AE86 ACT Heavy Duty Performance Street Sprung Clutch Kit | 4A-GE (Corolla 1983–1987)

ACT Heavy Duty Performance Street Sprung Clutch Kit

For 1983–1987 Toyota Corolla Levin / Sprinter Trueno AE86 & 1985–1987 Toyota Corolla Sport GT-S AE86 with 1.6L 4A-GE

Overview

The ACT Heavy Duty Performance Street Sprung Clutch Kit is a performance clutch upgrade for 4A-GE-powered Toyota AE86 models, including the JDM Corolla Levin and Sprinter Trueno as well as the U.S.-market Corolla Sport GT-S.

Pairing ACT's Heavy Duty pressure plate with a full-face sprung organic street disc, this kit increases torque capacity while retaining progressive engagement and street-friendly drivability. It is rated for 210 ft-lb of engine torque, approximately 45% greater torque capacity than the OE clutch.

This makes the ACT kit an excellent step between a factory-style replacement clutch and more aggressive puck-style or multi-disc systems. It is particularly well suited to modified naturally aspirated 4A-GE builds, spirited street cars, autocross, track use, and moderate power increases where increased holding capacity is needed without sacrificing everyday usability.

Key Features

• 210 ft-lb engine/crank torque capacity

• Approximately 45% greater torque capacity than OE

• Heavy Duty diaphragm-style pressure plate

• 200 mm / 7.9 in. sprung clutch disc

• Premium organic friction material

• Full-face street-disc design

• 21-spline, 15/16 in. input shaft configuration

• Smooth, positive engagement

• Light-to-moderate pedal effort with increased clamp load

• Designed for performance street and race use

Heavy Duty Street Clutch Design

The Heavy Duty pressure plate increases clamping capability while retaining substantially more street-friendly behavior than an aggressive puck or rigid-disc racing clutch.

The sprung organic disc uses high-copper-content friction material to improve heat transfer, along with steel-backed lining for increased strength and durability. Reduced marcel provides quicker clutch response while maintaining the progressive engagement expected from a full-face street clutch.

For a stock or near-stock AE86 where factory-style operation is the priority, the EXEDY OE Replacement Clutch Kit is the better choice. For turbocharged, supercharged, or substantially higher-output 4A-GE builds approaching or exceeding this clutch's torque capacity, the OS Giken TS2B Twin Plate Clutch Kit provides substantially greater capacity.

Vehicle Fitment

Toyota Corolla Levin

• 1983–1987 Toyota Corolla Levin – AE86 – RWD – 1.6L 4A-GE – Manual Transmission

Toyota Sprinter Trueno

• 1983–1987 Toyota Sprinter Trueno – AE86 – RWD – 1.6L 4A-GE – Manual Transmission

Toyota Corolla Sport GT-S

• 1985–1987 Toyota Corolla Sport GT-S – AE86 – RWD – 1.6L 4A-GE – Manual Transmission

Fitment Notes

• This listing is specifically configured for 4A-GE-powered AE86 applications

• Fits JDM Corolla Levin and Sprinter Trueno AE86 models using the factory-style 200 mm 4A-GE clutch configuration

• Fits U.S.-market 1985–1987 Corolla Sport GT-S

• Rear-wheel drive manual transmission applications

• Uses a 200 mm / 7.9 in. clutch disc

• Uses a 21-spline, 15/16 in. input shaft configuration

• Vehicles with engine, transmission, or flywheel conversions should be verified by clutch and flywheel configuration rather than chassis alone

• Torque capacity is measured at the engine/crank, not at the wheels

• Flywheel is not included

• Inspect and properly resurface or replace the flywheel during clutch installation

• Organic street disc requires approximately 300–500 miles of mild break-in driving before racing or aggressive use

• For builds expected to exceed 210 ft-lb of engine torque, use a higher-capacity clutch system

Product Specifications

Brand: ACT
Series: Heavy Duty / Performance Street
Product Type: Single-Disc Clutch Kit
Torque Capacity: 210 ft-lb at Engine/Crank
Torque Capacity Over OE: 45%
Clutch Disc Diameter: 200 mm / 7.9 in.
Disc Type: Full-Face Sprung Street Disc
Disc Material: Organic
Spline Count: 21
Input Shaft Diameter: 15/16 in. / 0.9375 in.
Pressure Plate Type: Heavy Duty
Product Weight: 10.3 lb
Engine: 1.6L 4A-GE
Transmission: Manual
Drivetrain: RWD
Recommended Use: Street / Performance / Race
Warranty: 12 Months

What's Included

• (1) Heavy Duty Pressure Plate

• (1) Performance Street Sprung Clutch Disc

• (1) Clutch Release Bearing

• (1) Pilot Bearing

• (1) Clutch Alignment Tool

Flywheel not included.