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: New KATECH LS9R clutch for G8 GXP


Katech
11-17-2010, 10:15 AM
In 2011 we will be doubling our line-up of LS9-based clutches with the LS9R clutch. The LS9R offers the same great drivability and noise free operation as the LS9X, but adds 20% more torque capacity.

We are taking pre-orders now and delivery is expected in January 2011. The price of the LS9R is $100 over the LS9X and there are no other differences besides the increase in torque capacity.

Available through G8board sponsor Vector Motorsports. http://www.vectormotorsports.com

-For Pontiac G8 GXP or G8 GT with manual conversion
-Twin disk clutch
-Enhanced ZR1 clutch disks and pressure plate
-Aluminum flywheel with 6 bolt pattern for standard LS engines
-Includes slave cylinder
-Includes pressure plate bolts
-8lbs lighter than the stock Z06 clutch/flywheel assembly
-Flywheel weighs 12.0lbs.
-Drives like a stock ZR1 - stock pedal feel
-960+ ft-lbs torque capacity (20% over LS9X clutch)
-No neutral noise or chattering
-All of the benefits of a twin disk clutch and none of the trade-offs

http://www.nexternal.com/katech/images/KAT-A5198_lowres.jpg

nono50
01-23-2011, 12:04 AM
Katech do you have any idea when this is going to be available? Paid for this clutch in December and my second stock clutch started slipping tonight on the street.

Katech
01-27-2011, 12:29 PM
Katech do you have any idea when this is going to be available? Paid for this clutch in December and my second stock clutch started slipping tonight on the street.

Sent PM

J2_GXP8
03-18-2011, 05:20 PM
Katech... does the ls9 kit come with a spacer for the slave cylinder like the camaro's do? I ask because it doesn't show on the parts listed and all the camaro kits for the ls9 usually come with t he spacer..

J2_GXP8
03-18-2011, 05:59 PM
Or even if anyone else Knows and wants to chime in...

nono50
03-18-2011, 08:49 PM
I have this kit and it does not come with a spacer. I know the Camaro bellhouse is a little bit longer than the GXP bellhouseing and I believe this is why there is a spacer.

J2_GXP8
03-18-2011, 09:06 PM
Alright thanks buddy great to hear... How do you like it??

Katech
03-21-2011, 07:12 AM
Katech... does the ls9 kit come with a spacer for the slave cylinder like the camaro's do? I ask because it doesn't show on the parts listed and all the camaro kits for the ls9 usually come with t he spacer..

The GXP kit does not require the spacer.