Help with clutch change

skiwesser · 02-28-2006, 11:01 PM

We are going to replace the clutch in my buddies 2000 GT, is it as easy as our good 'ol 87-93 5.0's to get to and change?

Jeff Chambers · 03-01-2006, 07:49 AM

The 3650 is quite a bit heavier than a T-5, about 50 pounds heavier. There are a few ears on the bell housing of the 3650 that make it tough to get in/out because they hit on the trans tunnel. These ears are only used at the factor for assembly purposes, so I usually saw them off once the trans is down to make the re-install easier. When the trans goes back up, there's a TSB that calls for a lesser amount of fluid, and a switch to GM Synchromesh II/III.

02-28-2006, 11:01 PM	#1
skiwesser Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: rock hill,S.C. 29730 Posts: 420	Help with clutch change We are going to replace the clutch in my buddies 2000 GT, is it as easy as our good 'ol 87-93 5.0's to get to and change?

03-01-2006, 07:49 AM	#2
Jeff Chambers Moderator Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Milan, OH Posts: 2,699	Re: Help with clutch change The 3650 is quite a bit heavier than a T-5, about 50 pounds heavier. There are a few ears on the bell housing of the 3650 that make it tough to get in/out because they hit on the trans tunnel. These ears are only used at the factor for assembly purposes, so I usually saw them off once the trans is down to make the re-install easier. When the trans goes back up, there's a TSB that calls for a lesser amount of fluid, and a switch to GM Synchromesh II/III. __________________ Jeff Chambers 1990 Mustang GT 10.032 Seconds / 137.5 MPH 14-time Street Warrior World Record Setter CRT Performance 2001 Tropic Green Mustang GT - 12.181 / 113.2 MPH 2002 Ford F-250 Crew Cab 7.3l Power Stroke - 17.41@77.2 "There's nothing boring about a small block automatic shifting gears at 9400 rpm!"

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