Clutch and Flywheel Upgrade

Bryan1280 · March 16th, 2010, 11:52 AM

If anyone can help me I would really appreciate it. I have a 1999 Mustang GT Convertible with about 90K. The tranny/clutch is chattering like a mother and my mechanic told me that I need to replace the clutch. I have found a "Spec 3+ clutch and cobra flywheel with 6k miles $150" on Craigslist. Does anyone know if this would work in my car? Also, what are the advantages and disadvantages of going with this clutch and flywheel over replacing with an OEM or aftermarket?
Thanks and please forgive me if I am being stupid, I am new to this.

F8L GT · March 16th, 2010, 11:59 AM

that would be too much for your car and i believe the splines will not match from the cobra clutch to your replacement. I would suggest looking at the king cobra clutch. King cobra clutch will be like oem but have a little more holding power

Bryan1280 · March 16th, 2010, 12:39 PM

yeah, You are right. I just called the person selling it and I would need to replace the crank to use this setup. So what would be the best clutch and flywheel for the money and power of my car and budget? Keep in mind I DON'T plan on adding major power to the car.

F8L GT · March 16th, 2010, 01:02 PM

king cobra clutch. you could probably get by with just resurfacing your flywheel

kkent · April 30th, 2010, 04:08 PM

not to thread jack but i have a similar question im needing a new flywheel/clutch and ive noticed that my tranny makes a bad whinning noise in 1,2,3, gear. is that the flywheel? and if so should i resurface it or get a new one?? thanks

Everett · November 10th, 2010, 05:13 AM

always resurface the flywheel and i bought a centerforce dual friction and i am in love with it

Jimmyc206 · January 1st, 2011, 05:28 AM

How much rwhp does yours support Everett?

bigjohnstud4200 · January 1st, 2011, 05:42 AM

Originally Posted by F8L GT

king cobra clutch. you could probably get by with just resurfacing your flywheel

I installed a King Cobra about 10k ago.. nice pedal feel, excellent drive ability. I would suggest it as well.

Everett · January 1st, 2011, 07:47 AM

The dual-friction is good to 450,the dfx is hood to 650 if I remember correctly. I love this clutch. John force would be proud of my launches and it's the same pedal weight as oem and when I spray it doesn't slip at all. I don't recommend stuff,I figure that's what commercials are for but I will recommend this clutch all day long. And it was reasonably priced. 400 up here in Canada so I am gonna assume at least 30 % cheaper in the states

March 16th, 2010, 11:52 AM	#1
Bryan1280 Newbie Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 2 Blog Entries: 1 iTrader: 0 reviews	Clutch and Flywheel Upgrade If anyone can help me I would really appreciate it. I have a 1999 Mustang GT Convertible with about 90K. The tranny/clutch is chattering like a mother and my mechanic told me that I need to replace the clutch. I have found a "Spec 3+ clutch and cobra flywheel with 6k miles $150" on Craigslist. Does anyone know if this would work in my car? Also, what are the advantages and disadvantages of going with this clutch and flywheel over replacing with an OEM or aftermarket? Thanks and please forgive me if I am being stupid, I am new to this.

March 16th, 2010, 11:59 AM	#2
F8L GT !FACEPLATED! 2002 Mustang GT 7.84 @ 86.01 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Upper Michigan Posts: 12,917 iTrader: 13 reviews	that would be too much for your car and i believe the splines will not match from the cobra clutch to your replacement. I would suggest looking at the king cobra clutch. King cobra clutch will be like oem but have a little more holding power __________________ MM Bracket Racing Crew Co-Founder ~Its a Drag Car, Not a Show Car~ LINK-->Custom Race Transmission Build<--LINK

March 16th, 2010, 01:02 PM	#4
F8L GT !FACEPLATED! 2002 Mustang GT 7.84 @ 86.01 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Upper Michigan Posts: 12,917 iTrader: 13 reviews	king cobra clutch. you could probably get by with just resurfacing your flywheel __________________ MM Bracket Racing Crew Co-Founder ~Its a Drag Car, Not a Show Car~ LINK-->Custom Race Transmission Build<--LINK

November 10th, 2010, 05:13 AM	#6
Everett Hardcore Enthusiast 2000 gt Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Saskatoon Posts: 1,053 Blog Entries: 1 iTrader: 2 reviews	always resurface the flywheel and i bought a centerforce dual friction and i am in love with it __________________ Black and White Crew Crew Member # 3 centerforce dual friction,.100 shot freeflow exhaust,70mm accufab tb,professional products plenum, tri ax,3.90s amazing how fast you can go when the road never curves .....lighting up the Canadian prairie

January 1st, 2011, 07:47 AM	#9
Everett Hardcore Enthusiast 2000 gt Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Saskatoon Posts: 1,053 Blog Entries: 1 iTrader: 2 reviews	The dual-friction is good to 450,the dfx is hood to 650 if I remember correctly. I love this clutch. John force would be proud of my launches and it's the same pedal weight as oem and when I spray it doesn't slip at all. I don't recommend stuff,I figure that's what commercials are for but I will recommend this clutch all day long. And it was reasonably priced. 400 up here in Canada so I am gonna assume at least 30 % cheaper in the states __________________ Black and White Crew Crew Member # 3 centerforce dual friction,.100 shot freeflow exhaust,70mm accufab tb,professional products plenum, tri ax,3.90s amazing how fast you can go when the road never curves .....lighting up the Canadian prairie

March 16th, 2010, 12:39 PM	#3
Bryan1280 Newbie Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 2 Blog Entries: 1 iTrader: 0 reviews	yeah, You are right. I just called the person selling it and I would need to replace the crank to use this setup. So what would be the best clutch and flywheel for the money and power of my car and budget? Keep in mind I DON'T plan on adding major power to the car.

April 30th, 2010, 04:08 PM	#5
kkent Newbie Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 25 iTrader: 0 reviews	not to thread jack but i have a similar question im needing a new flywheel/clutch and ive noticed that my tranny makes a bad whinning noise in 1,2,3, gear. is that the flywheel? and if so should i resurface it or get a new one?? thanks

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