Yesterday during the ESPN3 broadcast, it was mentioned several times that teams are using six disc clutches. I though they were tested for a while several years ago, but everyone went back to the five disc clutch. Form what I understand, the discs used in a six disc clutch are thinner are and more prone to warping. They must have figured out that problem.
Then there is the issue that the NHRA banned top fuel performance enhancements for this year. Is there a performance gain to be had using one of these clutches, or, if I understand correctly, is it just simply to keep the clutch from welding together?
Then there is the issue that the NHRA banned top fuel performance enhancements for this year. Is there a performance gain to be had using one of these clutches, or, if I understand correctly, is it just simply to keep the clutch from welding together?