1966 Bigblock
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1966 Bigblock
I have to replace the clutch in my 427 corvette and I'm wondering what advice I can get on this. I figure there has to be a best way to accomplish with the least amount of pain. I have a lift and will be using a new centerforce clutch, pressure plate and throwout bearing. Thanks
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Section 7 in the Chevrolet Chassis Service Manual has the step-by-step procedure for transmission and clutch R&R. Have the flywheel resurfaced, replace the pilot bushing, and make sure the throwout bearing is assembled correctly to the clutch fork. 
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I have to replace the clutch in my 427 corvette and I'm wondering what advice I can get on this. I figure there has to be a best way to accomplish with the least amount of pain. I have a lift and will be using a new centerforce clutch, pressure plate and throwout bearing. Thanks
Dan
Last edited by DansYellow66; Nov 14, 2007 at 07:01 PM.
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I have two Centerforce clutches - a DF and a II.
I've seen a lot of complaints about Centerforce but I've been fine.
I followed their instructions pretty closely (orange sheet IIRC?).
I needed an adjustable ball stud on the DF (also has a Lakewood
housing) but the stock ball stud was fine on the II with a 403
housing and new GM nodular iron flywheel.
I also broke them in nicely for 500 miles (stop and go) as they
recommend.
I also used pilot bearings which most people seem to hate
After reading here for years I wouldn't use one again...
I did index the bellhousing on both clutches.
The '66 427 block I have in my '67 was about .017 off
with two different 403 bellhousings...
