Clutch Setup Recommendations

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Hi guys.

I have a 1993 5.0 GT that is lightly modified and I'm looking for some opinions on what to replace my 10 year old OEM clutch setup with.

I have an Edelbrock Performer intake, ProFlow MAF, 70mm BBK tb, fenderwell mounted K&N, 3.55 gears, catted H pipe and a 2 chamber Flowmaster. I would prefer to stay under $300 for the clutch if possible.

Thanks!

 

Fast63

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I got the FRPP heavy duty clutch for $165 and I love it. I am not sure if it's still that exact price but it's still under 200 for sure. It grips hard and has good street manners.

 

87foxstang

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yea the King Cobra clutch is relatively cheap and can easily handle the power of your car...i would go with that

 

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PRO50SC

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Centerforce dual friction would be perfect for your car. Has a very easy pedal feel, but is a lil pricey!!

 

347strokin

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PRO50SC said:

Centerforce dual friction would be perfect for your car. Has a very easy pedal feel, but is a lil pricey!!

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x 2. This clutch is very durable and doesn't require a lot of pedal effort.

 

5spd GT

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I have had both the King Cobra and Centerforce Stage II (not Dual Friction). I daily drove them both for a couple years each.

The Centerforce gets my vote so far, because of the pedal effort.

Also, there is a difference between a Heavy Duty clutch and a King Cobra clutch. The King Cobra cost around $20 more, but provides a lighter pedal than the HD clutch.

The Centerforce cost about $100 more than the King Cobra.

 

91 HATCH

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i have the centerforce dual friction and would never buy any other clutch than it unless i get more power than it can handle then i will get the dfx series clutch.i can now chirp 3-4 shift my old king cobra clutch couldnt do it.

 

SuperStang83

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The pedal effort on the Center Force Dual Friction is much better than the King Cobra. I have had both and have the King Cobra now. Next time I have to replace one I will go with the CF. Both will be alright for your combo as far as holding up, but if you drive this car a lot you will appreciate the CF.

 

ninety15.0

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I think with the mods you have done to your car, the KC clutch will be more than adequate. The CF DF clutch is overkill for your car...and its a little expensive as well.

I think your money would be better spent by purchasing the king cobra clutch for about 200 and then spend the rest of the 300 bucks on a nice adjustable quadrant and firewall adjuster and a nice stock cable. That combination will make for a very easy clutch pedal and good action. Plenty of holding strength for the power you are making! And money very smartly spent!!