Description
Built specifically around the fitment requirements of 1985–1987 4Runner / 1979–1981 Celica / 1981–1988 Pickup (Toyota), the EXEDY Performance Clutch Kit – 1985–1987 4Runner / 1979–1981 Celica / 1981–1988 Pickup (Toyota) gives owners a direct way to choose EXEDY hardware matched to enthusiast street, autocross, HPDE, and modified performance builds.
A Century of Clutch Engineering
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.
Purpose & Application
EXEDY's performance single- and multi-plate systems are intended to raise torque capacity and heat tolerance while matching the engagement characteristics to the car's intended use. Stage 1 uses an organic friction strategy for the most street-friendly behavior; Stage 2 moves to cerametallic friction for harder use; Hyper systems add dedicated flywheel and multi-plate architecture for substantially higher-output builds.
Choose the least aggressive configuration that comfortably covers the engine's torque and heat load. That approach normally gives the best balance of drivability, service life, transmission friendliness, and track durability.
Available Configurations
This parent listing contains multiple EXEDY configurations for the same application family. The differences below are functional and should be selected around torque demand, heat load, and acceptable engagement behavior.
| Configuration | EXEDY Part Number | Construction / Character | Torque Capacity | Recommended Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 Organic | 16801B | Ultra-Fiber organic, sprung center. Smoothest performance option; typically closest to stock. | Application-specific; higher than OE | Street, canyon, autocross and light track use on mildly modified engines |
| Stage 2 Cerametallic – Thick Disc | 16951B | Thick cerametallic disc. Aggressive, with added thermal mass. | Application-specific | Hard street/track use where repeated heat cycles and torque capacity take priority |
How to Choose
For 1985–1987 4Runner / 1979–1981 Celica / 1981–1988 Pickup (Toyota), start with Stage 1 when street manners and modulation are the priority; step to Stage 2 when torque output, repeated heat, launches, or track use demand more bite. Where thick, thin, or cushion-button Stage 2 discs are offered, choose thick for broader thermal durability, thin for lower rotating inertia/quick shifts, and cushion-button for a more progressive compromise.
Key Technical Specifications
- Clamp Load: Stage 1/2 covers are designed around roughly 40% higher clamping load than the genuine part
- Pedal Effort: Typical Stage 1/2 increase is approximately 20–35%, application dependent
- Flywheel Compatibility: Stage 1/2 generally use the OEM flywheel unless noted; Hyper systems include/require their dedicated flywheel
- Certification: EXEDY Stage 1, Stage 2 and Lightweight Flywheel products are SFI 1.1 certified
- Vehicle Application: 1985–1987 4Runner / 1979–1981 Celica / 1981–1988 Pickup (Toyota)
- EXEDY SKUs: 16801B, 16951B
Application-specific construction notes: Cerametallic friction.
Fitment note: Before ordering, confirm the exact year, trim, engine, transmission, and flywheel/clutch-system combination. EXEDY may use different components within the same model range, particularly where transmissions or factory flywheel designs changed.