EXEDY Stage 1 & Stage 2 Performance Clutch Kits | 3.0L 3VZ-E (1988–95 4Runner / Pickup)

EXEDY Stage 1 & Stage 2 Performance Clutch Kits

For 1988–1995 Toyota 4Runner and Toyota Pickup with 3.0L 3VZ-E V6 and Manual Transmission

Overview

Choose between EXEDY Stage 1 Organic and Stage 2 Cerametallic performance clutch kits for 3VZ-E-powered Toyota 4Runners and Pickups. Both configurations use a 240 mm sprung-center disc with a 21-tooth / 29.8 mm spline and are designed to work with the factory/OE flywheel.

Stage 1 prioritizes progressive engagement and street drivability for stock-to-mildly modified vehicles. Stage 2 uses a thicker cerametallic friction disc for increased torque capacity and heat tolerance when the vehicle sees more demanding performance use.

Key Features

• 240 mm clutch disc with 21-tooth / 29.8 mm spline.
• Sprung-center disc design helps reduce drivetrain shock during engagement.
• Performance pressure-plate design provides increased clamp load for greater torque-transmitting capacity.
• Factory/OE flywheel compatibility keeps the installation based around the original 3VZ-E flywheel configuration.
• SFI 1.1 certified performance clutch construction.

Stage 1 vs Stage 2

Stage 1 Organic: Uses EXEDY Ultra-Fiber organic friction material for progressive engagement, strong heat resistance, and street-friendly control. Rated for approximately 235 lb-ft of torque at the wheels.

Stage 2 Cerametallic: Uses a thick cerametallic friction disc for greater heat capacity and more aggressive engagement. Rated for approximately 319 lb-ft of torque at the wheels and suited to higher-load performance use.

Vehicle Fitment

Toyota 4Runner

• 1988–1989 Toyota 4Runner – 1st Gen – 3.0L 3VZ-E V6 – 2WD / 4WD – Manual Transmission
• 1990–1995 Toyota 4Runner – 2nd Gen – 3.0L 3VZ-E V6 – 2WD / 4WD – Manual Transmission

Toyota Pickup

• 1988 Toyota Pickup – 2nd Gen – 3.0L 3VZ-E V6 – 2WD / 4WD – Manual Transmission
• 1989–1995 Toyota Pickup – 3rd Gen – 3.0L 3VZ-E V6 – 2WD / 4WD – Manual Transmission

Fitment Notes

• Designed to fit and work with the factory/OE 3VZ-E flywheel.
• Flywheel is not included.
• Intended for vehicles retaining the factory-style 3VZ-E manual-transmission clutch and flywheel configuration.

Product Specifications

• Brand: EXEDY
• Product Type: Performance Clutch Kit
• Disc Diameter: 240 mm (9.4 in.)
• Spline: 21-tooth / 29.8 mm
• Disc Hub: Sprung
• Flywheel: Factory/OE compatible
• Engine: 3.0L 3VZ-E V6
• Transmission: Manual

OE-Style Clutch Alternatives

If the vehicle is stock or near-stock and factory-style engagement is the priority, use the matching EXEDY OE replacement clutch kit:

• EXEDY OE Replacement Clutch Kit for 4Runner – OE-style replacement option for the 3VZ-E 4Runner.
• EXEDY OE Clutch Kit for 1984–1988 Pickup – OE-style alternative for the 1988 3VZ-E Pickup application.
• EXEDY OE Clutch Kit for 1989–1995 Pickup – OE-style alternative for 3VZ-E 3rd Gen Pickup applications.

Available Configurations

Stage 1 Organic – Street / Mild Performance

• Ultra-Fiber organic sprung disc
• Approximately 235 lb-ft wheel-torque capacity
• Progressive engagement for street-focused use

Stage 2 Cerametallic – Performance / Drift / Track

• Thick cerametallic sprung disc
• Approximately 319 lb-ft wheel-torque capacity
• Higher heat capacity with more aggressive engagement

Important: Flywheel is not included. Both configurations are designed for the factory/OE flywheel.