Clutch Questions

[Jeb_Bush_2000]

How many miles did you put on the car before the clutch went? If it's a fair amount, I'd suggest replacing every component between the flywheel and the tranny, including the flywheel. One little problem somewhere in there can cause uneven wear and premature failure.


As for the clutch itself, I just got a FRPP pressure plate, throwout bearing, clutch disc, cable, and fork. Total, after tax, was about $280. On a stock engine, I see no need for anything beefier than the Ford unit. If you don't need the holding power, you're just putting more stress on your tranny and rear-end. Remember, the clutch acts as a damper. If it grabs too abruptly, it absorbs none of the shock when you pop it, and you might end up damaging something.