{"product_id":"clutch-masters-fx500-8-puck-clutch-kit-audi-a4-1997-05-audi-a4-quattro-1997-05-more","title":"Clutch Masters FX500 (8-puck) Clutch Kit - Audi A4 (1997-05) \/ Audi A4 Quattro (1997-05) \u0026 more","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"productlongdesc\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e200-400% Increased Holding Capacity - **RACE ONLY**\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eKits beginning with 02240 are 240mm Upgraded Conversion Kits. The OEM clutch kit from factory is a smaller 228mm. The Clutch Masters 240mm upgrade kit has a higher holding capacity, higher life expectancy, and less expensive than the OEM 228mm size clutch units. The 240mm upgrade kit must use a Clutch Masters specific flywheel FW-240-SF. If you want to stick with a OEM size clutch unit then use kit numbers kit numbers 02027.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe versatile FX500 System uses our Power Plus II Pressure Plate along with a solid (rigid, unsprung) center 6 or 8 Puck Ceramic Button disc or a Sintered Iron Disc. The FX500 disc is designed for outstanding holding capacity and rapid heat dissipation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Plus II Pressure Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHi-Leverage Design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuctile Iron Casting (when applicable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-Duty Straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision Heat Treated Diaphragms (2 stacked)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial Fricition Reducing Lubricant to Eliminate Diaphragm Binding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptionally High Clamping Force\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e***Heavy Pedal Pressure***\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FX500 ceramic paddle design creates a quick and rapid engagement as well as clutch chatter that is not recommended for the street.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom full drag race FX500 systems utilizing the Sintered Iron friction material are designed for, and thrive, under the most extreme conditions. This system is custom built for the specific application. Please call us with your special requirements for pricing and availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning: The FX500 is a Solid Hub (rigid) disc that engages and disengages instantly. This is a Race Only clutch.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll stages come as a complete kit including disc, pressure plate, throwout bearing, pilot bearing (when applicable), and alignment tool. (Individual components available upon request)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid 4 or 6 Puck Segmented or 8 Puck Full-Face Ceramic Button Disc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Ceramic Friction Material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid Hub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo Marcel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom Sintered Iron Disc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSintered Iron Friction Material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid Hub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo Marcel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM or better Release Bearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePilot Bearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlignment Tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstruction Card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Ceramic based clutch discs are not intended to increase the life expectancy of a clutch rather to increase the holding capacity and improve the durability of the clutch. Using a ceramic based material for easy street driving may reduce the life of the clutch kit due to harsh engagement and higher tendency to slip the clutch kit. Ceramic discs are never recommended for stock or near stock vehicle applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSFI Certified to spec 1.2 for competition in NHRA, NDRA, IDRC, IHRA, SCCA and NASA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GziHKf_s1oQ\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Clutch Masters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67845201789232,"sku":"02027-HDBL-R","price":718.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/7582\/4176\/files\/F198786093.png?v=1790259438","url":"https:\/\/es-performance.com\/fr-us\/products\/clutch-masters-fx500-8-puck-clutch-kit-audi-a4-1997-05-audi-a4-quattro-1997-05-more","provider":"Eurosport Performance","version":"1.0","type":"link"}