Drivetrain Best Clutch and Flywheel Combo?

I am in the middle of replacing my 4.6 (Romeo) engine in my 01 Mustang. The first thing I noticed and couldn't get over when I removed the engine was how ugly and rusty the outside of the clutch and flywheel were. Before I removed the engine I noticed a constant squealing when engaging/holding the clutch, although it never slipped or misbehaved to my knowledge. As preventative maintenance I decided to get a new clutch and possibly a flywheel.

Car has exhaust and 3.73s, other than that it is stock, although in the next couple years I plan on adding some power. What would you guys recommend? I was looking at a couple options and don't want to break the bank. This Mcleod Clutch would be really nice, its affordable and would give me room to get a flywheel. This Centerforce looks really nice as well, and I would have no problem dishing out the cash for it if I knew I could save my current flywheel, unless the flywheel needs to be upgraded to handle this clutch. Just looking for options here and other recommendations. Thanks

wmburns said:

Do you know if the flywheel is set up for a 10.5" or 11" clutch?

Normally a 2001+ should have an 11" clutch. Why is this important? Because the stock 11" has much better holding power than a 10.5". Using a stock 11" allows you to have a "stock" pedal feel plug the additional holding power.

I'm using a "stock" style LUK 11" clutch and love it. The clutch pedal force won't wear your leg out.

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As said above, it's a Romeo car, backed with a tr3650 and an 11" wheel.

Looks like having my current flywheel resurfaced may not be the best route, but it only has 70k miles so I'll have my local shop take a good look at it.

With my budget being in the +/-$500 range, that doesn't leave me a whole lot of room for a clutch if I have to buy a flywheel. I am very much considering the McLeod clutch mentioned above with a McLeod flywheel.