Lightweight flywheel without the noise?

2fast4thelaw

I would think a lighter flywheel would reduce overall torque on the engine since you are reducing the the rotational mass.

What would be the benefit of a lighter flywheel?

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nameless

Absolutely not true. It would reduce parasitic losses involved in the rotating the driveline (and in the other case a heavier flywheel). Ultimately it would actually improve tq and hp readings at the flywheel.

It will decrease inertia, which is not the same as torque.

jmlenz

^Yes you are correct, but who can make one that doesnt rattle and shake like an old VW beetle. That is the topic of the OP.

Xan

You can have your stock flywheel lightened as well if you want a less extreme set up.