SMC Vortex 2-Disc Clutch
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SMC Vortex 2-Disc Clutch
You are bidding on a new 2-Disc Vortex Clutch Please indicate which sprocket tooth number you would like; If you do not indicate we will send you a 13T Vortex - The only new clutch idea in 25 years! Vortex clutches have a unique spring that is twisted to store energy reminiscent of a whirlpool or vortex. Vortex clutch springs are adjusted quickly, easily and precisely without dial calipers. Vortex springs are connected to the levers, not the pressure plate. Forces exchanged between lever and spring during engagement are no longer attenuated by the presence of a pressure plate. The clutch responds much more quickly to the needs of the engine. There is no "bogging". The engine spools up faster. The kart accelerates sooner. Vortex clutches are modern Vortex clutch patents were issued in 2001 and 2003. Every other disc clutch in kart racing uses a design from the last millennium - 1978! Vortex clutches are unique Exhibit hard "pull" instead of hard "hit" The only disc clutch with springs attached directly to the levers The only disc clutch without a pressure plate Rebuilds are inexpensive and simple Rebuilds are accomplished in approximately five minutes! Vortex clutches are faster Engine bogging or "drop off" is nearly eliminated. Less energy lost to clutch heating leaving more energy for acceleration Very smooth engagement, particularly in turns, permits smooth steering response and saves valuable lap time. Race Proven. SMC Vortex clutches have been used to win every major dirt, sprint and endurance race in the USA. Even for heavy karts with road racing gear ratio and standing starts, it is fast, durable and consistent. Credit goes to the Vortex spring's simplicity, the efficient heat dissipation of an aluminum cover and superior friction materials. Vortex Clutch Engine Applications Briggs & Stratton - Animal Briggs & Stratton - Flat Head Honda - GX160 Honda - GX200 Which do I need- 1 disc or 2 The one disc clutch is fastest unless it gets hot. Helpful guidelines: Qualifying rounds should be run with one disc clutches. Track time is too short for the clutch to get hot. One disc clutches are recommended for long tracks i.e. #35 clutch sprockets with 16 or more teeth (#219 clutch sprockets with 19 or more teeth ). The clutch has time to cool down between corners. One disc clutches are recommended for the junior classes. Lighter karts put less thermal stress on clutches Two disc clutches are recommended for short tracks i.e. #35 sprockets with 15 or fewer teeth (#219 sprockets with18 or fewer teeth ) because there is too little time to cool the clutch between corners and the extra drive plate increases heat capacity. Two and three disc clutches are recommended for Honda engines regardless of gear ratio because the engine develops maximum torque at low rpm. One or two disc clutches are recommended for road (enduro) racing. Although the tall gear ratio causes the clutch to slip for a very long time and generate much heat, the straights are long allowing plenty of time for the discs to cool before the next corner. Two-stroke engines have a very high engagement rpm and consequently slip for a long time. Use a three disc clutch in combination with a jack shaft. | ||||||||||||
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