bad clutch?

VeNuM · 08-18-2002, 01:38 PM

I think my clutch has been slipping a little bit lately. It feels like I have to let the clutch out further than usual in order for it to engage. Also, during normal driving, sometimes it feels like the clutch "skips." Like it engages, backs off for a split second, then engages fully again. My friend who used to own a 5.0 just said I needed to lift up on my clutch push it to the floor a couple times and it will fix my problem, only my clutch won't pull up. Do I need a new clutch?

Conman · 08-19-2002, 06:54 AM

pulling up on the clutch peddle adjusts the quadrant
if you get your head down there you can see what it is doing. This helps with how far you have to press the peddle before the clutch disengages.

Here's an idea, do a brake stand and if the clutch smokes before the tires then it is not holding

(I'm just joking, I wouldn't do that)

1984 GT · 08-19-2002, 08:27 AM

I'm interested in hearing response on this issue as well.

I have a pretty new Centerforce Dual friction clutch in my '84 Mustang that is now slipping under power, particularly in 2nd and 3rd gear.

drtbiker · 08-19-2002, 11:05 AM

did you guys break in the clutches?

1984 GT · 08-19-2002, 12:13 PM

I did, but, at the minimum (500 miles)

drtbiker · 08-19-2002, 12:20 PM

hmmm.. i dont see why it should be slipping did you get any oil or anything on the clutch or flywheel durring the install?

1984 GT · 08-19-2002, 01:20 PM

Not that I know of, I had it done by a good local firm. It doesn't seem to have started until recently. I've had maybe fifty passes on the clutch and it probably only started becoming a problem in the last ten passes.

95GTNut · 08-19-2002, 05:40 PM

Venum,

It may be possible that you have a transmission input shaft leak. It's a long shot, but given the inconsistancy of your problem things are sort of pointing to contamination. However, the thing that makes it such a long shot is that the gearbox fluid would actually have to travel down the input splines to enter your clutch assembly.

But, to make a long story short and offer up some advice, I would say if you have an extremely high pedal that won't adjust out, and poor engagement, it is time for a clutch.

08-18-2002, 01:38 PM	#1
VeNuM Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Downers Grove, IL Posts: 464	bad clutch? I think my clutch has been slipping a little bit lately. It feels like I have to let the clutch out further than usual in order for it to engage. Also, during normal driving, sometimes it feels like the clutch "skips." Like it engages, backs off for a split second, then engages fully again. My friend who used to own a 5.0 just said I needed to lift up on my clutch push it to the floor a couple times and it will fix my problem, only my clutch won't pull up. Do I need a new clutch? __________________ 1989 Black Mustang GT Hatchback, Underdrive Pulles, Electric Fan, Cold Air Intake, Headers, Offroad H-Pipe, Magnaflow catback, Steeda Tri-Ax, Fluidyne Aluminum Radiator, Timing at 14*, 3.73's Coming not so soon: 408w Ricer Hater's Club Member #59

08-19-2002, 06:54 AM	#2
Conman Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Kingston, Ontario Posts: 351	pulling up on the clutch peddle adjusts the quadrant if you get your head down there you can see what it is doing. This helps with how far you have to press the peddle before the clutch disengages. Here's an idea, do a brake stand and if the clutch smokes before the tires then it is not holding (I'm just joking, I wouldn't do that) __________________ '88 lx, Black on Black, check it out here Spent all my money on school, what a dumb mistake I'm old enough to know better, but still too young to care.

08-19-2002, 11:05 AM	#4
drtbiker Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Mt. Prospect,IL Posts: 474	did you guys break in the clutches? __________________ 87-ford-mustang-SOLD! mods: 3:73's, off road h-pipe, b303 cam in gt- 40 motor w/ Power Plus intake, edelbrock 70mm tb & egr spacer, 72mm C&L, bbk long tubes, tremec tranny, centerforce dual friction clutch, upr and lwr CA's 255lph FP and soon more to come.... when i have money again SOME ADVICE Don't do burn outs in reverse it is very expensive New times with dead hook on dr's 13.27@103 with 2.0 60 foots w/100lb system Fastest time to date: 12.8@113

08-19-2002, 12:20 PM	#6
drtbiker Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Mt. Prospect,IL Posts: 474	hmmm.. i dont see why it should be slipping did you get any oil or anything on the clutch or flywheel durring the install? __________________ 87-ford-mustang-SOLD! mods: 3:73's, off road h-pipe, b303 cam in gt- 40 motor w/ Power Plus intake, edelbrock 70mm tb & egr spacer, 72mm C&L, bbk long tubes, tremec tranny, centerforce dual friction clutch, upr and lwr CA's 255lph FP and soon more to come.... when i have money again SOME ADVICE Don't do burn outs in reverse it is very expensive New times with dead hook on dr's 13.27@103 with 2.0 60 foots w/100lb system Fastest time to date: 12.8@113

08-19-2002, 05:40 PM	#8
95GTNut Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Crystal River, FL Posts: 8	Venum, It may be possible that you have a transmission input shaft leak. It's a long shot, but given the inconsistancy of your problem things are sort of pointing to contamination. However, the thing that makes it such a long shot is that the gearbox fluid would actually have to travel down the input splines to enter your clutch assembly. But, to make a long story short and offer up some advice, I would say if you have an extremely high pedal that won't adjust out, and poor engagement, it is time for a clutch. __________________ 95 Mustang GT Vert Date of Manufacture 07/95 WooHoo!

08-19-2002, 08:27 AM	#3
1984 GT Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Gainesville, Fl Posts: 59	I'm interested in hearing response on this issue as well. I have a pretty new Centerforce Dual friction clutch in my '84 Mustang that is now slipping under power, particularly in 2nd and 3rd gear.

08-19-2002, 12:13 PM	#5
1984 GT Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Gainesville, Fl Posts: 59	I did, but, at the minimum (500 miles)

08-19-2002, 01:20 PM	#7
1984 GT Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Gainesville, Fl Posts: 59	Not that I know of, I had it done by a good local firm. It doesn't seem to have started until recently. I've had maybe fifty passes on the clutch and it probably only started becoming a problem in the last ten passes.

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