99shadowGT

I'm getting my new clutch installed tomorrow, and I've heard you should break in a new clutch. I've heard from a few people to not go over 3500 rpm for about 500 miles. Is this the best thing to do, and if not what is? Thanks

hotrod7687

I'd like to know this too. I have my suspicions that my clutch is going out and will need to be replaced soon. I've never done any work on a manual trans before.

Colorado_Mustang

It isn't the RPM when engaged that's a problem, it's the slipping and torque holding that will be lowered until it breaks in. Avoid hard launches, large rpm mismatches, and quick throttle movements. Mine was doing well after about 300 miles (Centerforce Dual Friction).

Davojan59

^^^what he said...just take it easy for about 500 miles or more if needed and ull be fine. Mine chattered for the first 500-700 miles and now its completely broken in and doesnt chatter. I got a spec stage 2

bransdaman78

rev it up to 6k then as slow as possible hold the gas and let the clutch out..................?

JJ03MustangGT

i always take it easy on all my new clutches for about 100-200 miles....and i never seemed to have any problems. 500 would definitely be a safe place to be though i guess

SOHCtimes2

Please disregard what bransdaman78 said...don't know why he wants you to ruin your new clutch.

But just take it easy on it for 400-500 miles and it'll be good!

Davojan59

haha ya rip that **** up man...dump it dude! jk

bransdaman78

..... just a joke

99shadowGT

thanks for the good tips guys