Everyones Hero

I have an '86 GT w/ headers, exhaust, MAF, & 3.73 rear. Previous owner ran a 13.7 (if that helps give you a general idea of it's output.)

I need to get a new clutch & I have no idea what brands to even look into, let alone what "stage" or material to consider. I was also thinking of getting a new flywheel but don't know if it's necessary at all. Again- I don't even know where to look.

It's daily driven & will be driven on the highway & in possible stop & go traffic 5 days a week.

Given that information what clutch/flywheel combination would you guys recommend? Is it worth getting a new flywheel or just reuse the old one?

DJ19895.0

I have a SPEC stage 2 clutch and love it. Only put 700 miles on it so far, but it is close to stock feel and pedal effort, but it grabs really well. Just a hair harder to drive than stock.

Bought mine from AmericanMuscle.com

I would just resurface the flywheel. It only cost me $30.

Bubba 95SN

Used a Ram kitclutch pressure plate are finedarn throwout bearing went out in 1332 miles.

mjr46

if you don't plan on racing it, heck I have a 92 whose use was simialar to yours, and it has a good ole napa HD clutch, not sure if the King Cobra clutches are still cheap, but back in the day for the money 159.00, I put one of those through alot of abuse, however some don't have as much luck as I did with them.

Everyones Hero

I do plan on going to the track at least a few times next season (when the racing bug bites you can't help it. :P) but nothing serious.

The King Cobra & SPEC 2 are both $310 on AM.com. I think I finally found a part on a Mustang that is more expensive than on my old Honda. :P

From the looks of it the SPEC 2 might be the better choice (520ft/lbs vs the KC's 315HP rating.) Plus it's kevlar vs the KC's organic. I liked the feel of the unsprung carbon kevlar clutch that was in my old car so I'll probably swing for that one.

I appreciate your guys' input. I just didn't know where to find good information other than on here.

Shelty

Ive heard Ram Clutches are pretty good

I have a Centerforce Dual Friction in mine, and the clutch alone was 300 dollars...

keep in mind there will be extras you need/should do with the new clutch.

including, a new throw out bearing, steel bearing retainer, pilot bearing and rear main seal.

jjw88mustang

I got a centerforce dual friction as well. A little pricey but has held good for a year now

red302

I have a centerforce dual friction pedal softer than the OEM clutch i had before. perfect for daily traffic especially in DC area where i live. Spec stage 2 is also another good choice. Centerforce held up for nearly 2 years now.

PRO50SC

CF DF is def the way to go!!

mjr46

lol....he lives!! the Berninator has returned!!!!!!! I run two cf /df's they aren't cheap but I love the clamping power and soft pedal