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Old Aug 23, 2017 | 10:15 PM
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Parts stores show two diameter clutch discs, 11" and 10.4". Which is the correct diameter? Why do they show two diameters?
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Old Aug 24, 2017 | 10:10 AM
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all performance motors received the 11" clutch, ..either will fit.
make sure you have the correct clutch spline also. (the center hole)
you should get an alignment tool also to make installation easier.
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Old Aug 24, 2017 | 10:28 AM
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Actually, I think it's the other way. HiPo got smaller, lighter, flywheel, ergo, smaller dia clutch. YMMV.
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Old Aug 24, 2017 | 01:33 PM
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I've been looking at this recently for my '69. The 350 had the 10.4" clutch with the 153 tooth flywheel. The big block had the 11" clutch with the 168 tooth flywheel. You need the flywheel teeth to match your starter. Don't forget to have your flywheel resurfaced or get a new flywheel (they're pretty cheap now - a LUK flywheel on Amazon is $60).
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Originally Posted by 69Vett
all performance motors received the 11" clutch, ..either will fit.
make sure you have the correct clutch spline also. (the center hole)
you should get an alignment tool also to make installation easier.
L88s use a lightweight 15 lb. flywheel with a 10.4 diameter diaphragm clutch and pressure plate. PN 3991406.
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68-327's use the 10.5" clutch and stock 350's use the 11" clutch. Lou.
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I think that the L88s used a dual clutch, if I am not mistaken. Lou.
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