserted in that slot while putting a little pressure upwards on the ring and it pops right out.
Thank you sir ! like everyone previously said, quality videos and professional services at LHTPerfromace.. It is sad that this level of service and customer care doesnt exist here in the Netherlands ..
Thanks for the comments, I sure you can find a good shop. You just have to find someone that loves their job, don't be afraid of little shops. They usually are not all about money, but really strive for quality.
Do u guys have any experience with the clutchmasters fx100? If so what's your .02?
It's a little stronger than stock, The FX300 is very smooth and almost the same price. Why not do it and not worry?
LHTPerformance I keep reading the kevlar puts extra wear on the flywheel? Have you experienced this?
We've used these clutch's since 2004. I have never seen excessive wear on the flywheels. I use this clutch in my Personal cars too, It's in the AWD K-Sight making 450whp too ;)
LHTPerformance Excellent. Thank you so much
have plans for a future supercharger. does it matter if i use this clutch for a stock daily driver for the awhile?
Salv H. The stock clutch will slip immediately. I wouldn’t sell you a kit if you didn’t change the clutch. It would be a waste
what I meant to ask is if there any problems using an FX300 clutch in my stock s2000 before the supercharger?(until my trip to Florida). Since my s2000 is my daily driver.
Salv H. Oh, Not at all. Feels almost like a stock clutch anyway. Let me if you need a kit shipping to you, we have them in stock 👍🏻
Alright, thanks!
I bought that same clutch masters fx300 after watching this video and my question is can i trust using the same bearing that came with it and shoud I be ok using a chromoly flywheel? Thanks in advance.
cvseth22 No. I wouldn’t install that bearing. If you’d bought it from us we include the Nachi bearing and prepped flywheel.
Thanks, it actually came with the nachi bearing and i was super happy with it, i just wished the pedal would be a bit stiffer
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Have you guys had any issues with the springs falling out of the cages in the disc?
Dan Nguyen No, we sold tons of these without a problem. If the disk breaks with the spring blowing , it’s usually through clutch drops
I broke a spring once on my old Scion tC back in the day. One of the notches holding the springs cracked off on me. They sent me a new clutch free of charge. Since then no problems with any Clutchmasters products
Do you guys know where I can acquire those drive shaft bolts they are using thanks.
thethe272 We sell them 😀
LHTPerformance can I have a link or a paypal thanks really need them lol
thethe272 Palpay LHTSales@aol.com and they will ship UPS
LHTPerformance ok sounds much how much are they ?
How is this clutch for a 8th gen Civic Si? I’m full bolt on right now. Thanks!
Denny Nguyen George has it in his car. It’s great.
Hi there! I had a question, I've heard some s2000 owners complain about aftermarket clutches causing loud clutch buzz, do you know if this clutch experiences clutch buzz? I'm considering purchasing this kit but was worried about the noise.
I do plan on making a video dedicated to clutches. After installing around 500 S2000 clutch’s alone, we have a pretty good understanding on several clutch kits. Every after market clutch has a draw back in some way. I think this kit has the least comprise out of all of them. I run this in my own personal at.
@@LHTPerformance I look forward to the video! Thank you for everything you guys do for the S2k community.
@@lilwashcloth1732 Thanks for the kind words. We truly love this stuff.
Hmmm i read in the honda service manual to never start the car and run the wheels off the ground.
seeker0587 I read a sign that said ‘ speed limit’ 🤷♂️
@@LHTPerformance lol indeed
@@LHTPerformance lol indeed. I just didnt know if it actually could do any damage to the diff ( says something of the sort) wasnt trying to be a smart alec. I know you guys are the best and my car is scheduled to be there so ill be seeing yea soon!
seeker0587 No worries. It’s not going to damage anything. I wouldn’t do it for extended periods. Just testing.
How can I purchase the full FX 300 package from you guys ?
Kai Niekrong Email Esther at LHTSales@aol.com.
I have a question for you guys. I’m based in Central America and have been following your work for some time now. Thanks for the reply in advance. I have a 280 hp na 9th gen si. I’m debating whether the fx300 will be enough for my car. It’s my daily driver. I plan to track no more then possibly once a month on semi slicks; 1/4 mile only. I want to keep the drivability but also abuse it when I want. It’s 95% street car.
We’ve had really good luck with the FX300. But drag racing I think you’d be better with a twin disk. You can have all the holding power and still a nice light clutch.
@@LHTPerformance hi guys thanks for the reply. I think I will go for the fx300 then. Like I said when I do drag if I ever do it will be just a few passes. Maybe once a month. But since it’s my daily I’m kind of discouraged. Because in the video you mention that this clutch can hold up to 400 correct forced induction? So I was thinking this would be enough for my 280 hp na application. Was this s2k ever tracked. Let’s just assume my car is 100% street. So maybe you can better guide me?
@@oscarjsm24 I have the FX300 is 3 of my cars. The main thing is to break in the clutch for at least 500 stop and go miles. Longer if you can. We put a cross hatch on the flywheel to help break in the disk as the material is so hard. And of course use a Nachi bearing and use urea grease. 👍🏻
@@LHTPerformance thanks for the guidance guys. Means a lot. Where can I purchase the bearing and grease? Any retailer in specific? I was planning on purchasing the kit from saikospeed.
