406 build question, re. clutch
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406 build question, re. clutch
looks like i'm going ahead with my 406 build, i am curious if the stock '85 clutch will work with the 400 flywheel?
can someone tell me exactly the clutch and flywheel that i will need?
thanks Greg :cheers:
can someone tell me exactly the clutch and flywheel that i will need?
thanks Greg :cheers:
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Re: 406 build question, re. clutch (frank j. moran)
I posted a question regarding this a while back. Too bad the search and archives are screwed up on the site.
Anyway, someone chimed in and said Hays sells a flywheel to convert it over. It can be done, I know that.
Anyway, someone chimed in and said Hays sells a flywheel to convert it over. It can be done, I know that.
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Re: 406 build question, re. clutch (loiq)
What I did,,, was use my 85 flywheel, bell housing and clutch.
If I were to do it over again I would have the crank zero/neutral balanced, and buy a zero balance flywheel. Then you will need a neutral balance damper.
What I did was have the front of the crank filled my mallory metal to achieve neutral balance on the front,, then the rear was externally balanced with my Centerforce clutch, stock flywheel and a 400 balance plate that costs @ $15.
If I were to do it over again I would have the crank zero/neutral balanced, and buy a zero balance flywheel. Then you will need a neutral balance damper.
What I did was have the front of the crank filled my mallory metal to achieve neutral balance on the front,, then the rear was externally balanced with my Centerforce clutch, stock flywheel and a 400 balance plate that costs @ $15.
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Re: 406 build question, re. clutch (atotalnincompoop)
I went with full internal balance which allowed the use of a 350 balancer and flywheel (153 tooth). If you choose the right components, 400 crank designed for internal balance and a piston/rod combo on the lighter side you won't need much of the heavy metal and will curb balancing costs. I failed to do so and the balancing cost almost $500. If you talk to a local engine builder/machine shop they should be able to guide you pretty well if this is the route you choose.
Good luck with the build up :thumbs:
Good luck with the build up :thumbs: