ACT HD Performance Street Sprung Clutch Kit – 02–06 Acura RSX

ACT Heavy Duty Performance Street Sprung Clutch Kit – Acura RSX

Improve clutch holding capacity and drivetrain response with the ACT AR1-HDSS Heavy Duty Performance Street Sprung Clutch Kit. Designed for the 2002–2006 Acura RSX and other compatible Honda/Acura K-series applications, this kit combines ACT's Heavy Duty pressure plate with a Performance Street sprung organic clutch disc.

Rated for 255 lb-ft of torque capacity (35% over OE), the AR1-HDSS provides increased holding capability for performance-oriented street vehicles while retaining the engagement characteristics of an organic clutch disc.

Features

• ACT Heavy Duty pressure plate with increased clamp load

• Performance Street sprung organic clutch disc

• Rated torque capacity of 255 lb-ft

• 35% increased torque capacity over OE

• Premium organic friction material with high copper content

• Steel-backed clutch lining for improved strength and durability

• Reduced marcel for quicker clutch engagement

• Four-stage heat-treated pressure plate diaphragm

• Sprung hub design to help absorb drivetrain vibration

• Designed for performance street applications

Vehicle Fitment

Important: This clutch kit does not include a flywheel. ACT also recommends upgrading to a 2001–2005 Honda Civic clutch master cylinder for applicable RSX installations.

Technical Specifications

What's Included

ACT Heavy Duty pressure plate

ACT Performance Street sprung clutch disc

Release bearing

Pilot bushing

Clutch alignment tool

Installation grease

Not included: Flywheel, flywheel bolts, pressure plate bolts, clutch master cylinder, and clutch slave cylinder.

Recommended Use

The ACT AR1-HDSS is suited for performance street builds requiring greater clutch holding capacity than a conventional OE replacement. Its organic sprung disc provides a street-oriented alternative to more aggressive ceramic and puck-style racing clutches.

Suitable applications include daily-driven performance vehicles, naturally aspirated K-series builds, and compatible modified Honda/Acura vehicles operating within the clutch's rated capacity.

Installation

Professional installation is recommended. Inspect the flywheel, clutch hydraulics, release mechanism, and related drivetrain components during replacement.

Verify flywheel compatibility before installation, particularly on RSX Base, early Civic Si, and TSX applications requiring a Type-S-compatible flywheel.

Follow ACT's installation procedures and recommended clutch break-in requirements before aggressive driving.