clutch

  1. robthechemist

    Any benefit to upgrading the top loader bell housing to a T5 bell when doing a T5 conversion?

    Hello all. I have a 1966 with a 302, 4 speed manual. I am doing the T5 swap soon and am debating on using an adapter plate to connect the T5 to the original bell housing, or "upgrading" to the T5 bell housing. Is there any functional benefit to doing this or any negative to not doing it? I plan...
  2. T

    Clutch going bad or something else? Please help

    2009 base model. V6 manual trans. So, I started noticing some grinding of gears (all gears. Shifting up) when I shift. If I shift slowly, there is no grind. It just takes a brief pause after I shift out of a gear before I shift into the next gear, and then there is no grind. So, I came to my...
  3. S

    Drivetrain Clutch Disengagement Issue

    So to get this started I have a 2000 Mustang V6 That since I bought it has always had the clutch never fully disengage. When I bought it it was stock with a worn out plastic quadrant and a stock cable. The bolt on the left side of the clutch was loose so the first thing I did was push my clutch...
  4. D

    Drivetrain Shifting issues

    So I’m rounding 3rd on my 10 year overhaul and rebuild of my 1997 4.6 Mustang GT and having shifting issues. Everything in front of the firewall is brand new. The transmission is the original but worked great before pulling it. It sat for 10 years without fluid, but the openings were...
  5. T

    2014 GT- Won't go into gear while running (MT-82)

    Last night I was out in my car cruising down the highway when I went to change gears, and it locked me out. It seemed strange so I released the clutch pedal and repressed it to try again and nothing... So I coasted to the side to further investigate. With the car running, it will not go into any...
  6. J

    My new 2001 Cobra is here

    Hello every one. Just bought a 2001 Cobra. Car needs a clutch. I already bought an Excedy Stage 2 and an SLP loudmouth 2 exhaust. While I have the transmission out what else should I do to the car at the same time? Any suggestions? Tranny mounts? Etc.... Figure while I’m dropping the cats and...
  7. T

    2001 Cobra, I need some help

    I recently bought a 2001 Cobra and I noticed when the car is fully stopped and you try to shift into 1st gear, it grinds occasionally, even with the clutch pressed all the way in. Any ideas on what it might be and what I can do?
  8. Whitcraft

    Drivetrain 2002 trans noise when clutch is released.

    My 2002 mustang is making a whining noise when the cluch is engaged. I just got the car and noticed the speed sensor is not the same one that came with the 2002 so I believe I have an earlier models transmission like a 98. I dont know how to tell for sure. I took a video of the noise hoping...
  9. S

    Unknown sound from clutch!

    So I bought my 2011 mustang gt manual not to long ago it had all factory clutch assembly and in gear 1 and 2 sometimes when I press the clutch pedal in their is a pop noise and it can be felt through the car. I have replaced the transmission and entire clutch assembly and I’m still getting this...
  10. M

    SN95 Rusted clutch cable = clutch squeak when pedal up?

    I had my clutch done a while back. It was sounding horrible, screaming on pedal down. Definitely much better since but now there's a chirp only when the pedal's up. I took a look underneath and the clutch cable is bursting with rust. Any chance this can be the cause? I'm hoping I can...
  11. R

    Please help 2004 v6 clutch problems

    Hey what's going on? I'm new to this forum and I'm a new Mustang owner. I recently bought a 2004 v6 with the intention of doing some upgrades and stuff. My question is I'm aware the car uses a clutch cable but the clutch, at least when compared to other vehicles I've driven, feels kind of soft...
  12. S

    Stiff Clutch Help

    Hello I recently put a new clutch kit, (clutch, bearings, and pressure plate) and flywheel, I also put in a new clutch form because it was broken in my 98gt and beforehand the clutch was SUPER stiff. After I swapped all of that it was like butter and over time it became super stiff again. Any tips??
  13. Gallyho

    Clutch

    Hi I have a stock 1997 Cobra and the clutch is going. Ford does not carry a replacement. I want to remain stock. Anyone have a suggestion on which clutch is closest to the stock one?
  14. V

    Drivetrain 1989 T5 Keeps Breaking Throwout Bearings

    Last winter I rebuilt my t5. In addition to the transmission i replaced the clutch with a luk and had the flywheel resurfaced. I also replaced the bearing retainer with a steel one and did the input shaft. Before the rebuild the clutch was fine, if a little stiff. However since the rebuild i...
  15. C

    New Gt Owner! Bad Noise Coming From Drivetrain Behind Engine.

    Okay everyone I have a 1994 GT 5 speed. About a month after I got it a noise formed that I could manipulate if I actuated my clutch. With my clutch Pedal at the floor no noise but when the pedal was up and my clitch was engaged there was a squeak. It got worse, people told me different things...
  16. Jason 302

    SOLD 03/04 Cobra T56 Tranny, Clutch, Flywheel, Bellhousing, Driveshaft, Etc

    I originally bought this to put into my fox but my plans have changed. T56 with upgraded with a 26spline input shaft and a B&M shifter. Centerforce 26spline clutch included, looks to be in excellent shape, also come with a steel 8 bolt flywheel that may need resurfaced. Original aluminum 03...
  17. CMD2561

    Pressure Plate Fingers Crunching Sound!

    Hello everyone! Just joined and I have a crazy question! I have a 95 GT. I recently had a new clutch plate, pressure plate, fly wheel, and clutch cable installed. When the car is cold and I press in the clutch and then release everything is fine. However as soon as the car gets hot and I...
  18. J

    Clutch/transmission Problems

    Hello, so i know this subject has been mentioned before, but i was going 1st to 2nd gear fast in my 2000 mustang gt (t45) and when i hit 2nd it was almost like i lost the gear completely and at first i could use 3rd 4th and 5th then at a stop light i tried to use 2nd again and it locked me into...
  19. Eman1019

    Clutch Pedal Problems

    Bought a '91 with King Cobra clutch that was like moving a mountain to shift gears, just had it replaced with a stock clutch and it's like a different car, much easier to push and release. Still breaking in, so haven't tested the response at high RPMs, but much more pleasurable to drive around...
  20. D

    T5 Conversion Clutch Pedal Travel

    Just did a c4 to t5 conversion in my 66 fastback. My machanic has worked out all issues except one...... He said the added clutch pedal doesn't have enough travel to disengage the clutch completed. If I were to dive it in the normal clutch position it will destroy the throw out bearing In a...