I am doing an engine swap this coming weekend, I have an 02' Maxima with 07' Maxima engine swap.. I need a new clutch to put in and was interested in a 350z or some other aftermarket stage 1 clutch.. I don't want to spend more than $350.. Well maybe $420 max. What clutch will work best with stock 02' tranny?

Where should I get one from, any help is appreciated greatly..The cheaper in price the better for me.

This a good one? http://www.carparts.com/details/Niss...FelFMgodUBsAcA

 

You're going to get better responses once normal 9-5 work times are over...be patient.

 

Indeed

 

I'm also looking into a surefire solution...I know 350z clutches work with ours and I believe it's the earlier years that do, just need someone to verify

 

Our dual mass flywheels help with smoother engagement. Our OEM clutch is NOT sprung due to the flywheel design so my advice is to make sure you get an unsgrung clutch setup and i think the z clutches are sprung. You can avoid this by getting a Fidanza flywheel (it is not a dual mass).

 

I can't afford a clutch and a flywheel, my mechanic says to get a clutch at least.. Something aftermarket that works well with the stock flywheel would be ideal for me. Stage 1 or something.

 

Honestly the OEM clutch is best then. Absolutely no need for a stronger aftermarket. I have full bolt ons with a new OEM installed at 81,000 miles. Now I am at 140,000 and it still feels like new. I also don't drive like a jack ***

 

I have a exedy clutch with lots of life left
Ill sell it to you for $150.00
(you'll notice it is "unsprung" so it matches up with your stock flywheel nicely)

http://forums.maxima.org/5th-generat...dy-clutch.html

 

I thought that would be a good way to go but, I was just talking to a guy that said to stay away from Exedy clutches.

 

Is it even worth getting all aftermarket clutch/flywheel with just bolt on's or should I just stick to stock OEM clutch and save money.. Anyone that has aftermarket clutch/flywheel please chime in with any knowledge. Thanks

I called JWT, they have a stage 1 clutch for $299 that is a direct bolt up to stock tranny.. He said he would throw in the JWT Flywheel for $411.. Total $711 for both

 

I have a noob question but what year OEM clutch would I ask for if I am swaping an 07' engine in 02' car and tranny?

After reading more there really wasn't too many bad things about the Exedy OEM clutch either. Thanks again and sorry I'm rushing this, I have till tomorrow to order this dang thing.

 

If you want to stay away from Exedy clutches, why did you post a link in your original post of an exedy clutch

 

Well I came across it when I was searching for them and then called a place that had them and a guy told me not to go with it. After doing some research there wasn't too many bad reviews, that's why I'm here trying to get advise.

 

Go with OEM. Not a single complaint from people with the OEM clutch setup. However, you say there are some complaints with the Exedy setup so I think this answers your question.

 

If you do go OEM, don't be surprised when you open that Nissan branded box and see an Exedy clutch kit. They are a major supplier for OEM...

 

hahahaha, perfect!

 

Amazon Review -
Amazon Verified Purchase( )
This review is from: EXEDY NSK1002 OEM Replacement Clutch Kit (Misc.)
I recently installed the Exedy NSK1002 OEM clutch replacement kit I purchased from Amazon.com on my 2002 Maxima. First of all, Amazon had the best price I was able to find, and on top of that I received free shipping. The kit itself was of excellent quality! I had also purchased a throwout bearing from my local Nissan dealership expecting the bearing included with the kit to be of less than OEM quality. Much to my surprise the bearing supplied in the kit was identical to the one from Nissan- identical manufacturer (NTN) and part number. I don't doubt Exedy (formerly Daikin) when they state they are OEM original equipment suppliers as the clutch disc and pressure plate looked identical to the pieces I replaced and they fit perfectly. The clutch is operating flawlessly and I'd recommend this kit to anyone, but check compatibility with Exedy for the correct application. I won't think twice about using Exedy products in the future.

 

You are absolutely right, I just went to Nissan and payed $355.57 after taxes for the Disk, Cover, Pilot Bushing and Release Bearing. They even marked it down $70.. Anyways, I got home and looked in the box and what do u know, the clutch says Exedy and Nissan on it. lol

Oh well, I can't find anyone else with all the parts for the kit, called courtesy Nissan and they would have to order the clutch too. I needed it by the this weekends for an engine swap, looks like I could of saved a little bit if I wasn't in such a hurry.

 

I purchased an Exedy OEM replacement kit from ultrarev.com for $220 and also a Fidanza flywheel for $450 and 18$ shipping. This is a total of $688. Received in a little over a week.
Will be installing myself.

