Vortex Clutches Spring Chart – Estimated Engagement RPM
If you plot the engine’s torque vs. rpm curve and the clutch’s torque vs. rpm curve on the same graph,...
What is the correct engine engagement rpm?
Apr 1, 2020
Clutches should be set to the engine’s maximum torque rpm. If you don’t know the peak torque rpm, set the...
I bought a single disc Vortex Flats clutch for my son who runs purple plate flat head. Do I have to buy a certain brand sprocket or would any brand work?
Apr 1, 2020
Save yourself some grief and stick to OEM parts. One sure way to go slower is to use a copycat...
Download AGGRESSOR Engine Clutch Instructions
Apr 1, 2020
AGGRESSOR 2 Disc Engine Clutch Instructions
What makes the Vortex clutches unique?
Apr 1, 2020
Vortex clutches have torsion springs connected to the levers instead of compression springs connected to a pressure plate. This allows...
Does a clutch sprocket require any kind of maintenance?
Apr 1, 2020
Sprocket bearings must be clean and properly lubricated. Dirty or dry rollers skid rather than roll and cause drag on...
Are disc clutches worth extra money?
Apr 1, 2020
If the clutch engages/disengages several times per lap (an oval with short straights or a road course), then the disc...
What are the advantages the Vortex Threaded sprockets?
Apr 1, 2020
The screw-in connection is much stronger than the older design. This is especially beneficial to the drum half of the...
Engine Clutch Applications
Apr 1, 2020
SMC Vortex Engine Clutch Applications ENGINEVortex 1 Disc Vortex 2 DiscVortex 3 Disc Briggs Flat Head Briggs Animal Honda *use...
I installed new SMC Roller Levers in my three disc Bully clutch. The issue I’m having is they are all tight in the actuator plate. I put the original levers back in and they fit fine. What’s the deal?
Apr 1, 2020
Get some new dowel pins from either SMC or Buller. The old ones are probably corroded and consequently a bit...