Looking to take your Lexus IS300 to the next level? The ACT TS5-HDG6 Advanced Clutch HD/Race Sprung 6 Pad Kit is where it’s at. This kit packs some serious punch with ACT's most popular Heavy Duty pressure plate. What sets it apart? Well, it’s all in the details. The diaphragm design here isn’t just for show; it ramps up the clamp load, cuts down on deflection, and helps your clutch last longer. Plus, each diaphragm goes through a four-stage heat-treating process, so you know it’s built to handle the heat—literally.

When you’re tearing up the streets or hitting the track, you want a clutch that’s going to keep up with your demands. That’s where the 6-pad, spring-centered race disc comes in. It’s designed to dampen those torsional vibrations, which means less wear and tear on your setup. Sure, engagement is a bit harsher, but that’s how you get faster shifts—perfect for those high horsepower runs. And let’s be real, if you’re pushing your car, you need something that can absorb heat like a champ.

Now, onto the nitty-gritty. This kit has a light to moderate pedal effort, which is great for everyday driving, but when you need that aggressive engagement, it delivers. The friction life is decent, thanks to ACT's unique diaphragm design that extends it beyond the usual lifespan. It’s carefully engineered and balanced, and it uses ceramic friction materials that can take the heat without breaking a sweat.

Here’s what you need to know: it’s not just for show. This clutch is 100% clamp load tested and dynamically computer balanced, ensuring smooth operation even at high RPMs. Just keep in mind that it’s designed for use with an aftermarket single-mass flywheel, which isn’t included, so plan accordingly.

Install Instructions:

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Key Features:

• Light to moderate pedal effort with an aggressive engagement—perfect for spirited driving.
• Moderate friction life, enhanced by ACT's exclusive diaphragm design.
• Precision-engineered and balanced, using select ceramic friction materials for high heat tolerance.
• Ideal for high horsepower street or race applications.
• 100% clamp load tested for reliability at high RPMs.

Specifications:

• Clutch Master Cylinder Included: No
• Grease Included: Yes
• Grade Type: Performance
• Pilot Bushing Included: No
• Pressure Plate Type: Heavy Duty
• Release Bearing Included: Yes
• Clutch Disc Diameter: 9.3 in (236 mm)
• Disc Material: Ceramic
• Input Spline Quantity: 21
• Input Shaft Diameter: 1.125 in
• Alignment Tool Included: Yes
• Disc Type: Sprung Solid
• Pressure Plate Bolts Included: No
• Clutch Slave Cylinder Included: No
• Flywheel Bolts Included: No
• Pilot Bearing Included: Yes
• Product Weight: 17.4 lbs
• Torque Capacity: 365 ft/lbs
• Torque Capacity Over OE: 0.69

Notes:

• This kit must be used with an aftermarket single-mass flywheel (not included).

So if you’re ready to upgrade your ride and experience the difference, the ACT HD/Race Sprung 6 Pad Kit is a solid choice for your Lexus IS300 from 2002 to 2005. Get ready to feel the road like never before!