 

That was my Amazon review rebelhell posted. I paid less than 200 shipped(205 now) for my Exedy kit from Amazon and I'm very pleased with it. If staying with the dual mass Nissan flywheel it's a very sound clutch option. Re issues with Exedy clutches, I wonder if what people purchase is always the real deal- ie not an inferior knockoff carrying the "Exedy" name, so my advice would be to purchase from a reputable source.

 

Let us know how it drives. This is the combination I am looking at for my clutch replacement (which I hope to hold off until spring).

 

Wondering if this price for OEM Exedy and Fidanza flywheel is too good to be true.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/EXEDY-Clutch...-/140277245385

 

"Dual-Mass Replacement. May Cause Added Gear Noise. Use of Sprung-Hub Clutch Disc is Recommended." This is listed on Fidanza's website for their flywheel. Should we not use an OEM clutch kit with this?

 

what about the ACT Clutches? Anyone has good things to say about them? I am in the same boat... with close to 200K on the clock and still rocking the OEM clutch I am expecting it pretty soon to start to slip, and no it does not slip at the moment but I am pretty sure its towards the end of its life...

 

Again,

daul mass flywheel + unsprung clutch = good

single mass (Fidanza) flywheel + sprung = good

any other combination = chatter, noise, harsh = bad

 

I think that the OEM Nissan Exedy will do just fine for you. Slap it on and enjoy!

 

Can you recommend a sprung clutch to pair with the Fidanza flywheel?

 

If I replace a clutch with an OEM replacement, I ALWAYS go with Exedy. They supply the majority of clutches to OEM manufacturers, and buying the "Exedy" brand vs buying straight from Nissan makes no difference at all, except for the price. Same was true on all my 240's, my 300ZX-TT, and my 4th Gen Max, it was even the same for my Mk3 Supra. Never had any problems whatsoever.

-Nathan

 

I saw this exact listing the other day and thought it was to good to be true, I've also heard from many people not to get clutches or flywheels off eBay, so I have just been taking in that advise. If you look at that Ebay sellers reviews, they are good tho. So maybe it is ligit? I donno

 

That`s a good reason

Exedy makes something like 70% of the OEM clutches on the market.
Honda, Nissan, etc.

The OEM spec Exedy clutch for this car is pretty much the same as the OEM clutch.

JWT flywheel is a Fidanza flywheel with different badging on it.

That`s not a good or bad thing, just letting you know.

The clutch they use is an OEM Friction disc, with a chinese-made clutch cover that is a bit stiffer than stock.

Either way if he can do it with a flywheel for around $700, do it. Don`t question it, just DO IT.

 

Ahhh, should``ve read the thread first, Tuner, lol. I was beaten to the punch.

OP: You havent answered whether the 350Z clutch will even fit the 07 engine

 

also, what mileage is on the stock Flywheel?
They cannot easily be resurfaced, if you dont replace it and it`s in bad shape, you will destroy that new clutch and have wasted your time and money.

I much prefer the idea of getting the Fidanza Flywheel with the purchase of a sprung clutch.

 

My stock flywheel has around 174k

I won't know the condition of the stock flywheel until this weekend, if we inspect it being bad then I guess I should push the swap back another week and order a flywheel from JWT or something.

I can always return the clutch I bought already if I needed to get a clutch/flywheel combo. What other clutch kit could I run well with a Fidanza flywheel? Something under $300

 

i have a spec stage 2 clutch its awesome but it makes the slave cylinder work way 2 hard always have air in my system i wish someone would produce performance slave cylinders id buy it right away

 

Just get the jwt kit

Your flywheel will be toast most likely

 

JWT doesn't list a clutch for the 02 Max on their website, just the flywheel. I like their price on the flywheel though. Who all makes a sprung clutch kit for the Max?

 

Okay, so if I need a sprung clutch with the Fidanza/JWT flywheel, how about the 03-05 350Z clutch from Exedy? It appears to be a sprung clutch. Now more questions...

Does the 350Z clutch bolt up directly with no modifications?
Does the pressure plate bolt on with no modifications?
Should I use the throw out bearing and pilot bushing that comes with the Exedy 350Z kit or get the ones for the 02 Max?

I've seen several threads about someone who's 'going to do this' but I've never seen anything posted after about the results. Any input would be appreciated.

 

IIRC, the 350z hr clutch with fidanza and OEM maxima throw out bearing makes the best combination. That is what I will do when my clutch is due.

 

Looks like i'm just gonna order the JWT/Fidenza kit tomorrow and do this ish right.