AWE LWFW Questions

[NK2007]

Alright, so as you guys may know, I've needed a clutch for a long time ...
Yes, I have searched and have read all the threads i could find, however i have a few questions still.

I just happened uppon a AWE LWFW for 150$ and am planing on purchasing it.

I am planning on replacing the friction surface, but cannot find them for sale anywhere. Does anyone know where they can be found and how much they go for?

Is it worth buying used and replacing the surface, or should i just buy new?

As far as the clutch goes, I am debating whether to go SB stage 4 or 5, and if i go 5, what options.

How many miles can i expect on the stg4 vs 5? It will be mostly dd, with some track days and autox.

I live in Colorado, an make a lot of trips to the mountains for snowboarding. Often times, the trips back are stop and go in the mountains, so i am kinda worried about the 12lb flywheel with stage 5. Is this not a good flywheel to go with?

Also, should i get stock or upgraded flywheel bolts and will the clutch kit come with pressure plate bolts?

I guess i should include my mod list to help you help me:
K04
Evo MS intake
custom greddy intercooler
Forge 007
Revolver Cams
Lightweight crank pulley
Custom 3" exhaust
PCV/SAI Delete
GIAC Chip with custom tuning, 93 and race gas (not just a file)


Thanks!
Neill

[fikes]

I dont know much about the AWE lwfw but I have heard that it will chatter around allot. Dont know how much of that is true but I am sure with any lwfw you will hear some chatter. As well I really don't think stage 5 or even 4 for that matter is needed for k04 unless you plan on upgrading later on down the road. stage 5 is allot of clamping power for the minimal power you will be making. I would stay a southbend stage 3 will do just find and if you want the flywheel as well then it just makes it even better.

[Poopie]

AWE will sell your replacemnt surfaces for $100. Call them and ask for Mike.

[NK2007]

The previous owner stated there is an upgraded clutch in the car already. He said it was a S4 Clutch, but it is my understanding that the s4 clutch will not work with the stock flywheel.

This clutch is slipping BAD. I cannot launch the car at all, and it free revs if i do any aggressive driving.

So this leaves me with some questions... Is there an upgraded clutch? If so which? Do I already have a lwfw?

I Know what you think when you see K04, But i assure you I am making more than your average K04 setup. Also, I will be getting a Snow performance stg 2 w/m kit in a week or two (for $175 from a friend), and may go BAT in the future.

Basically I have been told do not go with anything less than SB Stg 4, and that a stock car should run a stg 3.

Can anyone provide a first-hand account on the chatter with a awe fw?

Thanks!
Neill

[Poopie]

go stage 4 or 5. YOu won't know till you tear your car apart what clutch you have in there. I say pick up the flywheel and new wear plate and have a machine shop install it to ensure that its straight and balanced. about 300 bucks and you have a new flywheel.