Xtreme Outback

How to Choose
a Clutch Kit

Our Part Number System

Xtreme Outback kits are available in a wide range of configurations. After determining the right stage of clutch for you, make sure to select the part with the components you require (series code) and review the specifications of the clutch on the product page.

Our stages are mostly defined by the friction disc type combined with the level of clamping force from the pressure plate. Choosing the correct clutch kit for your application is critical to ensure the best durability, performance and driveability. Many people believe that jumping straight to a motorsport upgrade will provide the best kit for their application, but these are designed for very special uses and may not be the best kit for your application.

In order to choose your clutch kit, ask yourself these 4 main questions and then match this to the recommendations below. Also make sure to check our online vehicle catalogue HERE and see what stages are available for your vehicle as well as specific clamping force percentage increases for your car. If you need any help, please feel free to ask our friendly sales team for advice by CONTACTING US

Question 1: How many performance modifications have been made to the vehicle?

Performance modifications vary greatly between vehicles. It is important to consider what types of modifications have been made and how significant the increases in engine torque will be. It is also important to consider whether larger wheels are fitted or whether there are significant changes to vehicle weight. These can all play a factor with the forces on your new clutch.

"It is important to consider
what types of modifications
have been made and how
significant the increases
in engine torque will be."

Question 2: What is the vehicle mainly being used for (ie. towing, off-road, daily driving, motorsport)?

One of the most critical questions to consider is what the vehicle is being used for primarily. Is it still being used everyday on the street or is it a special off-road race vehicle? This is important to ensure you get the level of driveability required for what you actually use the vehicle for.

The most popular upgrades in the Xtreme Outback range are Stage 1 and Stage 1X clutch kits, this is because they are the most driveable upgrades for everyday use and off-roading. Stage 2 and Race Series upgrades are reserved for motorsport use only.

Although there are some very unique applications where a ceramic clutch upgrade is recommended for the street, this is quite rare in 4x4 applications and we always recommend contacting our team to discuss you options if you feel you need a ceramic level upgrade for a vehicle still being driven daily on-road or off-road.

Question 3: What modifications, if any, are you planning to make to the vehicle in the near future and would your application change?

Consider whether you are planning to make any significant performance upgrades to the vehicle in the future. If you are looking at upgrading to a higher level tune or completely rebuilding the engine in the near future, it may be worth considering upgrading your clutch to the correct specification now. This is often the case when looking between a heavy duty and extra heavy duty upgrade for specific vehicle applications.

"Consider whether you
are planning to make
any significant performance
upgrades to the vehicle
in the future"

Question 4: What components would you require for the clutch system?

This can be difficult to determine before the transmission has been removed from the vehicle, but it is important to consider what other components should be changed at the same time as the clutch. Xtreme Outback offer a variety of different kit solutions including base level kits all the way through to kits including a replacement flywheel and slave cylinder. Check out our kit options for your vehicle in the online catalogue and if you require additional components, Xtreme Outback also offer replacement accessories individually such as clutch forks, pivot balls, fork boots, transmission guide tubes, bearings, flywheel and pressure plate bolts, dowels, master cylinders, dampers, boosters and more.