my slave cylinder decided to go out so i have to change that now...i'm going to have to change the clutch now to because of this but do i have to get the kit with the flywheel included? why do most of the kits have the flywheel in them??? thanks

 

with a new clutch you need to have the fw resurfaced....

or you can buy a lighter, stronger one and just replace it

 

If you're replacing the original clutch, and arnt putting down a ton of power, just resurface the stock flywheel. Its a lot cheaper that way

 

i'm guessing your run of the mill automotive machine shop can resurface the flywheel? I'd love you replace it with a lighter/stronger one but i can't really afford it...

 

The problem with most aftermarket flywheels is that they are neutrally balanced, the LT1 is externally balanced and needs the proper counterweight on the flywheel. I never had good luck with finding companies that will put the proper counterbalance on LT flywheels, so the stocker is your best bet. If your engine was built and had an internally balanced rotating assembly, a neutral balanced flywheel is what you want (and front dampener). Just get your stocker resurfaced and you'll be fine... i got mine done at NAPA for $30 and took 10 minutes. They use a mechanical turntable with a conical grinder wheel, they only need to shave off just enough to bring the surface back to flush. It'll also put the right surface roughness you need on it (don't want it to be smooth as glass, slips too much and you risk overheating the flywheel).