If you're looking to give your ride a serious upgrade, the ACT DN2-HDSS Heavy Duty/Performance Street Sprung Kit is where it's at. I've had my hands on this kit, and let me tell you, it’s a game-changer. ACT’s Heavy Duty pressure plate is the star of the show here. It features a unique diaphragm design that cranks up the clamp load, minimizes deflection, and helps your clutch last longer. Seriously, this thing has been heat-treated through a four-stage process that really amps up its performance. You can feel the difference in how it holds up under pressure.

Now, the pressure plate itself is built with precision cover stampings that give it the rigidity and consistency you want when you're pushing your car to its limits. Pair that with ACT's Performance Street disc, and you've got a winning combination. This disc is made from premium organic materials with a high copper content, which means better heat transfer and durability. Plus, it’s got a steel-backed lining that adds to its burst strength. The reduced marcel allows for quicker shifts, so you can get back on the gas faster.

As for the install, it’s pretty straightforward. Just make sure to check out the installation instructions if you need a little guidance.

Here’s what you can expect:

Light to moderate pedal effort that feels just right, with smooth engagement and minimal gear rattle.
A longer friction life, thanks to that clever diaphragm design from ACT.
Top-notch materials that handle heat like a champ, reducing fade when you really need it.
This setup is perfect for both street and race applications.
Every component is 100% clamp load tested and dynamically balanced, ensuring reliability even at high RPMs.

And here are the specs if you're into that sort of thing:

Clutch Master Cylinder: Not included
Grease: Yes, included
Grade Type: Performance
Flywheel: Included
Pilot Bushing: Not included
Pressure Plate Type: Heavy Duty
Release Bearing: Yes, included
Clutch Disc Diameter: 8.8 in (224 mm)
Disc Material: Organic
Input Spline Quantity: 17
Input Shaft Diameter: 0.9375 in
Alignment Tool: Yes, included
Disc Type: Sprung
Pressure Plate Bolts: Yes, included
Clutch Slave Cylinder: Not included
Flywheel Bolts: Not included
Pilot Bearing: Not included
Flywheel Type: Prolite
Product Weight: 21 lbs
Torque Capacity: 310 ft/lbs
Torque Capacity Over OE: 0.65

A couple of notes:

This is a conversion kit that replaces the modular clutch, so you'll need to use the ACT flywheel that comes with it. The pressure plate bolts are included (M8-1.25 x 16mm).

As for fitment, this kit works with a range of models, including:

Chrysler PT Cruiser (2001-2010)
Chrysler Sebring (1995-2000)
Dodge Avenger (1995-2000)
Dodge Neon (1995-2005)
Eagle Talon (1995-1998)
Mitsubishi Eclipse (1995-1999)

If you’re serious about performance, you won’t regret giving the ACT DN2-HDSS kit a shot. It’s built to last and designed to deliver the kind of driving experience you crave.