ACT Heavy Duty Clutch Pressure Plate

2005–2016 Scion tC / 2008–2015 Scion xB

T028

Overview:

The ACT Heavy Duty Clutch Pressure Plate is engineered to deliver enhanced clamp load and durability for your Scion tC or Scion xB. Designed for both street and race applications, this pressure plate provides a reliable and consistent clutch engagement with light to moderate pedal effort. Whether you’re a daily driver seeking improved clutch life or a performance enthusiast looking for dependable race-ready components, this pressure plate offers a balanced solution that maximizes clutch longevity and drivability.

Built with precision and subjected to rigorous testing, the ACT Heavy Duty Pressure Plate ensures smooth operation at high RPMs and is backed by a one-year warranty, reflecting ACT’s commitment to quality and performance.

Key Features:

This pressure plate incorporates advanced design and manufacturing techniques to enhance your vehicle’s clutch system:

• Exclusive diaphragm design increases clamp load by 20 to 50 percent for stronger clutch engagement.
• Four-stage heat-treating process on all diaphragms for superior strength and durability.
• Precision cover stampings provide rigidity and consistent performance under stress.
• Light to moderate pedal effort ensures comfortable operation without sacrificing responsiveness.
• Positive engagement promotes smooth shifting and reliable power transfer.
• Carefully engineered and precisely assembled for improved durability and balance.
• Dynamically computer balanced to maintain smooth operation at high engine speeds.
• Recommended for use with both street and race clutch discs.
• Extends clutch disc life through optimized clamp load and reduced deflection.

Construction & Design:

The ACT Heavy Duty Pressure Plate features a robust diaphragm spring design that enhances clamp load while minimizing deflection, which helps extend the life of your clutch components. The diaphragm undergoes a specialized four-stage heat treatment to ensure maximum strength and resistance to fatigue. The pressure plate cover is precision stamped to maintain rigidity and consistent performance, even under demanding driving conditions. This meticulous construction results in a pressure plate that is both durable and reliable, capable of handling spirited street driving and track use alike.

Installation & Fitment:

This pressure plate is designed as a direct replacement for the factory unit on compatible vehicles, utilizing OEM mounting points for straightforward installation. It fits a wide range of models including the Scion tC (2005–2016) and Scion xB (2008–2015), making it an ideal upgrade for owners seeking enhanced clutch performance without complicated modifications.

No cutting, drilling, or special tuning is required for installation, allowing for a hassle-free upgrade that maintains factory drivability and reliability.

• Direct bolt-on replacement for factory pressure plate.
• Compatible with street and race clutch discs.
• Fits Scion tC Base (2005–2016), Scion tC Spec (2007–2008), and Scion xB Base (2008–2015).

What's Included:

• ACT Heavy Duty Clutch Pressure Plate (Part # T028)
• Precision balanced and clamp load tested unit ready for installation

Ideal For:

This pressure plate is perfect for Scion owners who want to improve clutch durability and performance without sacrificing pedal feel. It suits:

• Daily drivers seeking longer clutch life and reliable engagement.
• Performance enthusiasts who require a stronger clamp load for spirited street driving.
• Track day drivers needing a pressure plate capable of handling moderate racing conditions.
• Anyone upgrading to a heavy duty or race clutch disc for improved power handling.

ACT (Advanced Clutch Technology) engineers performance clutches and flywheels built for consistent engagement, higher torque capacity, and durability in street and race use. The brand emphasizes quality and reliability and is widely used by enthusiasts who need driveline components that can handle repeated hard launches, shifts, and track abuse.