Clutch Masters 74-78 Nissan 280Z 2.8L 2+2 / 81-83 Nissan 280ZX 2.8L T / 84-89 Nissan 300Z& 300ZX 3.0
The Clutch Masters 06038-HDKV is an FX200 clutch kit for the classic Nissan Z cars that use the larger Z clutch: the 1974-1978 280Z 2+2, the 1981-1983 280ZX Turbo, and the early non-turbo Z31 300ZX built through January 1989. It is a good fit for a restored or modified Z that slips under load, chatters on takeoff, or has an old clutch of unknown age, and for owners who want more grip than an original-style kit without a race-car pedal.
In these cars the clutch sits between the L28 or VG30 engine's flywheel and the five-speed gearbox, and a hydraulic slave cylinder pushes the release fork and bearing. Clutch Masters builds the FX200 around a heavy-duty pressure plate and a Kevlar friction disc, and rates the series at 70 percent more holding capacity than stock. Kevlar is the reason people pick it for a car that still gets driven: it engages smoothly, is gentle on the flywheel, and Clutch Masters says it lasts more than twice as long as its FX100 organic disc. That makes it a sensible choice for a 280ZX Turbo with a little extra boost, or a 2+2 or Z31 with an exhaust and tuning.
Kevlar does need a careful break-in. Clutch Masters notes that break-in, driving style and flywheel choice all affect how long its Kevlar kits last, so the first few hundred miles matter.
These cars predate onboard diagnostics for the clutch, so diagnosis is by road test and inspection. In fourth at around 2,500 rpm, go to full throttle; if the tach climbs ahead of road speed, the disc is slipping. Our slipping diagnosis guide explains the load test in detail. Before ordering, check the master and slave cylinders for leaks and confirm the pedal returns fully, because a release that never lets go will make any clutch slip. Look for oil on the bellhousing seam too: a leaking rear main seal will contaminate a new disc. Our manual repair cost guide helps you budget the whole job.
Clutch Masters lists the 06038 application as the 1974-1978 Nissan 280Z 2.8L 2+2, the 1981-1983 280ZX 2.8L Turbo, and the 1984-1989 300ZX 3.0L non-turbo up to January 1989 production. Our listing title shortens that to 84-89 300Z and 300ZX 3.0, but turbo Z31 cars and late-1989 cars are not part of the Clutch Masters chart, so check the build date on the door jamb. The regular two-seat 280Z and the non-turbo 280ZX use a smaller clutch; SPEC lists its SN543 kit for those cars, excluding the turbo and 2+2. If your Z has had an engine or gearbox swap, send us the year, VIN and transmission so we can check before it ships. The 1990-1996 Z32 300ZX uses its own kits, listed in our rebuild kits collection.
| Brand | Clutch Masters |
| Part number | 06038-HDKV |
| Fits | Clutch Masters 74-78 Nissan 280Z 2.8L 2+2 / 81-83 Nissan 280ZX 2.8L T / 84-89 Nissan 300Z& 300ZX 3.0 |
| Vehicle fitment | Nissan 280Z (1974-1978) |
| Type | Clutch Kits - Single |
| Condition | New |
| Ships | Same business day (in stock), from the USA |
| Warranty | 1-year |
No. Clutch Masters lists 06038 for the 1974-1978 280Z 2+2. The two-seat 280Z and the non-turbo 280ZX use a smaller clutch; SPEC lists its SN543 kit for those cars.
Clutch Masters lists 06038 for the non-turbo 3.0L 300ZX up to January 1989 production. Turbo Z31 cars are not on its chart for this kit, so send us your VIN before ordering a turbo car.
It is the Clutch Masters stage with a heavy-duty pressure plate and a Kevlar friction disc, rated at 70 percent more holding capacity than stock and aimed at spirited street driving.
The flywheel is not in the kit. Resurface it if it is flat and crack-free; replace it if it is cracked, heavily heat-checked or worn past limits.
The clutch master and slave use brake fluid. Flush in fresh fluid and bleed the slave until the pedal is firm after the clutch goes in.
Yes. Kevlar should be bedded in gently for the first several hundred miles of normal driving before any hard launches or track use.
