{"product_id":"kep-200mm-4-puck-clutch-disc-aggressive-engagement-vw-performance-race-16-9898-0","title":"KEP 200mm 4-Puck Clutch Disc — Aggressive Engagement, Sprung Hub | VW Race \u0026 Off-Road (16-9898-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eKennedy (KEP) 200mm 4-Puck Clutch Disc — Aggressive Engagement, Sprung Hub — VW Race \u0026amp; Off-Road (16-9898-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKennedy Engineered Products (KEP) 200 mm 4-puck clutch disc — the more aggressive of Kennedy's two 200 mm puck-style discs. The 4-puck pattern grabs harder and faster than 6-puck or full-faced discs, making it the go-to choice for drag launches, sand drag, and competition use where on\/off engagement is acceptable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePuck-style discs replace the full friction surface of a stock disc with a smaller number of pads (\"pucks\") bonded to a sprung steel hub. Fewer pucks = less contact area = more aggressive on\/off engagement and higher peak grab. The 4-puck (this one) is meant for engines and drivers who launch hard and want maximum hookup; for a more streetable feel with a still-significant grip upgrade, the KEP 6-puck (16-9899-0) is the better choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 1 \/ Type 2 \/ Type 3 (Beetle, Bus, Karmann Ghia, Thing, Type 3):\u003c\/b\u003e engines with a 200 mm flywheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUse:\u003c\/b\u003e drag racing, sand drag, off-road competition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePair with:\u003c\/b\u003e a KEP pressure plate (Stage 1 1700 lb or higher) sized to your engine output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNot recommended for daily street use:\u003c\/b\u003e engagement is much more abrupt than a stock disc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose Kennedy Engineered Products?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKennedy has been building performance clutches for air-cooled VWs since the 1970s and remains the reference brand for serious engine builders. Made in the USA. If the engine in front of your transaxle is making real power, KEP is what holds it together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e4-puck pattern:\u003c\/b\u003e harder, faster grab than 6-puck or full-faced discs for maximum hookup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSprung hub:\u003c\/b\u003e absorbs driveline shock during engagement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompetition-proven:\u003c\/b\u003e built for drag, sand, and off-road use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEMPI Part #:\u003c\/b\u003e 16-9898-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKennedy Reference:\u003c\/b\u003e 132004PDR01\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 200 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePuck count:\u003c\/b\u003e 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHub:\u003c\/b\u003e sprung (absorbs driveline shock during engagement)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUPC:\u003c\/b\u003e 707924489040\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold:\u003c\/b\u003e individually\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat is the difference between the 4-puck and 6-puck?\u003c\/b\u003e Fewer pucks means less contact area, more aggressive on\/off engagement, and higher peak grab. The 4-puck (this one) is for hard launches and maximum hookup; the KEP 6-puck (16-9899-0) is more streetable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs this disc good for daily street driving?\u003c\/b\u003e No — it is not recommended for daily street use; engagement is much more abrupt than a stock disc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDoes it have a sprung hub?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — the sprung hub absorbs driveline shock during engagement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drivetrain-transmission\"\u003eDrivetrain \u0026amp; Transmission\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/transaxle-components\"\u003eTransaxle Components\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/kennedy-engineered-products\"\u003eKennedy Engineered Products\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KENNEDY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45031555530867,"sku":"16-9898-0","price":164.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/16-9898-0.jpg?v=1779611077","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/kep-200mm-4-puck-clutch-disc-aggressive-engagement-vw-performance-race-16-9898-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}