Clutch Kit Replacement - Which brand to go with?

[fourbangingfun]

So I've got 152k miles on my 2007 sedan. The clutch shudder starting off in first gear is starting to become worrisome to me. I'm thinking I'll be needing a new clutch kit even though it doesn't slip at ALL. Really frustrating.

I've bled the clutch and it's practically all new DOT 3 Fluid, but it still violently hops when I blend the clutch and throttle for the first few shifts of every trip. After maybe 10 min of driving all shifting is perfect. My guess is that the fly wheel is hot spotted.

Anyways I'm looking at a LUK clutch kit for $130, an Exedy for $230, or a Beck Arnley for $310. NONE of these come with a new fly wheel.

Do you guys recommend buying a new flywheel or just having it resurfaced? If so, what flywheel should I go with? Any other input on the situation is greatly appreciated. Thanks.


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