Clutch has had a enough..... but already?
12-19-2009, 08:50 PM
#1
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Clutch has had a enough..... but already?
ok guys, need suggestions on some new clutchs. my clutch is already slippin from 3rd-5th gear at around 4k-5k rpm..... now i dont know why the fack its already failing....... it is seeing around 460hp-420ft lbs of torque right now but ive heard from alot of other guys the stock clutch can handle this kinda power for a decent amount of use.... rigth now my clutch also has around 7500 miles on it which is even more confusing for the failure..... anyway, any input on a new setup is helpful. right now, im leaning toward a spec stg 2 kit with new slave and maybe a new steel flywheel...... thanx guys
12-20-2009, 05:19 AM
#2
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Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: New Jersey
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Same problem here: the stock clutch is now dying after only 10K with the Whipple HO. Could other FI stang owners report on how long they were able to keep their stock clutch? I am now considering upgrading with a Centerforce.
12-21-2009, 04:56 AM
#4
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Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Had Stock clutch give out (Bad Slipping) on Dyno pull after installing Whipple.
Had no problem prior to this. I Went with a Spec Twin Disk clutch with billet aluminum flywheel...all one unit.
Had no problem prior to this. I Went with a Spec Twin Disk clutch with billet aluminum flywheel...all one unit.
12-21-2009, 07:50 AM
#6
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Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Blue Ridge Mtns, VA
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I would suggest a cup of coffee and a few hours using the search tool. Tons of valuable info on clutches in here.
Good luck!
I have the Spec 2 and it performs well, but it doesnt act or feel like stock.
Good luck!
I have the Spec 2 and it performs well, but it doesnt act or feel like stock.
12-22-2009, 09:53 AM
#8
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Location: New Orleans
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I was proactive. Replaced my clutch with a SPEC about 500 miles before doing the supercharger install. If I did it again, I'd get the Mcleod instead. (Not that there is anything wrong with the SPEC, I just didn't like their customer service.)
