aFe Power

aFe Power Air Intake Systems, Exhaust Systems, Headers, Intercoolers, Turbochargers, Programmers, Torque Converters and more

 

Advanced FLOW Engineering (aFe Power) is a premier designer and manufacturer of automotive performance upgrade systems and components. Current product lines include cold air intake systems, high performance direct fit and racing air filters, exhaust systems, headers, intercoolers, turbochargers, electronic programmers, diesel fuel systems, torque converters, throttle body spacers, and more. aFe is passionate about providing the most compelling, innovative, and highest performing products that are designed, built, and tested in the USA. aFe was founded in 1999 and has headquarters and manufacturing facilities in Corona, California, USA. Accesspeed has been supplying aFe products to our customers since we opened our doors, and we are proud to offer the wide selection of aFe Power parts and accessories.

Clutch and Transmission » Flywheels and Flexplates

Flywheels and Flexplates

What is a flywheel?

In a motorized vehicle, the flywheel is the interface between the clutch mechanism and the transmission. It is a large gear-looking metal disc, with teeth around its outer edge. The purpose of the teeth is to allow the starter to engage and turn the engine over.

Which is better steel or aluminum flywheel?

For street use, which requires stop and go driving, a steel flywheel is the best choice. The heavier weight of steel stores more energy than aluminum, which helps with momentum as you start rolling. For performance driving and racing, the type of driving you do sill dictate which flywheel material is recommended. For example, if you drag race, then a steel flywheel is better, as it provides a stronger launch off the line. If you do road course racing or run cones solo at your local parking lot, an aluminum flywheel is better, as you will be able to accelerate out of corners quicker.