Clutch Masters 14-19 Mini Cooper S 1.5L Turbo FX300 Clutch Kit w/ Aluminum Flywheel

If you're looking to upgrade the clutch on your 2014-2019 Mini Cooper S with the 1.5L Turbo engine, this Clutch Masters FX300 kit is a solid choice. This kit is designed to handle more power than the stock clutch, making it a great option if you've added modifications or simply want a more robust setup for spirited driving. It replaces your entire clutch assembly, including the clutch disc, pressure plate, and a new aluminum flywheel.

The FX300 clutch disc in this kit uses a sprung hub design with a unique friction material that offers a good balance between holding power and drivability. It's built to handle up to 400 ft-lbs of torque, which is a significant increase over the factory rating. The sprung hub helps to absorb some of the shock and vibration that can come with a higher-performance clutch, making it feel a bit smoother during engagement. Clutch Masters is known for making well-built clutch components, and this kit is no exception. The included aluminum flywheel is lighter than a stock steel flywheel, which can help your engine rev up a little quicker, potentially improving throttle response.

When installing this kit, remember that it's a complete replacement. You'll be removing your old clutch and flywheel and installing all the new components. It's a good idea to have a factory service manual handy for the specific torque specifications for the flywheel and pressure plate bolts. This kit is designed to be a direct replacement for your original clutch assembly, so it should fit right in without major modifications, assuming your transmission is in good working order. You'll want to ensure your transmission's pilot bearing and release bearing are in good condition, as these are often replaced at the same time.