[y_ankee21]

Would a flyweel void the warranty? Is it worth it to pay 400? How much gains at the wheels should i feel? Thanks

 

[greg091]

lightened flywheel = faster acceleration

 

[zeromotorsports]

i know lance is a big fan of the lighter flywheel so he'll prob jump in shortly...

but the engine revs up faster you will feel a difference driving it and it will be much more fun to drive

 

[silverrsxjezus]

There's no actual hp gains from a flywheel, but you will definitely notice something. Keep in mind that while rpms go up faster, than fall faster as well, since the purpose of the flywheel is to keep the inertia. So as long as you can deal with that, it should be all good.


Since you're getting a flywheel, why not get an aftermarket clutch as well? Both will require you to take out the tranny, anyways, and I'm sure it's best to get both

 

[nY1018]

is there a flywheel in an automatic too?

 

[Capton Typo]

yes...but no clutch

The flywheel will attach to a torque converter (see: http://auto.howstuffworks.com/torque-converter.htm)

-Michael

 

[y_ankee21]

So I have to take the tranny out.....sounds expensive....

 

[nY1018]

if you change the flywheel on an automatic, would it still be beneficial?

 

[lo bux racer]

Any weight reduction in the drivetrain is a good thing. That's just one of the many reasons for choosing light wheels.

I have lightened cranks, flywheels, clutches, rods, pistons, and drive pulleys of all kinds in search of better acceleration. Keep in mind, there is no power gain, just less inertia, so you'll get to top speed more quickly than if the parts are heavier. Some engine parts should never be lightened by amateurs, but flywheels are pretty safe and provide excellent bang for the buck.