Helix AutoSport (UK) stepping up to manufacture upgraded clutches

[802SHO]

Robert Lushey, Engineering and Operations manager at Helix AutoSport (UK) (they manufacture clutches and flywheels) has taken on the task of engineering clutches for our Ford 6F55 transmission to increase torque capacity anywhere from 60-80% with a mixture of copper/Kevlar material. I’m sending Robert my drum with the clutch packs from my record setting 6F55 trans with 76k, that I’ve been saving for something special…..I think Helix is it.

Once Robert is able to break down what materials are currently used he can then let me know how Helix will be able to upgrade them and what they’ll be doing. He mentioned doing extra clutches and doing a billet drum to make aggressive friction clutches more streetable.

I’m excited to find out what they can do. A link to check out their website. https://helixautosport.com/products/ They’re also on FB and IG. Nobody here in America has stepped up so…..the search doesn’t stop, it broadens. A forum member (don’t remember his forum name) but his first name Marinus linked me up with Robert @Helix_AutoSport. Marinus searched high and low everywhere. He’s the guy talking about getting clutches made out of the Ukraine, but the Ukraine is in need of Kevlar at the moment. I’ll update with his forum name when he tells me. Great find @Mahu24!

 

[bpd1151]

Very COOL!

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[Zpak]

Most excellent!

 

[Jordan_R]

Awesome Andrew! Let me know if they need an extra set as I've got my old transmission out and ready to be experimented with

 

[802SHO]

Awesome Andrew! Let me know if they need an extra set as I've got my old transmission out and ready to be experimented with

Will do

 

[802SHO]

Update. I felt like I opened up Pandora’s box when I removed the clutch packs.
The snap ring for the 3-5-R drum/basket came out easy

I had to reestablish my Unishippers account for a much cheaper rate to send this out to Helix AutoSport all the way over in the UK. Packaged in the box it weighs 50lbs. Just dropped it off.

It begins!

 

[ShatteredMJ]

Definitely watching this thread.
I recently contacted Raybestos about their Stage 1 Friction Clutch Pack and this was their response:

“We recommend contacting our distributor WIT so they can place an order for you to ensure you receive product once it is made.
https://wittrans.com/New_part-new.php?part=rcps-56
It has been released to our distributors for purchase. There is none in stock at this time.”

 

[802SHO]

Definitely watching this thread.
I recently contacted Raybestos about their Stage 1 Friction Clutch Pack and this was their response:

“We recommend contacting our distributor WIT so they can place an order for you to ensure you receive product once it is made.
https://wittrans.com/New_part-new.php?part=rcps-56
It has been released to our distributors for purchase. There is none in stock at this time.”

Even WIT doesn’t think it makes any sense to list a part for sale that doesn’t exist. I’m all in with Helix AutoSport at this point. And I won’t touch anything from Raybestos if they release something after the fact.

 

[802SHO]

 

[ShatteredMJ]

Helix it is!

 

[Autox4fun]

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Should we be reaching out to aid in the worth of creation, like with Raybestos?

 

[802SHO]

Should we be reaching out to aid in the worth of creation, like with Raybestos?

Not required. The fact that this upgrade doesn’t exist was more than enough for them to go forward. The kind of attitude we’ve been hoping for!

 

[802SHO]

My clutch pack I sent to them arrived!! Stay tuned

 

[802SHO]

 

[Ecoboost_xsport]

Robert Lushey, Engineering and Operations manager at Helix AutoSport (UK) (they manufacture clutches and flywheels) has taken on the task of engineering clutches for our Ford 6F55 transmission to increase torque capacity anywhere from 60-80% with a mixture of copper/Kevlar material. I’m sending Robert my drum with the clutch packs from my record setting 6F55 trans with 76k, that I’ve been saving for something special…..I think Helix is it.
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Once Robert is able to break down what materials are currently used he can then let me know how Helix will be able to upgrade them and what they’ll be doing. He mentioned doing extra clutches and doing a billet drum to make aggressive friction clutches more streetable.

I’m excited to find out what they can do. A link to check out their website. https://helixautosport.com/products/ They’re also on FB and IG. Nobody here in America has stepped up so…..the search doesn’t stop, it broadens. A forum member (don’t remember his forum name) but his first name Marinus linked me up with Robert @Helix_AutoSport. Marinus searched high and low everywhere. He’s the guy talking about getting clutches made out of the Ukraine, but the Ukraine is in need of Kevlar at the moment. I’ll update with his forum name when he tells me. Great find @Mahu24!

I'm hoping this goes better than my attempt at getting Raybestos on board. Helix seems like a great company.

 

[studio460]

For the less informed, what does this give the average SHO owner? By the way, one of the biggest bangs for the buck for my Marauder was when I installed a Precision Industries' high-stall torque-converter onto its stock Ford 4R70W transmission—a really noticeable SOTP performance-gain. Anyone here install an aftermarket TC on their Gen4 SHOs?

 

[Ecoboost_xsport]

For the less informed, what does this give the average SHO owner? By the way, one of the biggest bangs for the buck for my Marauder was when I installed a Precision Industries' high-stall torque-converter onto its stock Ford 4R70W transmission—a really noticeable SOTP performance-gain. Anyone here install an aftermarket TC on their Gen4 SHOs?

It will allow more of a power transfer through the transmission.

As for the TC, yes...there are many out there that have installed the GH TC.

 

[Ecoboost_xsport]

Updated my transmission post to reflect this new potential option. I'm feeling way more positive about this one over the Raybestos stuff. Thanks @802SHO!

https://www.fortheworkshop.com/13-ways-you-can-improve-the-6f55/

 

[RickyRecon]

 

[SHOdded]

can they also spec case strength and seal strength to go with the increased power? is oem sufficient or do we need to upgrade those as well?