Clutch

31648 · 10-18-2003, 02:52 PM

Just had new tires installed on a 1996 Mustang GT. The mechanic who installed the tires said we need a new clutch. He said the clutch slips in 5 th gear. Is it better to repalce with OEM parts or after market parts. Do you replace flywheel, pressure plate. clutch and throw out bearing all at the same time. Any recommendations on which cluthc assembly to buy. The car is used as a daily driver.

Thanks,
31648

Jaegermeister2k · 10-18-2003, 03:30 PM

I would get an aftermarket clutch like a spec I or higher even if you're going to do some power upgrades.They not only last longer but they are also easier to engage.I'm still thinking which one i should get.The spec II,specIII or a king cobra.But i'm gonna supercharge my car so i NEED something with better grip.

Also when you buy a clutch they usually come with the clutch,the pressure plate,and the throw out bearing.As for the flywheel i dunno.If it's no good replace it.

Maroon 5.0 LX · 10-18-2003, 03:46 PM

If a clutch slips, wouldn't it slip in all gears?

Edit: Seems if a clutch is slipping, you'd notice it more in the lower gears, 'cause you're getting on it more.

Jaegermeister2k · 10-18-2003, 04:04 PM

I would think so.My clutch has slipped in every gear so far.Also how is your mechanic who just installed your tires suppsed to know wheather your clutch slips or not?Did he test drive it?If he did it shouldn't have slipped under normal circumstances.

Hammer · 10-18-2003, 07:31 PM

I would recommend a RAM Powergrip set...

It held with the supercharged Yellowjacket quite well...

RAM Powergrip

10-18-2003, 02:52 PM	#1
31648 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 4	Clutch Just had new tires installed on a 1996 Mustang GT. The mechanic who installed the tires said we need a new clutch. He said the clutch slips in 5 th gear. Is it better to repalce with OEM parts or after market parts. Do you replace flywheel, pressure plate. clutch and throw out bearing all at the same time. Any recommendations on which cluthc assembly to buy. The car is used as a daily driver. Thanks, 31648

10-18-2003, 03:46 PM	#3
Maroon 5.0 LX Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Southern Maryland Posts: 471	If a clutch slips, wouldn't it slip in all gears? Edit: Seems if a clutch is slipping, you'd notice it more in the lower gears, 'cause you're getting on it more. __________________ '89 LX 5.0 - 5 speed. Original Owner '94 E-150 4.9 Hi-Top Conversion Van '06 Mustang V-6, 5 speed Last edited by Maroon 5.0 LX; 10-18-2003 at 04:18 PM..

10-18-2003, 07:31 PM	#5
Hammer AKA "Dr. Evil" Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: South Fork Ranch Posts: 1,721	I would recommend a RAM Powergrip set... It held with the supercharged Yellowjacket quite well... RAM Powergrip __________________ Uncle Sam "What the hell is up with all the gauges? Calling Captain Kirk, your ride awaits... Phasers on stun...."

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10-18-2003, 03:30 PM	#2
Jaegermeister2k Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Brandon,Fl Posts: 163	I would get an aftermarket clutch like a spec I or higher even if you're going to do some power upgrades.They not only last longer but they are also easier to engage.I'm still thinking which one i should get.The spec II,specIII or a king cobra.But i'm gonna supercharge my car so i NEED something with better grip. Also when you buy a clutch they usually come with the clutch,the pressure plate,and the throw out bearing.As for the flywheel i dunno.If it's no good replace it.

10-18-2003, 04:04 PM	#4
Jaegermeister2k Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Brandon,Fl Posts: 163	I would think so.My clutch has slipped in every gear so far.Also how is your mechanic who just installed your tires suppsed to know wheather your clutch slips or not?Did he test drive it?If he did it shouldn't have slipped under normal circumstances.