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The Fixer · 03-20-2010, 09:16 AM

Hey guys,
I need to replace the clutch on my car, and after seeing some of the destruction and carnage vids posted on this site I figured I should ask...

At what point do you need an SFI bellhousing? My car is street-driven and has a torquey ZZ4-cammed 355. A ZZ4 was rated at 350hp, 400 ft/lbs (flywheel, not rear-wheel) - my motor probably has less HP because of the TPI, but at least that much torque. I haven't had any issues with the setup so far (other than the old worn clutch slipping) but I just want to be sure it'll be safe. Or, should I get a kevlar trans blanket or something?

03-20-2010, 09:16 AM	#1
The Fixer Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: North Jersey Posts: 3,047 iTrader: (5)	Stock Flywheel/Bellhousing Safe Under 400HP? Hey guys, I need to replace the clutch on my car, and after seeing some of the destruction and carnage vids posted on this site I figured I should ask... At what point do you need an SFI bellhousing? My car is street-driven and has a torquey ZZ4-cammed 355. A ZZ4 was rated at 350hp, 400 ft/lbs (flywheel, not rear-wheel) - my motor probably has less HP because of the TPI, but at least that much torque. I haven't had any issues with the setup so far (other than the old worn clutch slipping) but I just want to be sure it'll be safe. Or, should I get a kevlar trans blanket or something? __________________ Seeya, Steve R. in North Jersey '16 Go-Mango Dodge Charger R/T. It's so good to be back in a V8-powered, RWD car! Former Toy - '88 Monte SS - had lots of mods...