Competition Clutch Stage 3 Clutch for Honda D Series

Competition Clutch Stage 3 Clutch - Honda D Series

Stock clutch slipping on your D series? The Competition Clutch Stage 3 clutch's got 150% more clamping force than the factory clutch. It's designed for turbocharged or high-compression naturally aspirated builds. The clutch disc uses segmented ceramic friction material, which holds way more torque than organic material but engagement's aggressive. The pedal's heavier than stock and the clutch grabs hard when you let it out. This isn't a daily driver clutch unless you're okay with a heavy pedal and grabby engagement. It's for cars making serious power that need a clutch that won't slip.

150% More Torque Capacity Than Stock

The Stage 3 clutch's got 150% more clamping force than the factory clutch. That means it can hold way more torque before it starts slipping. If you're running a turbo setup or a built all-motor engine making serious power, this clutch holds where the factory clutch and Stage 1/2 clutches slip. The higher clamping force comes from a stiffer performance pressure plate. You'll feel it in the pedal. It's way heavier than stock.

Segmented Ceramic Friction Material

The clutch disc uses segmented ceramic friction material instead of organic material. Ceramic handles heat way better than organic material and it holds more torque. The downside is engagement's aggressive. The clutch grabs hard when you let it out, and there's not much slip zone. You're either in or you're out. If you're used to a stock clutch with smooth, progressive engagement, the Stage 3 feels abrupt. That's normal for ceramic clutches. The segmented design (the ceramic's in separate pucks instead of a full disc) helps reduce heat buildup and it makes the clutch slightly easier to modulate than a solid ceramic disc, but it's still way more aggressive than organic material.

300 Mile Break-In Period

Competition Clutch recommends a 300-mile break-in period for this clutch. That means easy driving for the first 300 miles. No hard launches, no slipping the clutch under load, no track days. If you don't break it in properly, the clutch won't bed in right and you'll have issues with engagement and holding power. Follow the break-in instructions that come with the clutch.

What You Get

• Competition Clutch Stage 3 clutch kit
• Performance pressure plate (150% more clamping force than stock)
• Segmented ceramic sprung disc
• Throwout bearing (release bearing)
• Pilot bearing
• Alignment tool
• 90-day warranty

Fits Your Car

• 1992-1995 Honda Civic CX/DX/EX/LX/VX
• 1992-1995 Honda Civic Si
• 1996-2000 Honda Civic DX/EX/LX
• 2001-2005 Honda Civic DX/EX/LX
• 1993-1997 Honda Del Sol S/Si

Compatible Engines

• D15, D16, D17

Note: This clutch is for turbocharged or high-horsepower naturally aspirated builds. It's not for stock power daily drivers. The pedal's way heavier than stock and engagement's aggressive. If you're running stock power or mild bolt-ons and you want smooth engagement, get a Stage 1 or 2 clutch. If you're making serious power and you need a clutch that won't slip, this Stage 3 holds. Break in the clutch properly. 300 miles easy driving minimum. No hard launches or track days during break-in. Resurface or replace your flywheel when you're installing a new clutch. Manual transmission only.