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B&M Short Shifter *

The B&M short shifter fits all 2000-2003 Eclipses. Both the GT and RS/GS models. It is not for the Sportronic equipped automatic transmission cars :-P

We measured a 1" reduction in shift knob travel with this shifter. The kit is complete, all necessary install parts are included.

Price is $140 (does not come with shift knob nor we offer it else where on the site)    

Energy Suspension Shifter Base Bushings $10 additional with shifter purchase.

*Note, B&M  short shifter for 2000 ~  up no longer comes with the billet shift knob.  You can call B&M at
1-818-882-6422 and ask them why they did not include the billet shift knob as it did before.

B&M Install Instructions

 


3G Eclipse V-6 Clutches - GT 5 Speed

Advanced Clutch Technology

$460

 
ACT has just introduced the Heavy Duty series clutch for the V-6 Eclipse only (not for the Stratus). By optimizing the geometry inside the pressure plate and using a 6% larger disc with a sprung hub, the torque handling capacity has been increased by over 50%. This is done while still using an organic street disc for smooth engagement and no chatter. 

A full race disc is available by special order also, but we don't think you need it. Price includes a factory throw out bearing.

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ACT Heavy Duty 3G Eclipse Clutch Specifications

 

Clamp Load

Torque Capacity

Stock V-6 Clutch 1680 Lbs 270 Ft Lbs
ACT Heavy Duty 2420 Lbs 410 Ft Lbs
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Centerforce Dual Friction

$455

We prefer the ACT, but if you are in love with the Centerforce clutch, we got it in stock.

 


3G Eclipse 4 Cyl Clutches - RS/GS 5 Speed

Advanced Clutch Technology 

2100lb Full Face H-D Street (Organic) disc
(includes factory plastic sleeved throw out bearing)

$ 335

ACT clutches use  a 2100 lb  pressure pate with a full face high friction organic disc. There is some increased pedal effort for the 2100 lb clutch. We do not recommend the ACT 2600 lb clutch for use on the stock flywheel because the additional load it puts on the flex plate concerns us.

ACT also makes "Race" discs. Everyone thinks they have a race car, we don't think you do :-) If you want a race disc (4 puck or 6 puck) call or e-mail and tell us why you want a broken tranny, heavy chatter, and extreme driveline noise. We will special order a "race" disc for you.

ACT parts are available separately, but buy individual parts at your own risk. Most times when you kill a disc, the friction surface of the pressure plate will also be warped from the heat. ACT discs can be used with a Centerforce pressure plate if the pressure plate is in good condition.

2100 lb Pressure Plate  $210   ACT Street Disc           $120 

Factory Style T/O Bearing                  $ 25

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Centerforce Dual-Friction, H-D Ball Bearing Pivot Clutch  

$ 375

Fits All 4 cylinder 2000-2003 Eclipses

Centerforce uses a unique design with the Eclipse clutch to allow a high clamp load but still retain an easy pedal effort. ball bearing pivot points for the diaphragm for an easy pedal effort.  We recommend it highly for any car with considerable additional power and torque on tap. While it is fine for going fast, it is perfectly streetable. Centerforce uses Marcel (wavy metal layer) between the layers of the clutch disc and a sprung center hub to make the engagement smoother than most performance clutches. 

If you are serious about drag racing and chasing a magic number, if you launch hard and often, get the ACT 2600. Excessive heat from repeated launches will kill the CFDF (and most other clutches). You will hear quite varied opinions about CFDF all over the internet. Some guys run fast with them forever, others have killed them in under 6 months. It is all up to you. If you make repeated launches and runs you will seriously shorten it's life. If you are disciplined enough to let things cool down between runs you will be fine. Just like overheating your brakes will give you no grip, the same thing happens with your clutch. Get it hot enough and you will turn the disc into kitty hair.  The Centerforce will slip a little more, but this can be safer. You choose your weak point...clutch or hard parts.

Price includes factory plastic sleeved throw out bearing to protect your transmission input shaft sleeve.

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RRE's 3G Eclipse 4 Cyl Clutch Chooser Assistant     (0=Less, 3= More)

  Clamp Load Torque Capacity Heavy Pedal Drag Launching Repeated Launching Tranny Breaker Chatter  Price
Stock 3G 4 Cyl Clutch 1100 lbs 170 0 0 0 0 0  
Stock DSM Turbo Clutch 1600 lbs 260 0 1 0 0 0 $225
ACT 2100 2100 lbs 322 1 1 0 0 0 $325
Centerforce  2500 lbs 350 1 2 1 0 0 $395
ACT 2600
(not recommended, flywheel strength concerns)
2600 lbs 400 3 3 3 1 1 $395

 


 

 
 
 

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13022 La Dana Ct.
Santa Fe Springs, Ca. 90670
Tel (562) 777-1522     Fax (562) 777-1562
Last updated 08/24/08 RH