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Title: Clutch swapping tomorrow............
Post by: vinnietbird on April 19, 2013, 06:47:09 PM
I had a missing or whatever it was issue with the engine for some time, got that fixed, then the clutch turned to . I haven't had a truly great drive in some time. SO, tomorrow I'm going to swap the clutch and related pieces then go for a nice drive and let the clutch get broke in. I'm sharing this useless bit of info because it's a slow day, and I have been busy all day, but accomplished nothing.

I think I'll swap the header gaskets too. Might as well while I'm ripping into the rest of it.
Title: Clutch swapping tomorrow............
Post by: STANG8U on April 19, 2013, 06:54:38 PM
Best time to do the rear main also ..... If it leaks lol
Title: Clutch swapping tomorrow............
Post by: vinnietbird on April 19, 2013, 07:10:01 PM
I just swapped that a few months ago when we installed the new rings and bearings. Should be good. if there are any questions of leakage when I get in there....it'll be swapped as well.
Title: Clutch swapping tomorrow............
Post by: TOM Renzo on April 19, 2013, 08:20:27 PM
What was the MISS FIRE?????

Just a question????? Why did you not change the clutch when you put in the new engine.  Just curious!!!
Title: Clutch swapping tomorrow............
Post by: vinnietbird on April 19, 2013, 11:03:13 PM
I didn't have a problem with it at that time. Apparently is was closer to going to  than I thought.

As far as the misfire....I swapped the coil and it got better, removed the module from the distributor and replaced it with a Ford (NOS PART) module, and it seems to have done the job. I also replaced all of the sensors on the engine except the ACT sensor......which I have a replacement for sitting on the work bench. Clutch first.
Title: Clutch swapping tomorrow............
Post by: STANG8U on April 19, 2013, 11:23:06 PM
What clutch are you putting in ?
Title: Clutch swapping tomorrow............
Post by: vinnietbird on April 19, 2013, 11:34:30 PM
A stock style replacement for now. I didn't have time to wait. I have to get a new one in before Monday. 95% of my driving is two miles to work, 40 mph, and 2 miles back......40 mph. So for now, it'll be just fine, and compared to what the current clutch is doing, light years better. The car is going through a lot of changes over the next few months, and there will be plenty of time to upgrade again. The current clutch is a King Cobra. I have to say, I actually miss the soft pedal feel of a stock style pressure plate.
Title: Clutch swapping tomorrow............
Post by: TOM Renzo on April 19, 2013, 11:45:02 PM
TAMPA CLUTCH when you need a clutch that is rated for more HP. They make a good reasonably priced units
Title: Clutch swapping tomorrow............
Post by: vinnietbird on April 20, 2013, 12:18:51 AM
I'll worry about the next when the time comes. For now, gotta install this one, and I'd rather be doing something else tomorrow. LOL.
Title: Clutch swapping tomorrow............
Post by: Kitz Kat on April 20, 2013, 07:05:21 AM
You have time to install an intake to!!
Title: Clutch swapping tomorrow............
Post by: vinnietbird on April 20, 2013, 08:21:12 AM
I was thinking about taking the polished GT-40 off, and replacing it with the black crinkle/polished ends GT-40.
Title: Clutch swapping tomorrow............
Post by: mcb82gt on April 20, 2013, 08:59:34 AM
Do it man!  ................. pics too, if you can.
Title: Clutch swapping tomorrow............
Post by: vinnietbird on April 20, 2013, 09:15:25 AM
Not sure if I want to yet. Clutch first. I do want to swap them for a while, as the polished upper has a few scratches from shipping on the tank end. I want to smooth them out, re-polish it, then we'll see what happens. No hurry, they are both easy to access.
Title: Clutch swapping tomorrow............
Post by: STANG8U on April 20, 2013, 01:24:50 PM
How meny gt40's do you have lol
Title: Clutch swapping tomorrow............
Post by: 88turbo on April 20, 2013, 06:30:03 PM
Quote from: STANG8U;413599
How meny gt40's do you have lol

enough that he needs to sell me one....  :flip:
Title: Clutch swapping tomorrow............
Post by: STANG8U on April 20, 2013, 06:54:38 PM
Lol good thing I don't need one those  things go for to much
Title: Clutch swapping tomorrow............
Post by: vinnietbird on April 20, 2013, 09:00:46 PM
I have two GT-40 intakes. One completely polished, one polished on the tank and throttle body end, and black crinkle powder coat on the rest. Both good looking pieces.

The clutch is in. Gotta say, not impressed with the stock style replacement, but I suppose I'll get used to it. It's way softer than the worn out King Cobra piece, and as soon as I let the clutch pedal up, it moves. No two inches or any of that between the pedal and the floor. It moves up, the car goes. One day I'll swap it for a better, stiffer clutch, but, I needed one NOW.