{"product_id":"exedy-performance-clutch-kit-1998-2002-chevrolet-camaro-1997-2004-chevrolet-corvette-1998-2002-pontiac-firebird-more","title":"EXEDY Performance Clutch Kit – 1998–2002 Chevrolet Camaro \/ 1997–2004 Chevrolet Corvette \/ 1998–2002 Pontiac Firebird + more","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEXEDY Performance Clutch Kit – 1998–2002 Chevrolet Camaro \/ 1997–2004 Chevrolet Corvette \/ 1998–2002 Pontiac Firebird + more\u003c\/strong\u003e is a focused driveline solution for 1998–2002 Chevrolet Camaro \/ 1997–2004 Chevrolet Corvette \/ 1998–2002 Pontiac Firebird + more, aimed at owners who want enthusiast street, autocross, HPDE, and modified performance builds without piecing together mismatched clutch components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout EXEDY\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEXEDY's clutch expertise began in Japan in 1923 and expanded worldwide through the Daikin Clutch legacy. Unlike brands focused only on aftermarket friction products, EXEDY also operates as an OEM powertrain supplier, bringing production-level engineering and validation experience into its street-performance and racing clutch programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat This EXEDY Product Does\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEXEDY'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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Configurations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEXEDY Part Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConstruction \/ Character\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTorque Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHyper Twin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGT01SD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwin-plate Hyper system with lightweight chromoly flywheel. Direct, motorsport-oriented engagement.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEXEDY general Hyper Twin family rating: approximately 500 ft-lb at the flywheel; verify the exact SKU\/application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-power street, drag, road-race and rally applications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStage 2 Cerametallic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e04954FW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCerametallic performance disc. More positive\/aggressive engagement.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication-specific; higher than Stage 1 in many applications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrack-biased street cars and higher-heat or higher-torque builds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich Option Makes Sense?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe variants offered for 1998–2002 Chevrolet Camaro \/ 1997–2004 Chevrolet Corvette \/ 1998–2002 Pontiac Firebird + more 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClamp Load:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stage 1\/2 covers are designed around roughly 40% higher clamping load than the genuine part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePedal Effort:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typical Stage 1\/2 increase is approximately 20–35%, application dependent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlywheel Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stage 1\/2 generally use the OEM flywheel unless noted; Hyper systems include\/require their dedicated flywheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e EXEDY Stage 1, Stage 2 and Lightweight Flywheel products are SFI 1.1 certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle Application:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1998–2002 Chevrolet Camaro \/ 1997–2004 Chevrolet Corvette \/ 1998–2002 Pontiac Firebird + more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEXEDY SKUs:\u003c\/strong\u003e GT01SD, 04954FW\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication-specific construction notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cerametallic friction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment note:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EXEDY","offers":[{"title":"Hyper Twin","offer_id":50131318866170,"sku":"EXEGT01SD","price":3772.28,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stage 2 Cerametallic","offer_id":50131318898938,"sku":"EXE04954FW","price":1916.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0325\/6352\/7739\/files\/1707ef7499ba6912ac131dcb002e6a51.jpg?v=1767776462","url":"https:\/\/lgcracing.com\/products\/exedy-performance-clutch-kit-1998-2002-chevrolet-camaro-1997-2004-chevrolet-corvette-1998-2002-pontiac-firebird-more","provider":"Legacy Racing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}