Clutch pedal and steering questions...

[richd]

Hi guys...

Two questions.

1) Has anybody else really despised the closeness of the clutch and brake pedal? I have to do all sorts of weird footwork to make sure I don't a) hit the brake when I clutch b) hit the clutch when I brake and c) don't hit my feet together when I do both.

I don't like pushing the pedals with the inside edge of my feet. I've been considering having a shop either bend the clutch pedal to the left or rewelding the pedal plates on the shafts (brake and clutch).

Also, I don't like the amount of force required to push the pedal. I can handle it, but it bothers me a bit. I've also considered mounting a pedal assist spring somewhere under the dash. Something like the spring will provide assistance, but only after the pedal has been pushed down 2 or 3 inches.

Have any of you done anything like that?

2) I've heard there is a bushing either between the upper and lower steering shaft or between the lower shaft and rack that can be replaced with a poly bushing to eliminate some of the steering mushiness. If this is true, what is that bushing called (or part #) and where can I get it?

Thanks a bunch,

Rich D.
89 LX5.0 5-speed

[drudis]

For the steering linkage, you are looking for a needle-bearing in the shaft. There are a few companies that make this. YOU gotta do some searching.
I did it myself with the individual bearing:

[302 LX Eric]

As for your clutch issue, well, I hit the brake a couple times when I first got my Stang. But, ever since, I have gotten use to it and haven't done that in a long while.

I guess you could have the pedals re-welded to a better position like you said.

Onto the steering linkage...sounds like drudis has good advice. A more expensive fix would be to purchase a Flaming River steering linkage. The linkage is very nice. You can order the linkage from many distributors listed in MM&FF or 5.0 mags.

Good luck,
E