Throw out bearing

[PeteyAce]

My transmission started making a real loud rattling noise recently called my uncle mechanic and his said it soundnlike a bad throw out bearing, then he drive out and listeened to it and said that it was a bad throw out bearin, he said you have to take out the whole tranny to change it and i might as well just change the clutch, i just wanted to get an opinion on that, and what clutch i should get

 

[jpctln]

Which clutch you get depends on what kind of power you're pushing. What kind of plans? If you have a stock to mid-level modified 5.0 then I'd recommend a Valeo King Cobra. I have one and haven't had any problems with it. Some like Spec clutches as well. The kits come with a throwout bearing, clutch and pressure plate. Yes you do have to take out the exhaust, driveshaft, and transmission to access the clutch.

 

[HISSIN50]

often times with a TOB, it rattles with your foot off the clutch. if you ever-so-slightly press the clutch, it loads the bearing and the noise subsides.

having an uncle there who is a mechanic is better than us guessing from a keyboard.

i agree with the KC thoughts - i dont have one but am leaning towards it when the time comes. more info from you on your car, mods and intentions would help.

good luck.

 

[BlackDrop50]

Definately a bad throwout bearing!
Yes you do have to take out the whole tranny. The throwout bearing goes on the tailshaft of the T5. Might as well change the clutch while you are at it. Get a King Cobra one for $160-180, lighter pedal pressure, more grip, it's a suitable, cheap, ford, quality clutch.

 

[HISSIN50]

The throwout bearing goes on the tailshaft of the T5.

i know what you meant, but for the sake of not confusing him, the TOB rides on the input shaft.