ACT 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer XT-M/Race Rigid 6 Pad Clutch Kit
ACT ME2-XTR6 pairs ACT's highest clamp-load pressure plate with a rigid ceramic race disc for the Lancer Evolution VIII and IX. It is built for race Evos with large turbos, E85 and launch control, where even a heavy-duty street clutch flashes over on a hard launch or slips on the dyno. Our listing is filed under the 2003 Lancer, which in ACT's chart means the 2003 Evo VIII with the 4G63T. This is not a daily-driver part, and ACT says so plainly: it is recommended for race use only.
The kit combines ACT's MB018X Xtreme pressure plate with the 6240008 rigid 6-pad race disc. ACT rates it at 787 ft-lb at the crank, 115 percent over the factory clutch, on a 240 mm (9.4 in) ceramic disc with a 1 in input spline. Six ceramic pads concentrate the Xtreme diaphragm's clamp load on less area, so the clutch grips hard and tolerates heat that would fade an organic lining. The hub is heat-treated chromoly with no damper springs. That keeps the disc light and helps shift speed, but every driveline pulse goes straight into the gearbox. ACT lists moderate to heavy pedal effort, aggressive engagement, increased gear rattle, and notes that the rigid design may increase input spline wear.
The Evo uses a pull-type release, and ME2-XTR6 includes ACT's Monoloc, a one-piece hardened chromoly part that replaces the factory two-piece wedge collar and wire ring holding the release bearing to the pressure plate. Under the higher clamp load of an Xtreme plate, a solid bearing connection matters more. The kit also includes the RB601 release bearing and AT03 alignment tool. ACT lists it at 15.7 lb.
Log a full-boost pull in third or fourth and compare engine rpm to wheel speed; a rising gap means slip. Rule out oil on the disc from a rear main seal and a weak slave cylinder or air in the line, because neither is fixed by a stronger clutch. A pedal that suddenly drops with no release usually means the release bearing has come off its collar. Our slipping diagnosis guide and clutch slipping causes and fixes walk through the checks. If you are deciding between this and a softer disc, our sprung vs unsprung disc guide explains what a rigid hub gives up.
ACT lists ME2-XTR6 for the 2003-2005 Lancer Evolution VIII and the 2006 Evolution IX with the 4G63T 2.0L turbo, five- and six-speed. It does not fit the Evo X with the 4B11T, earlier Evos, or non-Evo Lancers such as the Ralliart. Because our listing names only 2003, send us your year, trim and VIN if you have a 2004-2006 car and want confirmation before it ships. See more parts in our rebuild kits category.
No flywheel is included. The usual race pairing is the ACT 600210 XACT Prolite, a 10.1 lb chromoly flywheel with a 114-tooth ring gear that ACT recommends for road and rally racing. The heavier 600205 Streetlite keeps more inertia for street and drag cars. If the car still sees street miles, the sprung ME2-HDG6 6-pad kit is far easier to live with.
| Brand | ACT |
| Part number | ME2-XTR6 |
| Fits | ACT 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer XT-M/Race Rigid 6 Pad Clutch Kit |
| Vehicle fitment | Mitsubishi Lancer Xt-M/Race Rigid 6 (2003) |
| Type | Clutch Kits - Single |
| Condition | New |
| Ships | Same business day (in stock), from the USA |
| Warranty | 1-year |
ACT recommends it for race use only. The rigid 6-pad ceramic disc engages aggressively, the pedal is moderate to heavy, and gear rattle increases. For a street car, ME2-HDSS or ME2-XTSS is the better choice.
ACT rates ME2-XTR6 at 787 ft-lb at the crank, 115 percent over the original Evo clutch.
ACT lists the 2003-2005 Evolution VIII and 2006 Evolution IX with the 4G63T, five- and six-speed. It does not fit the Evo X or non-Evo Lancers.
No. ACT offers the 600210 Prolite and 600205 Streetlite flywheels for these cars, or a healthy stock flywheel can be resurfaced.
There are no damper springs, so driveline shock goes straight to the gearbox. ACT notes the rigid design may increase input spline wear, which is the trade for lighter weight and faster shifts.
Yes. The kit includes ACT's Monoloc along with the MB018X pressure plate, 6240008 disc, RB601 release bearing and AT03 alignment tool.
