Exedy 06801A Stage 1 Organic Clutch Kit for 1975-1997 Nissan 280Z/300ZX/Pickups

Vehicle Fitment

• 1987-1988 Nissan 200SX (All, V6, 3.0L, VG30E)
• 1975-1978 Nissan 280Z (2+2, L6, 2.8L, L28E) - 2+2 Model only
• 1979-1983 Nissan 280ZX (2+2, GL, L6, 2.8L, L28E) - 2+2 Model only
• 1981-1983 Nissan 280ZX (2+2 Turbo, GL Turbo, L6, 2.8L Turbo, L28ET)
• 1984-1989 Nissan 300ZX (2+2, Base, V6, 3.0L N/A, VG30)
• 1984-1989 Nissan 300ZX (Turbo, V6, 3.0L Turbo, VG30T)
• 1983-1985 Nissan 720 (All, L4, 2.4L, Z24) - 2WD; AWD
• 1983-1986 Nissan 720 (All, L4, 2.0L, Z20) - 2WD; AWD
• 1990 Nissan Axxess (All, L4, 2.4L, KA24E) - AWD
• 1986-1989 Nissan D21 (All, L4, 2.4L, Z24) - 2WD; AWD
• 1990-1994 Nissan D21 (All, L4, 2.4L, KA24E) - 2WD; AWD
• 1987 Nissan Pathfinder (All, L4, 2.4L, Z24I)
• 1995-1997 Nissan Pickup (All, L4, 2.4L, KA24E) - 2WD; AWD

Fitment Notes

• For the 280Z, this kit fits the 2+2 body style only - does not fit the 2-seat 280Z.
• For the 280ZX, this kit fits 2+2 and GL variants only - does not fit the standard 2-seat 280ZX.
• Fits both naturally aspirated and turbocharged variants of the 280ZX and 300ZX where listed.
• Flywheel must be resurfaced or replaced to manufacturer specifications before installing this kit - failure to do so will void the Exedy warranty.
• Although the Stage 1 disc uses an upgraded friction material versus OEM, this kit is designed for street use and light track/horsepower applications. It is not recommended for heavily modified high-boost or high-horsepower builds - the Exedy Stage 2 Cerametallic or Hyper Series would be more appropriate for those applications.
• All Exedy single sport clutch kits include release and pilot bearings - an additional bearing purchase is not required for this kit.

Features

• Stage 1 Organic performance clutch designed to deliver drivability similar to the OEM clutch while offering meaningfully increased torque capacity - making it the ideal choice for street and light horsepower track use on modified but daily-driven Nissan applications.
• Pressure plate delivers approximately 40% higher clamping load than the stock OEM unit, providing the torque capacity headroom required for mildly modified engines without pushing pedal effort to a level that becomes fatiguing in daily traffic.
• Ultra-Fiber Organic friction disc - Exedy's advanced asbestos-free facing material engineered for improved high heat resistance over stock. Developed through optimization of both copper wire ratio and high-strength fiber composition, it maintains superior half-engagement feel while handling the thermal demands of performance and light motorsport use.
• Spring center damper disc design absorbs drivetrain shock and smooths clutch engagement - reducing the abrupt take-up that characterizes harder cerametallic options and protecting the transmission and driveline from repetitive impact loading.
• Ductile material pressure plate provides high burst strength across all temperature ranges, ensuring consistent clamping performance from cold starts through extended hard driving sessions.
• No steel back disc design eliminates the risk of high-RPM disc lock-out and synchro damage that can occur with steel-backed friction materials - particularly important for sequential transmission protection during rev-matched downshifts.
• SFI 1.1 Certified - meets the safety and performance standards required for use in competitive sanctioned motorsport events.
• Manufactured by Exedy, a Tier 1 OEM clutch supplier to all major Japanese automotive manufacturers. All Exedy Stage 1 clutch components are engineered as purpose-built performance parts - not rebuilt OEM units or modified stock components.
• 60-day warranty against manufactured defects from date of purchase.

Specifications

• Part Number: 06801A
• Series: Stage 1 Organic
• Application: Multiple Nissan fitments, 1975-1997 (see Vehicle Fitment section)
• Disc Diameter: 240mm
• Spline Count: 24 Teeth
• Spline Diameter: 25.6mm (1")
• Clamp Load: 2,017 lbs
• Torque Capacity: 268 ft-lbs (at wheels)
• Clamp Load Increase vs. OEM: ~40%
• Friction Material: Ultra-Fiber Organic (asbestos-free)
• Disc Center: Sprung (Spring Damper)
• SFI Certification: SFI 1.1
• Warranty: 60 days from date of purchase against manufactured defects

Included Components

• 1x Pressure Plate Assembly (High Clamp Load)
• 1x Clutch Disc (Ultra-Fiber Organic, Sprung Center)
• 1x Release (Throw-Out) Bearing
• 1x Pilot Bearing or Bushing
• 1x Alignment Tool
• 1x Lubricating Grease
• 1x General Installation Notes

Product Description

The Exedy 06801A is a Stage 1 Organic clutch kit covering a broad range of Nissan applications spanning 1975 through 1997, designed for the space between a stock OEM replacement and a full cerametallic performance clutch. The Stage 1 designation defines the specific performance envelope this kit occupies: it uses an Ultra-Fiber Organic friction disc that handles more heat and abuse than a standard OEM disc, paired with a pressure plate delivering approximately 40% more clamping load than stock - enough to accommodate the torque output of mildly modified engines while keeping pedal feel and engagement character close enough to stock that the car remains pleasant to drive daily. The spring center damper disc further reinforces the drivability case by absorbing shock at engagement, protecting the transmission during repeated short-shifts, heel-toe downshifts, and the general abuse of enthusiast driving.

Exedy's Ultra-Fiber friction material is the key differentiator from a standard OEM replacement disc. By engineering the copper wire ratio and fiber composition specifically for heat resistance, Exedy created a facing that maintains consistent grip through the temperature range of light track sessions, autocross events, and spirited street driving without the glazing or fade that stock organic materials exhibit under sustained load. The pressure plate's ductile material construction ensures high burst strength is maintained across all operating temperatures, so the clamping force doesn't drop off under heat the way softer pressure plate materials can. All components clear Exedy's SFI 1.1 certification, confirming compliance with competitive motorsport safety standards. The full kit includes pressure plate, disc, release bearing, pilot bearing, alignment tool, and lubricating grease - everything needed for a complete installation without sourcing additional hardware.

This kit covers a wide span of classic and vintage Nissan platforms including the 280Z (2+2), 280ZX (2+2 and Turbo), 300ZX (N/A and Turbo), 720, D21, Axxess, Pathfinder, and Pickup - all sharing the same 240mm disc diameter and 24-tooth spline interface. The flywheel must be resurfaced or replaced to Exedy's specifications before installation; failure to do so voids the 60-day warranty. For high-horsepower or heavily modified builds that exceed the 268 ft-lbs wheel torque capacity of this kit, Exedy's Stage 2 Cerametallic or Hyper Series products would be more appropriate.