clutch cable

[wildstang87]

how long should it take me to change my clutch cable? any tricks??

 

[bullitstang1313]

Are you using an aftermarket cable or stock? Is the clutch quadrant stock or aftermarket? Do you have a firewall adjuster? It should take very long to do, but it depends on your set-up. I would say about an hour at max.

 

[blkstangman88]

just the cable swap is fast but while ur at it u might as well install and new quaidrant and firwall adjuster, DONT GET A AFTERMARKET ADJUSTABLE CABLE! i cant stress this enough, i went through one in a week, get the oem one from ford with the firewall adjuster.

 

[wildstang87]

im just changing the cable, not the quadrant wich is stock, my cable is strectched and it wont engage the clutch all the way. will i have to reset the stock adjuster, or will it be self explanitory when i look at it??

 

[89CopCoupe]

The stock quadrant and "adjusting ratchet" is plastic ... but is self explanatory.

The easiest way to get at it is to remove the 4 bolts to take the drivers seat out so you can lay on your back inside the car and look under the dash.

Total time about 1/2 hour once on jack stands.

I suggest getting the triple hook quadrant, firewall adjuster and adjustable cable from these guys for about $60: www.uprproducts.com

Mine has worked great for over a year with minimal stretch ...

 

[89white50]

My cable snapped 2 weeks ago. I bought the high ramp 3 piece kit from jegs. short ass pedal travel, makes shifting fast a breeze. come with a new cable, friewall adj, and high ramp quadrant. Worst thing is getting the old **** out. much better now.

 

[blkstangman88]

dont get a adjustable cable, those are crap, the oem is much stronger and will last alot longer. like i said b4, mine snapped after a week and i got a king cobra clutch, which isnt that much better.