Found this on the mazdaspeed.jp site. Converted the yen pricing on the bottom (around $570 US) .
Has anyone heard when this will become available?
http://www.mazda.co.jp/mazdaspeed/news/2004/08.html

http://www.mazda.co.jp/mazdaspeed/
(first link under the news section).

 

Nope - but I bet cortc has his eye on it. I wonder how it compares to the ACT clutches?

Translation:
Selling the new development part for Matsuda RX-8
In "touring kit A- specifications" clutch cover and clutch disk additional setting


Matsuda speed the tuning item to "touring kit A which furthermore improves the sport efficiency of Matsuda RX-8 - the specifications" adds sets the clutch cover and the clutch disk, we sell via the Matsuda group dealership and the Matsuda speed commodity dealer of entire country.

Feature > of < commodity
* Clutch cover
It strengthens bonding power and actualizing secure clutch work. You pull out the place where the high performance of the clutch disk is left without, transmit engine power to the driving wheel efficiently. Bonding power: 8.90kN
Note) independence use with failure, simultaneous exchange with the clutch disk is necessary.

* Clutch disk
It is the obstinate design which it can withstand also extreme clutch operation and use of long haul. It is superior even in feeling, from motor sport such as the gymkhana which delicate clutch work is required, to street travelling it answers wide needs. Frictional material: Non asbestos
Note) independence use with failure, simultaneous replacement with the clutch cover is necessary.

< Commodity summary >

Trade name Part number P/C Desired retail price
Price including tax (tax removal price) Remark
Clutch cover QSE1 16 410 1 33,600 Yen (32,000 Yen) 6MT car exclusive use
Independent use failure
(Simultaneous exchange with the clutch disk is needed)
Clutch disk
(Non asbestos) QSE1 16 460 1 26,250 Yen (25,000 Yen) 6MT car exclusive use
Independent use failure
(Simultaneous exchange with the clutch cover is needed)

 

Thanks for the translation , I was working on that.
It's 320cover+250 disk, so around $570US.

 

very cool.

 

Thanks for it... have not been to the MS site for a while.

Can order them in Japan - someone suggest change that with flywheel altogether?

 

That would be the logical thing to do imho.

 

yea if anyone its cortc that probably has it ordered and shipping to his house as we speak :p. Either way thats a good amount of change for a clutch

 

Im suprised theres not more excitement over this MS part.

What would the beneift of the MS clutch offer? (if anyone knows)

Does the price outway any benefits?

Im not extremely car tech savy, but the thought of a MS cluth/cluth line/flywheel/short shifter had me drooling.

 

This clutch should be compared to a ACT Severe Duty Clutch set on performanace and price. Why was this part added to the lineup of MS parts I wonder? Is the stock clutch weak? It seems that any Mazdaspeed parts that come out of Japan, were designed to increase the capabilities of our cars, whatever they are. I just wish they were not so expensive...

Current prices I have found:
Clutch Cover: QSE1 16 410 $396
Clutch Disc: QSE1 16 460 $346

 

I am drooling about those parts too. To be honest, the parts are "feel only" parts and do not increase performance whatsoever. But in the link, they said it last longer in adverse condition. I think they mean you can safely use that on the track.

For the abuser of the clutch out there, there is a solution for you

 

This would be good as a replacement or at the time of a flywheel install, not worth it otherwise...

 

My sentiments exactly - when I do my MS flywheel, I think I will throw this in the car at the same time, along with the throw out and pilot bearings :D

 

Sorry, I know this is an old post dredge, but has anyone got it, or is it even available?

Frankly the only reason I'd go with a MS part is to retain some shred of warranty. Yes, they're usually a bit more $ than comparable or even better aftermarket parts, but when you got tightwad dealer service centers, you wanna retain warranty as long as you can.

Oh, and if I were to get this.. in goes the flywheel too!

 

This part is available on www.rx8garage.net. The clutch cover/pressure plate is $345 & the clutch disc is $262 (Total = $607). I will be thinking about this if my stock tranny goes out when I go FI.

 

its going in my car soon
have more comming in next week.

 

Thanks! Saw that.. was wondering if anyone has it installed yet?