What's the consensus on the revised/post-recall clutch?

[AustinL911]

So I've got a '21 6MT JTR that still has a stock clutch in it. I've had zero issues with it so far. I'd love to have a heavier flywheel and as such, have an ACT setup that's been sitting in my garage for a couple years waiting to go in. I've also had my recall notice for the clutch replacement sitting on my kitchen counter since Spring. What do people think of the new factory clutch? Is the flywheel heavier? Does it feel any different? Should I just forego the recall and move forward with the ACT that I've already purchased? Any chance above 0% that a dealer would install the ACT for me (lol)?

Thoughts?

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[NortonJTSS]

So I've got a '21 6MT JTR that still has a stock clutch in it. I've had zero issues with it so far. I'd love to have a heavier flywheel and as such, have an ACT setup that's been sitting in my garage for a couple years waiting to go in. I've also had my recall notice for the clutch replacement sitting on my kitchen counter since Spring. What do people think of the new factory clutch? Is the flywheel heavier? Does it feel any different? Should I just forego the recall and move forward with the ACT that I've already purchased? Any chance above 0% that a dealer would install the ACT for me (lol)?

Thoughts?

I have a 21 6MT too and didn't have any issues prior to the clutch recall at 30,000 and got it done in July. I would say it feels just a little smoother and the clutch doesn't feel as vague as it did when I first broke it in, so I would definitely say it's a slight upgrade and probably safer, but honestly it doesn't really feel all that different from before. As far as the flywheel feeling heavier? Maybe a tad but not really a very perceivable difference. If you want to do the ACT setup for a different feel, I'd say go ahead and do that. I'd stick with the 0% chance on a dealer installing it tho

 

[lppd45]

I picked mine up today. Better, yes. But I’d think you’d be better off with the Act if you already have it. I don’t think I’ll be upgrading anytime soon but if I already purchased an Act or Centerforce I might.

 

[YooperCracker]

Didn't notice a difference on my 2022 Rubicon

 

[NULL POINTER]

When I had my 2018 JLUR, I had the ACT kit put in by a Jeep specialty shop. The heavier flywheel made a world of difference, no more jerking at low speed. A bit heavier feel, it felt like a real clutch, more like my Corvette than the mushy way it felt OEM. If I had a MT JL or JT, I would definitely do the ACT clutch kit again.

Stellantis even reimbursed me for the cost of clutch, and a small labor allowance, or maybe it was the other way around. Either way, that was a bit over half the total cost of my ACT kit and installation so I can't complain. Many people were totally denied reimbursement. I was able to document that no solution was available at the time I ordered the ACT clutch, and no solution was available for my year when it was installed. I also had to justify why I had it installed by a non-dealer, which was easy, no local dealer had parts to fix it and because of liability would not touch a 3rd party part to satisfy the recall.

 

[Flyboy2109]

I agree that the clutch is "less vague" on engagement as NortonJTSS says. I always want to feel that there is a full engagement point, like the TREMEC 6 in my GM vehicle. Usually on a manual you can feel that point at about 1 1/2 inches below the pedal top stop and the clutch begins to engage/disengage.

Besides that, if it comes apart now I did the recall and it's on the manufacturer again. Once it is off warrantee my inclination is to go Centerforce if I have trouble.

 

[mrhemi]

My 2022 was just completed. The vehicle only had 4000 miles on it, so the comparison is not between a worn clutch and a new one. It is better, but by no means optional. The ECM reflash appears to have addressed throttle response complaints as well. I find it much more consistent now. I am not the only one to have noticed the difference in the throttle.

 

[bd100]

Not until they fix the software for the service transmission error and limp mode.

 

[Advntrbound]

My 2020 is going in Friday for the new clutch. I have all the parts arriving to get jscan up and running as well. I've been on 35s for a year and it's time to fix the speedo/odometer.

 

[Slapping_Rabbits]

I agree that the clutch is "less vague" on engagement as NortonJTSS says. I always want to feel that there is a full engagement point, like the TREMEC 6 in my GM vehicle. Usually on a manual you can feel that point at about 1 1/2 inches below the pedal top stop and the clutch begins to engage/disengage.

Besides that, if it comes apart now I did the recall and it's on the manufacturer again. Once it is off warrantee my inclination is to go Centerforce if I have trouble.

do you know which centerforce clutch you are going to get? I'm about to buy one. So done with my OEM clutch.

 

[Flyboy2109]

do you know which centerforce clutch you are going to get? I'm about to buy one. So done with my OEM clutch.

Actually, I do not. My clutch is fine so far so all I am going by is what our pals here at the forum say, that Centerforce is the way to go. I have no research done yet.

 

[Advntrbound]

Dropped my jeep off this morning for a new clutch (recall). 93k miles and it was still good, but hey, a free, brand new clutch and it'll be on Stelantis from here on out if anything goes wrong.

 

[Tullyp]

2022 sport. 29500 miles. Had no problems with original clutch and no difference with replacement.

 

[ACTman]

do you know which centerforce clutch you are going to get? I'm about to buy one. So done with my OEM clutch.

If getting the CF, I recommend the CF2, not the dual friction, since it has more friction material for better heat capacity. Of course I recommend the ACT (JP6-HDSS), but that's because I own the company.

 

[Slapping_Rabbits]

If getting the CF, I recommend the CF2, not the dual friction, since it has more friction material for better heat capacity. Of course I recommend the ACT (JP6-HDSS), but that's because I own the company.

Honestly I hadn't looked into the ACT because I thought it was a racing type clutch. I just looked up the one you mentioned and it looks pretty good!

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