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Old 07-27-2005, 07:03 PM
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Hey everyone, my clutch decided to go out this past weekend. Now that I have the opportunity to put in a better one, anyone have recommendations on what kind I should go with? Centerforce dual friction, King Cobra? I'm looking for something that's strong but can be used for street or strip. Thanks.
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Old 07-27-2005, 07:05 PM
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Also, if I wanted to replace everything that has to do w/the clutch, what all would that include? Clutch, throwout bearing, pressure plate, pilot shaft bearing, cable, anything else? Thanks again.
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Old 07-27-2005, 10:41 PM
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Default RE: Time for a new clutch

I'm in the same exact boat as this guy too. Can you people help us clutchless guys?lol
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Old 07-28-2005, 12:10 AM
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IMO i think the Ford Racing Heavy Duty Clutch is a great clutch its a lot better the the OEM clutch. it has 40% more holding force. If you want to replace everything here's a list:

Clutch
Pressure Plate
Throwout Bearing
Pilot Bearing

Since you want to replace the cable upgrade to these parts:

Adjustable Clutch Cable
Firewall Adjuster
Billet Quadrant

It all comes in a kit and Steeda and B&M sell very good kit so look at them
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Old 07-28-2005, 12:34 AM
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Is the Adjustable Clutch Cable and Quadrant Kit a MUST if I get the King Cobra or other Ford Racing heavy duy clutch? or is it just recommended?
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Old 07-28-2005, 08:30 AM
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just recommend but IMO its worth the money
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Old 07-28-2005, 11:51 AM
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if your gonna spend almost 200$ on a king cobra i would
go with a spec stage 1 or a ram heavy duty for about 160$
thats what i would go with,i have had all of these clutches
and would go with those not king cobra
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Old 08-06-2005, 02:25 PM
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Ok, so I figured I'd update everyone... I went with the Centerforce Dual Friction clutch and bought the throwout and pilot bearings. To be installed this coming week
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Old 08-06-2005, 10:05 PM
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I put in alot of the corba oem clutch as they have about 30% more holding power and about 10-15% pedal pressure it's a win-win...do put in a adjustable quadrant and a firewall adjuster
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