Another Nth Moto Clutch Review

[1.8t]

I have been kicking around the idea of replacing the factory clutch as it had become inconsistent when really rowing the gears at the track. I did not have confidence during aggressive shifts and it was starting to severely impact my driving experience. I had my eye on the Nth Moto triple carbon clutch for one main reason, reduced splined mass to further aid syncro life and action during these type of shifts. I finally decided to pull the trigger and I am completely blown away. I have about 100 miles on the clutch thus far and it just keeps getting better.

First and foremost, the pedal feel and engagement is damn near identical to the factory assembly. Seriously, you would be hard pressed to know if I had an aftermarket clutch in my car, much less one that can handle 1500whp. To say I am impressed with the drivability would be a massive understatement. There is no additional pedal pressure, there is zero noise, and you can slip it almost identically to the factory assembly. There is a minimal amount of chatter present and it continues to diminish as I break the clutch in. I fully expect it to be completely chatter free after break in.

So how does the car shift? As fast as you can execute them and with all the confidence in the world. It has delivered beyond my expectations in this metric. We all know the Nth assembly is 14lbs lighter than the factory assembly, but no one has ever measured the splined mass compared to the factory clutch. This is what directly translates to faster/more confident shifts and happy syncros. The factory assembly has 8.2lbs of splined mass compared to only 3.66lbs with the Nth clutch! This 55% reduction is immediately felt the second you go for a quick shift and is without a doubt one of the many reasons why everyone loves this clutch. I am beyond pleased with my purchase and wish I would have made the change when it was first released. It has redefined what I have come to expect from an aftermarket clutch. Those on the fence, make the change ASAP with absolute confidence.

[Jprince]

I have been kicking around the idea of replacing the factory clutch as it had become inconsistent when really rowing the gears at the track. I did not have confidence during aggressive shifts and it was starting to severely impact my driving experience. I had my eye on the Nth Moto triple carbon clutch for one main reason, reduced splined mass to further aid syncro life and action during these type of shifts. I finally decided to pull the trigger and I am completely blown away. I have about 100 miles on the clutch thus far and it just keeps getting better.

First and foremost, the pedal feel and engagement is damn near identical to the factory assembly. Seriously, you would be hard pressed to know if I had an aftermarket clutch in my car, much less one that can handle 1500whp. To say I am impressed with the drivability would be a massive understatement. There is no additional pedal pressure, there is zero noise, and you can slip it almost identically to the factory assembly. There is minimal amounts of chatter present and it continues to diminish as I break the clutch in. I fully expect it to be completely chatter free after break in.

So how does the car shift? As fast as you can execute them and with all the confidence in the world. It has delivered beyond my expectations in this metric. We all know the Nth assembly is 14lbs lighter than the factory assembly, but no one has ever measured the splined mass reduction compared to the factory clutch. This is what directly translates to faster/more confident shifts and happy syncros. The factory assembly has 8.2lbs of splined mass compared to only 3.66lbs with the Nth clutch! This 55% reduction is immediately felt the second you go for a quick shift and is without a doubt one of the many reasons why everyone loves this clutch. I am beyond pleased with my purchase and wish I would have made the change when it was first released. It has redefined what I have come to expect from an aftermarket clutch. Those on the fence, make the change ASAP with absolute confidence.

Great point and one that I should have pointed out when I did my review. I knew that is exactly why I loved the whole design but I just failed to make that point. It also puts the weight where it's needed when the clutch is disengaged and getting ready to launch. The Nth Moto clutch is by far the best design I've ever seen.

[Leanmass]

How much does the clutch cost?

[Mr. Hollywood]

How much does the clutch cost?

This.

[1.8t]

$4k by the time you include shipping.

[Jack B]

1.8t actually is a salesman for Nth Moto (joke). I also went that direction, but, have not installed it yet. The design of the clutch is very unique. The design eliminates the negatives of a strapped design.

[moe.basilo]

I have been kicking around the idea of replacing the factory clutch as it had become inconsistent when really rowing the gears at the track. I did not have confidence during aggressive shifts and it was starting to severely impact my driving experience. I had my eye on the Nth Moto triple carbon clutch for one main reason, reduced splined mass to further aid syncro life and action during these type of shifts. I finally decided to pull the trigger and I am completely blown away. I have about 100 miles on the clutch thus far and it just keeps getting better.

First and foremost, the pedal feel and engagement is damn near identical to the factory assembly. Seriously, you would be hard pressed to know if I had an aftermarket clutch in my car, much less one that can handle 1500whp. To say I am impressed with the drivability would be a massive understatement. There is no additional pedal pressure, there is zero noise, and you can slip it almost identically to the factory assembly. There is minimal amounts of chatter present and it continues to diminish as I break the clutch in. I fully expect it to be completely chatter free after break in.

So how does the car shift? As fast as you can execute them and with all the confidence in the world. It has delivered beyond my expectations in this metric. We all know the Nth assembly is 14lbs lighter than the factory assembly, but no one has ever measured the splined mass compared to the factory clutch. This is what directly translates to faster/more confident shifts and happy syncros. The factory assembly has 8.2lbs of splined mass compared to only 3.66lbs with the Nth clutch! This 55% reduction is immediately felt the second you go for a quick shift and is without a doubt one of the many reasons why everyone loves this clutch. I am beyond pleased with my purchase and wish I would have made the change when it was first released. It has redefined what I have come to expect from an aftermarket clutch. Those on the fence, make the change ASAP with absolute confidence.

Thats why am going to upgrade from double clutch to triple carbon clutch by Nth Moto, i spoke to Aaron and he is gone hook me up with a set. Thanks for the detailed information and write up.

[1.8t]

1.8t actually is a salesman for Nth Moto (joke). I also went that direction, but, have not installed it yet. The design of the clutch is very unique. The design eliminates the negatives of a strapped design.

You're going to love it.

[mjorgensen]

looks to be a winner in all areas.

[1evilviper]

i have one in my car also, but I don't think it feels anything like stock....the pedal is very easy forsure, however mine releases so high its nothing like stock....I wish it felt like the stocker...

[1.8t]

Did you ensure the slave cylinder shim was completely seated against the transmission? Have you purged the slave line of all air? My pedal started off high as well, but as the air purged from the line it ended up a touch higher than stock.

[Jack B]

That is a good point, I mounted the slave and shim with the proper torque and it looked strange. What I found out is the slave shim is a press fit (on mine any how). If you do not align it exactly, it will bind and the recommended torque will not draw it all the way down, in other words it will stick out too far.



Did you ensure the slave cylinder shim was completely seated against the transmission? Have you purged the slave line of all air? My pedal started off high as well, but as the air purged from the line it ended up a touch higher than stock.

[1evilviper]

Did you ensure the slave cylinder shim was completely seated against the transmission? Have you purged the slave line of all air? My pedal started off high as well, but as the air purged from the line it ended up a touch higher than stock.

I'm positive the spacer is in correctly, how do I purge the air off? the car is at arrow now getting the 9.0, so maybe they will do it.

[Jack B]

The G5 is self purging. However, there is a description of a manual process in the shop manual. The self purging does a good job.

As stated, when I installed the slave/shim, i torqued the slave/shim down, yet the assembly was not totally seated against the trans, that would cause the clutch to come in high. It is almost impossible to see, I was just lucky to catch it. On the other hand, if the measurements were done according to the directions, that problem would have been caught.

Have them double check that the slave is seated.


I'm positive the spacer is in correctly, how do I purge the air off? the car is at arrow now getting the 9.0, so maybe they will do it.