Spark Plugs N Clutch

[stangdrvr06]

Hey all i wanted to change my spark plugs out but it seems to be a bitch to do it. What does the dealership charge for this ? I actually also wanted to change the fuel filter too. So if any1 who has went to the dealership let me know how much they usually charge.

My second question is about clutch. Ive done a search on here and ive found that spec clutches aren't what they are all cracked up to be. My stock clutch i can tell its going out cuz its releasing higher and between shifts u can tell its not grabbing like it used to. Ive been launching on drag radials so im sure thats the reason why. The car isn't daily driven so i don't care about pedal feel or how bad it is in traffic. I want something that will hold. I plan to go supercharged by next spring. So let me know what u guys recommend or have used. Also which flywheel?

Thanks for the help

 

[crzyhrse99]

Just do the plugs and filter youreself. I'm far from having any mechanical skills, but these motors are pretty easy to change out plugs. The fuel filter is very easy too, its located at the rear of the car and you will have to spend a couple buck on those line release tools, other than that its plug n play.
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[stangdrvr06]

yeah i guess i will give those a try. Any suggestions on clutch / flywheel any1?

 

[showstopper2]

for clutch I would go Centerforce DFX if you plan to blow it soon.. has nice easy pedal feel and is rated for 600+rwhp cars. its not so on/off like some of the other clutches out there and doesn't require break in time either.

 

[the98stang]

for clutch I would go Centerforce DFX if you plan to blow it soon.. has nice easy pedal feel and is rated for 600+rwhp cars. its not so on/off like some of the other clutches out there and doesn't require break in time either.

This question is kinda of off topic, but how long does it take to install a new clutch/flywheel? I have good mechanical knowledge but I've never torn down a transmission. What is involved in the install?

 

[BobHyatt]

It is not a difficult task, but it takes some time. The hardest part is removing/installing the transmission. A floor jack can be used, but it makes the project a little tougher. You have to get the tranny level when you remove it or put it back in, as the input shaft has to pass thru the clutch disk and hit the pilot bearing properly. If the tailshaft is hanging down, you can't pull this off.

I've done one at home in the driveway in 4-5 hours total, including getting the car up on ramps/jackstands, removing the h-pipe, the tranny and the flywheel (for resurfacing or replacment).

 

[the98stang]

It is not a difficult task, but it takes some time. The hardest part is removing/installing the transmission. A floor jack can be used, but it makes the project a little tougher. You have to get the tranny level when you remove it or put it back in, as the input shaft has to pass thru the clutch disk and hit the pilot bearing properly. If the tailshaft is hanging down, you can't pull this off.

I've done one at home in the driveway in 4-5 hours total, including getting the car up on ramps/jackstands, removing the h-pipe, the tranny and the flywheel (for resurfacing or replacment).

Thanks for the input. I'll probably have to replace my clutch soon. It has 80k miles on it, and I'm pushing 400+ whp

 

[ForPointSex]

The spark plugs come out witn an extension and a spark plug socket. Really easy.

The hardest part of doing the clutch is getting the starter out. The hidden bolt is tricky.

The 2nd hardest is getting the top 2 bolts of the bellhousing off. You need a really long extension with a swivel socket. My friend let me borrow his snap extension and it came off easy. It looked like this (but longer):

 

[the98stang]

The spark plugs come out witn an extension and a spark plug socket. Really easy.

The hardest part of doing the clutch is getting the starter out. The hidden bolt is tricky.

The 2nd hardest is getting the top 2 bolts of the bellhousing off. You need a really long extension with a swivel socket. My friend let me borrow his snap extension and it came off easy. It looked like this (but longer):

Removing the starter, huh ? Out of all the things, I would have never thought...

 

[stangdrvr06]

aite i'll look into the Centerforce DFX. Thanks for the help/advice

 

[blown4_6]

I use a centerforce dual friction clutch and one of their steel flywheels.