Finally have a master plan for the car - 2000 Mustang GT
#61
No worries. I spent a lot of time deciding between a couple of LCAs, including MM and UPR. Looking at the design, both are very similar with a (poly)urethane bushing at one end, spherical bearing at the other. The main benefit of both LCAs is to free up the inherent bind of the stock suspension (will help in the twisties) and cut down on wheel hop (will help in the 1/4 mile). The main difference came down to price, where the UPR LCA was the clear winner. And if it breaks (haven't heard of any problems with LCAs) there is always a lifetime guarantee.
Sorry if it seems like I'm bashing UPR, I am all for aftermarket companies, they've created a lot of nice parts and have a pretty successful drag racing team/sponsored vehicles.
I think you've done a great job on choosing parts, was just wondering your reasoning behind it.
#66
I havent been to an hpde event since the IRS though so I can't really say for sure and since then I've driven considerably less since I've been riding more. Been thinking of getting back into driving though, so may try and make it to an hpde sometime soon.
#67
Just put the new Sumi ZIIIs (275/40/17) on the car, love the increase in grip (inc cornering).
I felt a pretty good wheel wobble on the passenger side when switching the tires, so I'm going to replace the wheel bearings (and hub assembly) next week. Came out to around $200 for everything (including buying a torque wrench and 36mm socket).
My appointment for the 3.73s, LCAs, Axles/LSD & FLSFC install is March 31st, can't wait. Grand total came out just under $600 for the whole install.
I felt a pretty good wheel wobble on the passenger side when switching the tires, so I'm going to replace the wheel bearings (and hub assembly) next week. Came out to around $200 for everything (including buying a torque wrench and 36mm socket).
My appointment for the 3.73s, LCAs, Axles/LSD & FLSFC install is March 31st, can't wait. Grand total came out just under $600 for the whole install.
#68
So my throwout bearing is nearing it's final days (and squeaking like a ****). I plan on doing the clutch while I'm in there, seeing as the stock clutch has 115k miles on it.
End game on the car most likely includes a V3, but nothing over too crazy (400HP/425Ft-lbs) so I'm looking at the HDX clutch. It's rated at 450HP (strange bc the clutch should really be rated in ft-lbs) but from the reviews, it should hold fine. Thoughts? Any preference between the two quadrants? I've heard the SR cable is a POS, so I'm sticking with the Steeda cable.
The upgrade comes in around $650-$700 if I do the install. How much should I expect a shop to charge if I decide to go that route?
End game on the car most likely includes a V3, but nothing over too crazy (400HP/425Ft-lbs) so I'm looking at the HDX clutch. It's rated at 450HP (strange bc the clutch should really be rated in ft-lbs) but from the reviews, it should hold fine. Thoughts? Any preference between the two quadrants? I've heard the SR cable is a POS, so I'm sticking with the Steeda cable.
Transmission:
(To be replaced whenever the old one wears out)
- RAM HDX Clutch (http://www.americanmuscle.com/ram-hd...45-clutch.html)
- FRPP Steel Flywheel (http://www.americanmuscle.com/frpp-s...604-8bolt.html)
- FRPP Bolt & Dowel Kit (http://www.fordracingparts.com/parts...tKeyField=8457)
- FRPP Throwout Bearing (http://www.americanmuscle.com/ford-t...ring-7904.html)
- FRPP Pilot Bearing (http://www.americanmuscle.com/ford-p...ing-96102.html)
- Steeda Adjustable Clutch Cable (http://www.americanmuscle.com/stadclca96.html)
- Steeda Quick Release Clutch Quadrant (http://www.americanmuscle.com/stqureclqu.html)
or
- SR Performance Double Hook Quadrant (http://www.americanmuscle.com/stdohoqu.html)
- SR Performance Firewall Cable Adjuster (http://www.americanmuscle.com/stficaad.html)
(To be replaced whenever the old one wears out)
- RAM HDX Clutch (http://www.americanmuscle.com/ram-hd...45-clutch.html)
- FRPP Steel Flywheel (http://www.americanmuscle.com/frpp-s...604-8bolt.html)
- FRPP Bolt & Dowel Kit (http://www.fordracingparts.com/parts...tKeyField=8457)
- FRPP Throwout Bearing (http://www.americanmuscle.com/ford-t...ring-7904.html)
- FRPP Pilot Bearing (http://www.americanmuscle.com/ford-p...ing-96102.html)
- Steeda Adjustable Clutch Cable (http://www.americanmuscle.com/stadclca96.html)
- Steeda Quick Release Clutch Quadrant (http://www.americanmuscle.com/stqureclqu.html)
or
- SR Performance Double Hook Quadrant (http://www.americanmuscle.com/stdohoqu.html)
- SR Performance Firewall Cable Adjuster (http://www.americanmuscle.com/stficaad.html)
Last edited by Syracuse315; 09-26-2012 at 12:16 AM.
#69
DO NOT get an adjustable cable if you're gonna put on a firewall adjuster and new quadrant. There are many issues associated with this that can be easily discovered thru very little research. If you insist on getting a new cable, look into one as close to stock as possible.
#70
DO NOT get an adjustable cable if you're gonna put on a firewall adjuster and new quadrant. There are many issues associated with this that can be easily discovered thru very little research. If you insist on getting a new cable, look into one as close to stock as possible.