New clutch recommendations?
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Safety Car
Joined: Dec 1999
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From: Roxbury NJ
New clutch recommendations?
I'm about to purchase new clutch for my '68. I've never used an aftermarket clutch, so I don't know much about them. Should I stay with GM parts or get a Hays, Centerforce, etc. Engine is a 427/390 (with mods planned in the near future), and transmission will be a Richmond 5-speed that requires a 26 spline input.
What size flywheel and clutch does my car have stock, and how many teeth are on the flywheel?
Thanks!
Joe
What size flywheel and clutch does my car have stock, and how many teeth are on the flywheel?
Thanks!
Joe
Drifting
Joined: Sep 1999
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From: Wylie TX
Re: New clutch recommendations? (Flareside)
I'm pretty sure that all big blocks came with the 11" clutch and 14", 168 tooth flywheel.
I'm running a McLeod dual performance clutch and PP, and I'm happy with it so far (about 350 mi).
I'm running a McLeod dual performance clutch and PP, and I'm happy with it so far (about 350 mi).
Burning Brakes
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Re: New clutch recommendations? (Flareside)
Flareside, Chris is right about clutch size, although you should check the # on the bellhousing to be sure. I can research what # is for 11" and which is for 10&1/2"
I have same engine as you in a '69. I went with a GM heavy duty clutch from Sallee Chevrolet.I have no complaints with it and it is abused regularly. Pedal effort not bad at all.
Good Luck, Mark :flag :chevy
I have same engine as you in a '69. I went with a GM heavy duty clutch from Sallee Chevrolet.I have no complaints with it and it is abused regularly. Pedal effort not bad at all.
Good Luck, Mark :flag :chevy
Burning Brakes
Joined: Feb 2001
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From: Marietta GA
Re: New clutch recommendations? (marky mark)
I just installed a Centerforce DUal Friction based on the recommendations of Forum members. This is a great clutch. My 427 turns 500 lbs. ft. of torque at 2700 rpm and over 450 hp at 5500 rpm and the clutch grabs great, even when I open the secondaries in first gear. I highly recommend it.
Drifting
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From: Wylie TX
Re: New clutch recommendations? (marky mark)
I think the pedal effort is about the same as what was in my car (probably not original), but it was also about 9 mo between when I put in the new clutch and the other stuff.
You bellhousing should end in 621
You bellhousing should end in 621
Instructor
Joined: May 2001
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From: CLEVELAND TN
Re: New clutch recommendations? (Flareside)
I have a freind that is a SPEC dealer they are a real performance style type clutch they are high quality so if you would like more info on these clutches let me know and ill give you his E-MAIL ADDRESS :cheers: :cheers:
