200mm Clutch Disc, 6 Puck

OVERVIEW

When you are building a high-performance air-cooled engine, the standard organic clutch disc often becomes the weakest link in your drivetrain. The EMPI 200mm 6-Puck Sprung Clutch Disc is engineered to bridge the gap between a daily driver and a weekend warrior. By utilizing a high-friction ceramic-metallic puck design, this disc provides the aggressive "bite" necessary to transfer high torque loads to the ground without the slipping associated with stock components. Unlike rigid race discs that can chatter and cause excessive wear on your transmission internals, this version features a heavy-duty sprung center hub. These springs act as a dampening mechanism, absorbing the initial shock of engagement to provide a much smoother take-off, making it significantly more manageable for street driving, stop-and-go traffic, and technical off-road maneuvers in your dune buggy or woods buggy.

Durability and heat dissipation are where this 6-puck design truly shines. Because the friction material is concentrated into six distinct pads rather than a continuous circle, the disc can dissipate heat far more efficiently during rapid shifting or high-load situations. This prevents "glazing," a common failure point where the clutch surface becomes smooth and loses its ability to grip. Whether you are running a punched-out 1914cc street motor or a turbocharged sand rail, this EMPI disc ensures that every bit of horsepower makes it through the transaxle. It is the ideal choice for the enthusiast who wants the holding power of a race clutch but doesn''t want to sacrifice the "feel" of their pedal or the longevity of their synchronizers and ring and pinion gears.

FITMENT

This 200mm clutch disc is designed for Volkswagen Type 1 based drivetrains equipped with a 200mm flywheel. Detailed fitment includes:

• Volkswagen Beetle: 1967-1977 (Sedan and Convertible)
• Volkswagen Super Beetle: 1971-1979
• Volkswagen Karmann Ghia: 1967-1974
• Volkswagen Bus / Type 2: 1963-1971 (Models updated to 200mm flywheels)
• Volkswagen Thing / Type 181: 1973-1974
• Volkswagen Type 3 (Squareback, Fastback, Notchback): 1964-1973
• Custom Applications: Sand Rails, Dune Buggies, Trikes, and Baja Bugs utilizing a 200mm Type 1 clutch and pressure plate assembly.

SPECS

• Diameter: 200mm (Standard VW High Performance)
• Disc Type: 6-Puck Performance Design
• Hub Style: Sprung Center (Dampened Hub for streetability)
• Spline Count: 24-Spline (Standard VW Transmission Input Shaft)
• Material: High-Friction Ceramic-Metallic Pucks
• Manufacturer: EMPI
• Part Number: AC141005
• Weight: Approx 2.43 lbs
• Compatibility: Works with both early (pre-1970) and late (1971-up) style pressure plates.

PRO TIPS

1. Flywheel Resurfacing is Non-Negotiable

When installing a high-performance 6-puck disc like this one, it is absolutely vital that you start with a fresh mating surface. Never install a new performance disc on a used, heat-spotted, or "mirrored" flywheel. We highly recommend having your flywheel professionally stepped and resurfaced by a machine shop or replacing it with a new forged 200mm flywheel. A fresh surface ensures the ceramic pucks can "bed in" correctly, preventing premature wear and ensuring you get the full torque-holding capacity the disc was designed to provide.

2. Observe the Break-In Period

While it is tempting to go straight to the drag strip or the dunes as soon as the engine is back in, this disc requires a proper break-in period. Ceramic-metallic pucks need time to heat-cycle and mate perfectly with the pressure plate and flywheel surfaces. We recommend at least 200 to 300 miles of varied city drivingwhere you are shifting and engaging the clutch frequentlybefore performing high-RPM launches or "clutch kicks." Skipping this step can lead to "chatter" or localized overheating of the friction pads, which will shorten the life of the unit.

3. Pair with the Right Pressure Plate

To maximize the effectiveness of a 6-puck sprung disc, you should pair it with a heavy-duty pressure plate, such as a Kennedy Stage 1 or Stage 2. While this disc will fit a stock pressure plate, the increased clamping force of a performance plate works in harmony with the aggressive friction material of the pucks to prevent slip at high RPMs. Also, ensure your clutch cable is properly adjusted with about 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch of free-play at the pedal to ensure the throw-out bearing isn''t constantly riding against the pressure plate, which can cause heat build-up and premature failure.