Description
Rather than treating clutch selection as a universal fit, the EXEDY Performance Clutch Kit – 1990–1996 300ZX / 1998–2004 Frontier (Nissan) is organized specifically for 1990–1996 300ZX / 1998–2004 Frontier (Nissan), with configurations chosen around street-driven, work-duty, towing-conscious, and mildly modified applications where clutch control and heat tolerance matter.
EXEDY Heritage
Founded in Japan in 1923, EXEDY built its reputation as Daikin Clutch before becoming one of the best-known global names in clutch and driveline engineering. Its background spans OEM supply and purpose-built performance hardware, giving the brand unusual depth from factory-style service parts to multi-plate racing systems.
How This Product Is Intended to Be Used
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 2 Cerametallic – Thick Disc | 06955B | Thick cerametallic disc. Aggressive, with added thermal mass. | Application-specific | Hard street/track use where repeated heat cycles and torque capacity take priority |
| Stage 2 Cerametallic – Thin Disc | 06900B | Thin cerametallic disc. Fast response; aggressive engagement. | Application-specific | Competition-oriented use where reduced disc inertia and quicker shifts are desirable |
Choosing the Right Configuration
The variants offered for 1990–1996 300ZX / 1998–2004 Frontier (Nissan) are not cosmetic choices: each changes friction behavior, thermal capability, clamp-load strategy, or plate count. Match the selection to actual engine torque, tire grip, vehicle weight, launch frequency, and street-versus-track duty rather than simply choosing the most aggressive option.
Technical Overview
- 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: 1990–1996 300ZX / 1998–2004 Frontier (Nissan)
- EXEDY SKUs: 06955B, 06900B
Application-specific construction notes: Cerametallic friction.
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.