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sorry to hijack but im still a newbie. what is a lock up or sling shot clutch?

 

A lock up is a device that keeps your clutch from slipping at higher rpms.

It "locks it up."

The slingshot is a type of lock up device.

 

I have both styles and like each for different reasons.

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I have a question kinda off topic but at what point would you start looking toward lockup rather than a heavy duty clutch .. I mean is it part of somthing you should do with a mild 4 mil build or is this 421 serval motor and up you should consider it part of the build ? I am getting ready to pull the trigger on a 4 mil and wanna know if it's somthing I should buy and put in when I have cases apart

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I have a question kinda off topic but at what point would you start looking toward lockup rather than a heavy duty clutch .. I mean is it part of somthing you should do with a mild 4 mil build or is this 421 serval motor and up you should consider it part of the build ? I am getting ready to pull the trigger on a 4 mil and wanna know if it's somthing I should buy and put in when I have cases apart

 

 

usually over 80 hp is when you need a lock up. But anytime you have too much clutch slip is when it is useful. If you don't have enough hp to slip it a little you won't like it. A little slip is good for a decent launch.

 

SP

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usually over 80 hp is when you need a lock up. But anytime you have too much clutch slip is when it is useful. If you don't have enough hp to slip it a little you won't like it. A little slip is good for a decent launch.

 

SP

But even if you don't nessicary have the power/hp needed for the lock up couldn't that be compensated for with adjusting the pressure?

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The term "lock up clutch" is really misleading.

Used properly, they will actually regulate clutch slippage. As stated before, some slippage off the line is needed.

 

I like the DD style. Weights can be adjusted in grams and the whole set up weighs a LOT less.

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