Has anyone used the ECS Performance Clutch?

blackshan · 02-05-2014, 09:46 PM

With higher horsepower setups somewhere in the area of 500 whp and up a single mass flywheel is needed. Not sure if there are any aftermarket flywheels available for the stock clutch.

Myrder · 02-05-2014, 10:11 PM

I think this clutch would be a good fit for people who are FBO but not running ragged or using meth. If it can hold the heavy 550i power and torque it should be able to support the light 335i to 500rwtq easy.

blackshan · 02-05-2014, 10:59 PM

This is a perfect oem upgrade instead of getting a act clutch.

Tzu · 02-06-2014, 06:18 AM

Guys, the 335is clutch is nothing new. Many people were installing them before Spec and ACT became the go to with upgraded turbos. The pressure plate is beefier, and provides additional clamping force over the stock 335 pressure plate. How much exactly has yet to be quantified. I've never heard that the clutch material was different until looking at ECS' website.

blackshan · 02-06-2014, 10:25 AM

Well hopefully someone figures that out. I'm still trying to decide between a Spec stage 2+ or 3+ with smfw. Lol

Myrder · 02-06-2014, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Tzu

Guys, the 335is clutch is nothing new. Many people were installing them before Spec and ACT became the go to with upgraded turbos. The pressure plate is beefier, and provides additional clamping force over the stock 335 pressure plate. How much exactly has yet to be quantified. I've never heard that the clutch material was different until looking at ECS' website.

Well I wish someone with this clutch would come in and say how it has worked out for them

edit: I know this came in the 335is so I could search a FBO example of that, but being a rare-ish car there isn't a lot of examples/documentation.

cleancutx · 02-06-2014, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Myrder

Well I wish someone with this clutch would come in and say how it has worked out for them

+1

MDORPHN · 02-06-2014, 03:49 PM

I haven't checked part numbers and cross-listings, but I'd assume that the original clutch in my 1M is the same as the 335is.

Easy, smooth, friendly clutch -- but I don't believe it would hold the power that my current clutch (a Spec. Stg. 2+) handles.

Neil

Myrder · 02-06-2014, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by MDORPHN

I haven't checked part numbers and cross-listings, but I'd assume that the original clutch in my 1M is the same as the 335is.

Easy, smooth, friendly clutch -- but I don't believe it would hold the power that my current clutch (a Spec. Stg. 2+) handles.

Neil

How many miles did you run it for? Did it begin to slip? Mods? Reason you went up to Stg2+?

MDORPHN · 02-06-2014, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Myrder

How many miles did you run it for? Did it begin to slip? Mods? Reason you went up to Stg2+?

Depending on fuel, I'm between 430 and 480 at rear wheels. I replaced the stock clutch before it started slipping.

Neil

805beemer · 02-06-2014, 08:52 PM

Doesn't the 1m have the 6mt from the n55 not the n54? I guess they could share the same
clutch though???

tphss · 02-09-2014, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by ECSTuning

The car is an 07. As for the clutch we put easily 10k miles on it with the stock dual mass flywheel installed, I'll have to double check our R&D logs for exact mileage. That 10k miles hasn't been exactly easy for the car, once the clutch was "broken in" aka everyone was comfortable with the fact it fits and feels great it was time for dyno pull, 0-60, 0-100, 60-130 pulls, and general hooning.

-James

Thank for the information, I'm considering the 335is clutch you are offering too.
Will I need a new flywheel too when replacing the clutch?

ECSTuning · 02-10-2014, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by tphss

Thank for the information, I'm considering the 335is clutch you are offering too.
Will I need a new flywheel too when replacing the clutch?

Depends on the condition of the fly, ours was in good shape so we reused it.

-James

MDORPHN · 02-10-2014, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 805beemer

Doesn't the 1m have the 6mt from the n55 not the n54? I guess they could share the same
clutch though???

I believe the 1M has the same tranny as the N55 and the same clutch as the 335is.

Neil

tphss · 02-11-2014, 12:40 AM

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Originally Posted by ECSTuning

Depends on the condition of the fly, ours was in good shape so we reused it.

-James

Just ordered the 335is clutch upgrade kit from you! With a few others parts.
I hope my flywheel is ok, because it's expensive as hell in our cars.

ECSTuning · 02-11-2014, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by tphss

Just ordered the 335is clutch upgrade kit from you! With a few others parts.
I hope my flywheel is ok, because it's expensive as hell in our cars.

Agreed it's grossly expensive. Shoot me a PM with your order number I'll add it to my watch list to make sure everything is extra smooth for ya.

-James

Jklad · 02-11-2014, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by tphss

Quote:

Originally Posted by ECSTuning

Depends on the condition of the fly, ours was in good shape so we reused it.

-James

Just ordered the 335is clutch upgrade kit from you! With a few others parts.
I hope my flywheel is ok, because it's expensive as hell in our cars.

Can you please provide feedback on how it performs after you get it installed and break in? This would be much appreciated.

Also, how many miles on your stock flywheel, and are you tuned?

Thanks.

herrherrlich · 02-11-2014, 08:52 PM

I searched for exactly this thread and to see if anyone had experience with this ECS 335is clutch. I'm at 78k with a JB4 and slipping a bit more these days. This sounded like the cheapest option for us with basic mods.

tphss · 02-22-2014, 01:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Jklad

Can you please provide feedback on how it performs after you get it installed and break in? This would be much appreciated.

Also, how many miles on your stock flywheel, and are you tuned?

Thanks.

