Just purchased 89 LX, clutch issue?

I was referred to this forum as an excellent source of help for mustang owners.

Theres already a 95 GT in the stable, just picked up a 89 LX 5.0 5-speed

Paid 1200, body is decent, needs some paint, interior is great. Runs strong

I have what i think may be a clutch issue. or possibly throwout bearing. Here are my symptoms.


I can drive the car for about ten miles with no problem. Clutch engages smooth and firm (King Cobra according to the guy i purchased from -- definitely not stock) It does not slip at all or make any funny noises at idle or while driving until i have driven about ten miles, then i hear a faint rattle/chattering noise, like metal jingling and bouncing around.

Sound gets louder as i drive further. If i dont pull over soon enough, car will get stuck in gear and i have to wait until it cools down to pull it out of gear.

I dont know alot about clutches or how they work, i was hoping somebody could tell me whats wrong?

Thanks guys!

-Ryan

yes, i can go through all of the gears with the car off and parked. tranny shifts perfect, no grinding or whining.

do you think the tranny being low on fluid would cause all of this chattering/squealing noise? it dont do it until i drive about 10 miles.