Clutch Masters 86-88 BMW 528E 2.7L / 87-89 BMW 325ES 2.7L / 92-95 BMW 325IS 2.5L / 94-95 BMW 325IC 2
Built a hot six in an older BMW and the clutch gives up the moment you lean on it? Clutch Masters 03011-HDC6-D is the FX400 six-puck kit for the later 2.7L eta cars (late E28 528e, E30 325es) and the E36 325is and 325ic. It is a race and hard street clutch, rated by Clutch Masters at a 170 percent increase in holding capacity over stock, aimed at turbo, stroker and track cars rather than a stock commuter.
These rear-drive sixes put their torque through a single dry clutch bolted to the flywheel. The FX400 pairs Clutch Masters' Power Plus I high-leverage, heavy-duty pressure plate with a six-puck ceramic disc on a heavy-duty sprung hub. The ceramic pucks carry far more heat and clamp load than an organic disc, and the sprung hub soaks up some driveline shock so it is more livable than a solid hub. The disc has no marcel cushion, so engagement is quick and close to on-off.
The -D suffix matters: Clutch Masters builds this dampened disc to be used with an aftermarket single-mass flywheel. Plan the flywheel as part of the job. The kit includes the pressure plate, disc, release bearing, pilot bearing where applicable, alignment tool and instruction card; the flywheel is not part of the kit.
Roll into full throttle in third or fourth from low rpm; if the tach jumps ahead of road speed, the clutch is not holding. Bleed the hydraulics and check pedal free play first, because a tired master or slave cylinder can feel like a bad clutch, and check the bellhousing seam for oil from the rear main seal. Our slipping diagnosis guide covers the steps, and flare vs slip helps sort out what you feel between shifts.
Be honest about use. Clutch Masters warns that the six-puck FX400 engages very quickly, may chatter slightly in first and reverse, and that ceramic discs are never recommended for stock or near-stock cars. For a stock daily driver, the SPEC Stage 1 kit is the better fit.
Our listing title covers the 1986-1988 BMW 528e 2.7L, 1987-1989 325es 2.7L, 1992-1995 325is 2.5L and 1994-1995 325ic. Clutch Masters' own application list for 03011-HDC6-D is the E28 528 2.7L from 05/86 through 1988, the E30 325 2.7L 1987-1988, the E36 325 2.5L 1992-1995, the E36 323 1998-1999 and the E34 525 2.5L 1991-1995. The two lists do not match exactly, especially on 1989 325es cars, so match your existing clutch and flywheel or send us your year and VIN before ordering. Earlier 2.7L cars built before 05/86 and the E30 325i take the 03010-HDC6 kit instead.
Want a less aggressive street setup for the E36? The ACT BM17-HDSS is an organic street kit. For job cost planning, see our manual vs automatic repair cost guide.
| Brand | Clutch Masters |
| Part number | 03011-HDC6-D |
| Fits | Clutch Masters 86-88 BMW 528E 2.7L / 87-89 BMW 325ES 2.7L / 92-95 BMW 325IS 2.5L / 94-95 BMW 325IC 2 |
| Vehicle fitment | BMW 528E (1986-1988) |
| Type | Clutch Kits - Single |
| Condition | New |
| Ships | Same business day (in stock), from the USA |
| Warranty | 1-year |
Clutch Masters notes it is a dampened disc designed to be used with an aftermarket single-mass flywheel. The flywheel is not included.
No. Clutch Masters says ceramic discs are never recommended for stock or near-stock cars, and the six-puck FX400 engages quickly and may chatter in first and reverse. A Stage 1 organic kit is the better choice for a stock car.
Our listing includes 1989, but Clutch Masters lists the E30 325 2.7L for 1987-1988. Match your current parts or send us the year and VIN so we can confirm before you order.
Clutch Masters rates the FX400 at a 170 percent increase in holding capacity.
The Power Plus I pressure plate, six-puck sprung ceramic disc, release bearing, pilot bearing where applicable, alignment tool, instruction card and decals.