I will as soon as I get my car back. Took it earlier today to the shop to install the new clutch, but they found it wasn't my clutch it was my flywheel that was bad

$1200 flywheel rush shipped later, and I hope my car will be ready with a new flywheel and the ECS 335is/550i clutch Monday.

psmitty95 · 02-22-2014, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by ECSTuning

Our 335i is running this clutch with the Cobb stage 2+ tune currently. Drive-ability is great, clutch feels like a fresh stock clutch, holds power very well with no signs of slipping. As yall have noted, the clutch is used on the 335is, 550i (F10), and 650i F12/F13). To give an idea of what it can hold, currently Dinan is maintaining this clutch in their packages putting down upwards of 580ft-lbs of torque in the F10 550i. Long story short, it can hold a ton of power.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ECSTuning

Agreed it's grossly expensive. Shoot me a PM with your order number I'll add it to my watch list to make sure everything is extra smooth for ya.

-James

Does this fit a 2009 335xi? I think my clutch might have started slipping last night and debating doing this or the spec 2+.

tphss · 02-22-2014, 12:04 PM

Is it recommended to change the Clutch Delay Valve as well? Can it be done quickly?
And does the clutch fluid need to be flushed?

ECSTuning · 02-24-2014, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by psmitty95

Does this fit a 2009 335xi? I think my clutch might have started slipping last night and debating doing this or the spec 2+.

Per my notes the Xi is going to require a different clutch than the rwd, so it's not going to fit properly.

02-05-2014, 09:46 PM	#23
blackshan Private First Class 10 Rep 182 Posts Drives: 2008 AW 335i Coupe Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Tulsa, OK iTrader: (2)	With higher horsepower setups somewhere in the area of 500 whp and up a single mass flywheel is needed. Not sure if there are any aftermarket flywheels available for the stock clutch. __________________ JB4/MHD, Stage 2 lpf,3.5 tmap, AFE DCI AND SCOOPS, ETS 7" Intercooler, AR Catted Downpipes, MMP Inlets,CP-E Exhaust, Carbon FIber CSL Style Trunk lid, M3 Side Skirts, Mtech front lip spoiler, Mtech rear bumper w/carbon diffuser and Alloy Technic 19" matte black rims.
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Myrder Major 162 Rep 1,264 Posts Drives: 2010 E92 335i MSport 6MT LMB Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: WildWest iTrader: (1)	I think this clutch would be a good fit for people who are FBO but not running ragged or using meth. If it can hold the heavy 550i power and torque it should be able to support the light 335i to 500rwtq easy. __________________ 2010\|335i\|LMB\|E92\|6MT\|MSport\|Logic7\|335is Clutch\|AE Performance\|BMS\|Walbro\|VRSF 7"\| 149.7mph NFZ AZ 1/2mi 1992\|Pontiac Firebird\|Mild 355ci\|T56\| -I will look on your treasures, gypsy. Is this understood?-
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blackshan Private First Class 10 Rep 182 Posts Drives: 2008 AW 335i Coupe Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Tulsa, OK iTrader: (2)	This is a perfect oem upgrade instead of getting a act clutch. __________________ JB4/MHD, Stage 2 lpf,3.5 tmap, AFE DCI AND SCOOPS, ETS 7" Intercooler, AR Catted Downpipes, MMP Inlets,CP-E Exhaust, Carbon FIber CSL Style Trunk lid, M3 Side Skirts, Mtech front lip spoiler, Mtech rear bumper w/carbon diffuser and Alloy Technic 19" matte black rims.
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02-06-2014, 06:18 AM	#26
Tzu Lieutenant Colonel 29 Rep 1,551 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Toronto iTrader: (1)	Guys, the 335is clutch is nothing new. Many people were installing them before Spec and ACT became the go to with upgraded turbos. The pressure plate is beefier, and provides additional clamping force over the stock 335 pressure plate. How much exactly has yet to be quantified. I've never heard that the clutch material was different until looking at ECS' website.
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02-06-2014, 10:25 AM	#27
blackshan Private First Class 10 Rep 182 Posts Drives: 2008 AW 335i Coupe Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Tulsa, OK iTrader: (2)	Well hopefully someone figures that out. I'm still trying to decide between a Spec stage 2+ or 3+ with smfw. Lol __________________ JB4/MHD, Stage 2 lpf,3.5 tmap, AFE DCI AND SCOOPS, ETS 7" Intercooler, AR Catted Downpipes, MMP Inlets,CP-E Exhaust, Carbon FIber CSL Style Trunk lid, M3 Side Skirts, Mtech front lip spoiler, Mtech rear bumper w/carbon diffuser and Alloy Technic 19" matte black rims.
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02-06-2014, 03:49 PM	#30
MDORPHN Colonel 292 Rep 2,898 Posts Drives: AW 1M Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Wash, DC iTrader: (0)	I haven't checked part numbers and cross-listings, but I'd assume that the original clutch in my 1M is the same as the 335is. Easy, smooth, friendly clutch -- but I don't believe it would hold the power that my current clutch (a Spec. Stg. 2+) handles. Neil
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805beemer Captain 23 Rep 647 Posts Drives: 2008 135i Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Lompoc, CA iTrader: (4)	Doesn't the 1m have the 6mt from the n55 not the n54? I guess they could share the same clutch though???
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herrherrlich Woeful 11 Rep 51 Posts Drives: 335I - Blk/Blk Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: NJ iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 335I [0.00]	I searched for exactly this thread and to see if anyone had experience with this ECS 335is clutch. I'm at 78k with a JB4 and slipping a bit more these days. This sounded like the cheapest option for us with basic mods.
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tphss das Eichhörnchen 46 Rep 279 Posts Drives: e92 M3, F32 435xi Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Florida iTrader: (0)	Is it recommended to change the Clutch Delay Valve as well? Can it be done quickly? And does the clutch fluid need to be flushed?
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