@@oscarjsm24 We sell the grease. We bought a batch of it before it went to back order
Does the fx 300 clutch kit you sell come with the billet flywheel if it does I will be buying it from your online store
No. It comes with the Dish, Pressure plate, Nachi release bearing, Japanese pilot bearing and alignment tool.
@@LHTPerformance you think I'll be able to reuse my flywheel the cars still drive able but my starter took a dookie but it's in the mail on its way ty love your work and content tell George and Esther I said hi
@@LHTPerformance good videos bro
@@LHTPerformance love the work quality
@@LHTPerformance your the best on TH-cam for s2000's
Any chance you guys have mistakenly drank each others water bottles??? Thus leading to the current system?
Ha, Most likely ...lol
I know prices will very but how much for a clutch kit install? AP1 FX300?
$995 installed with fresh MTF ;)
LHTPerformance does the flywheel get resurfaced?
Of course. We also keep brand new 12lbs billet flywheels in stock.
LHTPerformance where do I buy the billet flywheel?
What flywheel do you use with the clutch ?
OEM AP1 flywheel. We have them for sale in our store if you’d like one.
The clutch disk is made of pure metal not good for daily driving
Great chance for slipping
I had the clutch fx400
Why are you guys so far !!!!!
Sorry, We're just a shipping company away ;)
do you always work with the same shipping company or is it a variety? hard to know which ones are trustworthy
Where they at?
If you want some constructive criticism? At 7:08 sitting on the side bolster like that = tears to my eyes. Either fully sit IN the car or not - especially a big fella like that.
COMPLETELY destroying that driver seat side bolster at 6:42.
You are completely wrong. You'll see his leg is supported by his foot on the lift. We know a lot about being careful around the bolsters. I dear say we work on more S2000s than most. But thanks for your opinion.
Awesome! Just posting an observation. I guess I was wrong. Keep up the quality work guys! Love your videos!
You love our videos but wanted to point out and say 'COMPLETELY destroying that driver seat side bolster' ???
That's what makes TH-cam great. Bash before proof. Thanks anyway.
That’s not a Niche bearing!!
Honest review it’s bad Clutch I don’t recommend!! 1k to waste get some better tbh
I hope this comment saves other’s money and a headache
Based one 150+ clutchs making 400whp we’ve had less than 2% failures. We share our actual findings, not what ‘ my boy at the car show’ says. I’ve been installing Performance Honda clutchs for 25+ years, I’ve installed almost every brand of clutch. 👍🏻
Spec Stage 3+....rated to 600+TQ....THE BEST PERFORMANCE CLUCTH WITH OEM PEDAL FEEL.. the Spec 3+ Shi$’s on these FX clutches. Not saying they’re bad, just saying Spec is hands down better.
Have one in my J32a3 swap pushing well into the 4’s and now going boost (600whp+) which this clutch will easily hold
Love your vids and build btw. Gotta come see you guys one day, I’m just across the bay in Brandon/Tampa
HalferLand Video's Well, I’m fairly sure I’ve done more S2000s and more clutch’s than anyone. I’ve also driven almost every clutch. My Data comes from S2000s. Thanks for your comment, but come back when you’ve installed at least 60 making 400whp. Then I may take your claims and recommendations with a bit value. No hard feelings.
LMAO...figured a slight condescending response would come from you, you spew that personality in all your videos. You're also correct, you've done far more "installs" on S2000's, I've actually drove 5+ cars locally that all had the Kraft Works SC on it and was installed by you guys.Three had FX3 and one had FX4... I've also drove multiple other vehicles (not just S2000's) with the FX3... So my "claims" actually do come with a bit of "Value"....whether you take it or leave it is your call (think we all know what your choice is). The FX3 pedal is actually too light for my liking, again just a personal opinion. It feels mushy over time, especially on track days. I figured the maybe the slave and fluid were to blame or just getting to hot, but it was like this on every single car (not just S2000) I've drove. The Spec clutch also laughs at 400whp....how about 600tq+...the stuff the actually counts and what the clutch has to put up with. Have you installed and drove multiple vehicles making 500+wtq with both clutch??? How about daily driven each clutch,again on multiple paltforms?? Come back when you've done that with at least 5 different vehicles in multiple situations (daily, track, AutoX), then I may take your claims and recommendations with a bit of value ;)
I'm very much like you as I base my recommendations and suggestions on real life experience, again just as you are. My "claim" may fall on death ears with you since you see yourself as the "king" of S2000's..... but I back my "claims" through multiple platforms not just one that I've bolt a bunch of stuff to over the years. Keep up the good work.... I may swing by one day for a titanium exhaust.....
Of course, no hard feelings...
HalferLand Video's Thanks for the response, and in a cool way. Stick what works for you and what you feel good about. That’s what’s important here. I sell what I personally use. I won’t say the brand, but there’s one I make double the profit on resale but the problem is , the clutch sucks. I’d rather make less money and know what I’m selling is what I believe is the best.
Come on by, I’m sure we’ll chat Cars. 👍🏻
For sure, we can see through the videos the detail and care you put in. I have seen the work in person, top notch. It's really a preference at this point, like I said we are both basing our suggestions off experience which I feel is the best thing. Now some others people experiences may be way different then yours, even the way they perceive that experience. In either case, you cant go wrong with either clutch. Both have OEM pedal feel, high clamping forces and well built.... it's just up to the customer now on what they want.