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Looking for a new clutch recommendation *update*

66gt350

66gt350

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I had to yank my trans of the long weekend, it started to feel like the throwout bearing was starting to go. And I guess I got to it before it blew up...it's feeling a little crunchy. And now I'm thinking of while I've got the trans out, I might as well replace the clutch.

Here's what I've got now: long style pressure plate and a McLeod 10.5" clutch disc. Not too happy with the wear on the three fingers from the throwout bearing. I'm thinking of swapping over to a diaphragm pressure plate, I've heard they're smoother. But to do that I'd need a new flywheel, since this is a Ford flywheel and only has the long style bolt pattern. I asked about drilling mine out for the diaphragm, and was told that was a bad idea. I'm not sure if I've got a 157 or 164 tooth flywheel...the wife is gonna get that info for me since she gets home alot earlier than I.

Anyone have any recommendation on whether I should stay with the long style or swap out to the diaphragm? I'm thinking of either sticking with McLeod or Centerforce.

thanks
 
Re: Looking for a new clutch recommendation

I have a Centerforce Dual Friction clutch, pressure plate and SFI alum flywheel. Couldn't be happier with the performance. 5 years of track duty and still going strong!
 
Re: Looking for a new clutch recommendation

I'd contact the Centerforce folks...I'm sure they have a clutch for your application. I'm extremely happy with mine: no more chattering and it's as smooth as a sheep's behind...
 
Re: Looking for a new clutch recommendation

I bought a Ram Muscle Car series from Summit. It's a diaphragm type. Plenty happy with it. I'll see if I can find the specs on it.
 
Re: Looking for a new clutch recommendation

Hey thanks for the recommendations. I tried calling Centerforce, but they're out until next year. But the guys at Summit found exactly what I need. Placing an order later today.
 
Re: Looking for a new clutch recommendation

Maybe it's too late but I was going to recommend you talk to Bruce at Modern Driveline. I'm using his 157T 28z. flywheel and his MDL-KS7-101 Clutchset Kevlar/Organic steel back, diaphram clutch setup which actually comes from Superior Clutch here locally.
 
Re: Looking for a new clutch recommendation

"cmayna" said:
Maybe it's too late but I was going to recommend you talk to Bruce at Modern Driveline. I'm using his 157T 28z. flywheel and his MDL-KS7-101 Clutchset Kevlar/Organic steel back, diaphram clutch setup which actually comes from Superior Clutch here locally.
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+1

I purchased a Superior Kevlar/Kevlar diaphragm clutch from Modern Driveline, and I've been very happy with it. It's really smooth, and it has taken a beating at the track without any issues.
 
Re: Looking for a new clutch recommendation

I ordered the wrong *&%^ flywheel. I thought that I had the 157 tooth in there. But it turns out that I was running the 164 tooth.

Now Time to decide if I want to ship this back and get the 164 or just run this one. I'm using a lakewood bellhousing, and I believe it has the dual pattern starter bolts....

Just my luck!!!
 
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