Description
Rather than treating clutch selection as a universal fit, the EXEDY OE Replacement Clutch Kit – 1990–1991 Honda CRX / Civic is organized specifically for 1990–1991 Honda CRX / Civic, with configurations chosen around daily-driven and enthusiast street applications that need dependable engagement and OE-correct fitment.
EXEDY Heritage
With roots in Japan dating to 1923, EXEDY has spent generations engineering clutches and powertrain components for both vehicle manufacturers and the aftermarket. That OEM foundation carries into its performance range, where organic, cerametallic, chromoly, and multi-plate technologies are developed for increasingly demanding street and competition applications.
How This Product Is Intended to Be Used
EXEDY OE Replacement clutch kits are designed around factory power levels and factory-style drivability. They are the right choice when the priority is smooth take-up, predictable pedal behavior, and a service replacement that works with the vehicle's original clutch architecture rather than adding unnecessary aggression.
Best for stock to near-stock vehicles, commuter use, restoration work, and owners who value refinement over added clamp load. EXEDY states that its OE Replacement kits are rated for OEM power levels; heavily modified engines should move to an appropriate performance series instead.
Configuration
- EXEDY Part Number: 08012
- Configuration: OE Replacement Clutch Kit
- Construction / Character: Factory-style single-disc clutch service kit
- Torque Rating: OEM / factory power levels
- Best Suited For: Stock or near-stock street vehicles prioritizing smooth engagement and OE-style behavior
Application Recommendation
For 1990–1991 Honda CRX / Civic, this configuration makes the most sense when its intended duty matches the vehicle's actual power and use. Avoid overspecifying clutch aggressiveness: the best setup is the one that maintains the needed torque reserve while preserving usable modulation and protecting the rest of the driveline.
Engineering Details
- Power Level: OEM / stock power levels
- Engagement Character: Factory-style, smooth and progressive
- Flywheel Compatibility: Designed for OEM flywheel unless EXEDY specifies otherwise
- Break-In Guidance: EXEDY recommends 500 city miles or 1,000 highway miles of easy driving
- Vehicle Application: 1990–1991 Honda CRX / Civic
- EXEDY SKU: 08012
Fitment note: Fitment should be verified against the exact drivetrain, not model name alone. Check year, engine, transmission, and any existing flywheel or EXEDY clutch-system part number before installation.