How much power will the EXEDY Stage 1 Organic Clutch hold on a VR6?

EXEDY rates the 17800 at 257 lb-ft of torque capacity at the wheels and 321 lb-ft at the flywheel, from a 2,091 lb clamp load on a 228 mm disc. That suits a naturally aspirated 2.8-liter VR6 with intake, exhaust and software. Supercharged or turbocharged VR6 builds need a higher-capacity clutch.

Does this kit fit a Golf or Jetta with the 1.8T?

No. Turn 14 lists the 17800 for the 2.8-liter VR6 only: the 1992-1994 Corrado SLC, the 1995-2002 Golf GTI VR6, the 1994-2002 Jetta GLX, GLS and GLI, and the 1993-1997 Passat GLX. Four-cylinder and 1.8T models use a different clutch, so confirm the engine before ordering.

Is the EXEDY Stage 1 Organic Clutch Kit good for daily driving?

Yes. EXEDY builds its Stage 1 Organic Clutch kits to drive close to the factory clutch, with a sprung hub that softens driveline shock and an organic facing that engages progressively. Pedal effort is slightly higher because of the 2,091 lb clamp load, an easy trade on a VR6 used every day.

What is the difference between EXEDY Stage 1 and Stage 2 clutches?

EXEDY Stage 1 kits pair raised clamp load with an organic disc and sprung hub for smooth engagement. Stage 2 kits use a cerametallic disc that bites harder and holds more torque, with sharper take-up. For a VR6 Golf, Jetta or Corrado kept as a road car, the organic Stage 1 is the comfortable choice.

How hard is it to replace the clutch on a VR6 Volkswagen?

It is a transaxle-out job on a front-drive car, and the VR6 fills the engine bay, so it suits a shop or an experienced home mechanic with a lift and an engine support bar. Inspect or resurface the flywheel while it is exposed, since it is not part of this kit.

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EXEDY Stage 1 Organic Clutch Kit for Volkswagen Corrado SLC, Golf, Jetta and Passat VR6

EXEDY’s Stage 1 Organic Clutch Kit for Volkswagen Corrado SLC, Golf, Jetta and Passat VR6 serves the 2.8-liter narrow-angle VR6 across the Mk3 and Mk4 Golf and Jetta, the B3 and B4 Passat and the Corrado SLC with one 228 mm organic disc. At 2,091 lb of clamp load and an EXEDY rating of 257 lb-ft at the wheels, it gives a VR6 with intake, exhaust and software real margin over the factory clutch.

Design and Performance

EXEDY quotes 404 lb-ft of clutch torque capacity and 321 lb-ft at the flywheel, from a ductile-cast pressure plate clamping a 228 mm disc on a 28-tooth, 22.2 mm spline. The organic facing on a sprung hub keeps take-up smooth, and pedal effort rises only slightly over stock, which suits a VR6 that still commutes.

Features

Organic disc on a sprung center hub
Ductile-cast pressure plate, 2,091 lb clamp load
Rated 321 lb-ft at the flywheel by EXEDY
One clutch across four VR6 Volkswagen models
SFI 1.1 compliant, according to EXEDY

Specifications

Disc diameter: 228 mm
Input spline: 28 tooth, 22.2 mm
Clamp load: 2,091 lb
Clutch torque capacity: 404 lb-ft
Torque capacity at the flywheel: 321 lb-ft
Torque capacity at the wheels: 257 lb-ft

Applications

Volkswagen Corrado SLC: 1992-1994 | 2.8L VR6
Volkswagen Golf GTI VR6: Mk3 / Mk4 | 1995-2002 | 2.8L VR6
Volkswagen Jetta: Mk3 / Mk4 | 1994-2002 | 2.8L VR6 (GLX, GLS and GLI)
Volkswagen Passat GLX: B3 / B4 | 1993-1997 | 2.8L VR6

Notes

The flywheel is not included with this Stage 1 Organic Clutch kit

Frequently Asked Questions

How much power will the EXEDY Stage 1 Organic Clutch hold on a VR6? EXEDY rates the 17800 at 257 lb-ft of torque capacity at the wheels and 321 lb-ft at the flywheel, from a 2,091 lb clamp load on a 228 mm disc. That suits a naturally aspirated 2.8-liter VR6 with intake, exhaust and software. Supercharged or turbocharged VR6 builds need a higher-capacity clutch.
Does this kit fit a Golf or Jetta with the 1.8T? No. Turn 14 lists the 17800 for the 2.8-liter VR6 only: the 1992-1994 Corrado SLC, the 1995-2002 Golf GTI VR6, the 1994-2002 Jetta GLX, GLS and GLI, and the 1993-1997 Passat GLX. Four-cylinder and 1.8T models use a different clutch, so confirm the engine before ordering.
Is the EXEDY Stage 1 Organic Clutch Kit good for daily driving? Yes. EXEDY builds its Stage 1 Organic Clutch kits to drive close to the factory clutch, with a sprung hub that softens driveline shock and an organic facing that engages progressively. Pedal effort is slightly higher because of the 2,091 lb clamp load, an easy trade on a VR6 used every day.
What is the difference between EXEDY Stage 1 and Stage 2 clutches? EXEDY Stage 1 kits pair raised clamp load with an organic disc and sprung hub for smooth engagement. Stage 2 kits use a cerametallic disc that bites harder and holds more torque, with sharper take-up. For a VR6 Golf, Jetta or Corrado kept as a road car, the organic Stage 1 is the comfortable choice.
How hard is it to replace the clutch on a VR6 Volkswagen? It is a transaxle-out job on a front-drive car, and the VR6 fills the engine bay, so it suits a shop or an experienced home mechanic with a lift and an engine support bar. Inspect or resurface the flywheel while it is exposed, since it is not part of this kit.

About EXEDY

EXEDY Corporation of Neyagawa, Osaka, traces its clutch business back to 1923 and built its name as Daikin Clutch before adopting the EXEDY brand. It is a leading original-equipment maker of clutches and powertrain parts, and its racing line supplies Hyper Series multi-plate clutches for drag, circuit and rally use. EXEDY Globalparts Corporation, its wholly owned US subsidiary, supports the range in North America.

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