Clutch Masters 15-19 Volkswagen Golf R 2.0T MK7 6-Speed FX350 Rigid Disc Clutch - 400ft/lbs Torque
The six-speed Mk7 Golf R is one of the most tuned cars on the road, and the stock clutch is the first part to complain. If your Golf R flares at full boost in the upper gears, smells hot after a few pulls, or the bite point has moved up the pedal, Clutch Masters 17450-HDFF-R is built for it. It is the FX350 kit with a rigid disc for the 2015-2019 Golf R 2.0T, estimated at 400 ft-lb, and it is designed to run on the factory dual-mass flywheel.
The FX350 pairs the Power Plus I Hi-Leverage heavy-duty pressure plate with a segmented, steel-backed Fiber-Tough disc. Clutch Masters puts the holding gain at about 110 percent over stock and positions it for serious street cars that see the occasional track day, including medium-boost turbo setups. A marcel spring wafer between the linings softens engagement. The maker is upfront that the FX350 bites a little more aggressively than its FX300 and will produce some chatter.
The -R suffix matters for this car. A rigid disc has no damper springs in the hub because the factory dual-mass flywheel already does that work. That means you keep the stock flywheel if it is in good condition, which saves money and keeps idle and low-speed behavior close to stock.
Rule out the hydraulics first: check the fluid level and color, and make sure the pedal returns fully, since a dragging slave cylinder can hold the clutch partly open. Look for oil at the bellhousing seam. Then log a pull in fourth from low rpm and watch for engine speed outrunning road speed. Our slipping diagnosis guide lays out the steps, and rebuild vs replace vs reman is worth reading if the gearbox itself is making noise.
Clutch Masters lists 17450-HDFF-R for the 2015-2019 Volkswagen Golf R 2.0L Mk7 six-speed AWD, and our listing covers the same years. It does not fit DSG cars or the front-drive GTI, which uses the 17400-series kits. Because this is the rigid disc, it needs a healthy dual-mass flywheel; check the old flywheel for free play, rattle and heat damage when the gearbox is out. If you are converting to a single-mass flywheel instead, choose a dampened disc. Send your year and VIN if you want us to confirm, and see more parts in our rebuild kits department.
If you want a complete kit with a lightweight flywheel included, ACT's VW9-HDSS street kit is rated at 500 ft-lb, and the VW9-XTSS steps up to 565 ft-lb.
| Brand | Clutch Masters |
| Part number | 17450-HDFF-R |
| Fits | Clutch Masters 15-19 Volkswagen Golf R 2.0T MK7 6-Speed FX350 Rigid Disc Clutch - 400ft/lbs Torque |
| Vehicle fitment | Volkswagen Golf R 2.0T Mk7 (2015-2019) |
| Type | Clutch Kits - Single |
| Condition | New |
| Ships | Same business day (in stock), from the USA |
| Warranty | 1-year |
Yes, if it is in good shape. The -R rigid disc is designed by Clutch Masters to be used with the OEM dual-mass flywheel.
Clutch Masters estimates 400 ft-lb of torque capacity, about 110 percent more holding capacity than stock.
Clutch Masters says the FX350 engages a little more aggressively than the FX300 and will produce some chatter, though the marcel wafer keeps it streetable.
No. This part number is listed for the 2015-2019 Golf R AWD six-speed. The GTI uses the 17400-series kits.
Inspect the dual-mass flywheel and the concentric slave cylinder while the gearbox is out, replace either if worn, and refill with fresh brake fluid of the type on the reservoir cap.
