96 Mustang Clutch option

Kramer · March 17th, 2011, 02:55 AM

Hey guys! I have been reading everywhere I could but nothing really answered my question about a clutch. I bought a 96 mustang w/ 200K miles on it. It runs great. I know its alot of miles. Anyways, the clutch is going out. So I have a low miles 4.2 from my buddies rear end wrecked F150 and im going to supercharge it. Anyways, because of work/school etc. it will be a couple months before I can swap engines, and I need a couple more parts for the 4.2 anyways. So here is the real question, I am thinking about a stage 3 Clutch for the stang, but can I swap the clutch while it is still the 3.8 N/A engine and brake it in? Or wait till I can do it all at once? What would Happen if I put the Stage 3 in now? Do I really need a stage 3 or just 2? This car is going to be my DD. Thanks

SALEEN961 · March 17th, 2011, 02:59 AM

What are your future plans for this car that make you think you'd need a stage 2 or 3 clutch?

Kramer · March 17th, 2011, 03:05 AM

Mostly a Daily Driver, some drag time because I live right next to Pacific Raceways.

SALEEN961 · March 17th, 2011, 03:07 AM

I've been running this clutch in my car and with a pretty much stock V6 I can chirp the tires in 3rd with 245's out back. This clutch is fairly aggressive and on the cheaper side for an aftermarket clutch with some holding power. I don't know how mcuh power it's supposed to hold, but I also don't know how much power your trying to make so I'll just throw it out there as an option.

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Kramer · March 17th, 2011, 03:17 AM

If thats all I need than great! Im looking for ~300HP and ~375 Torque. We will see when its done and dynoed. But there is also stuff like this out there F1 RACING COMPLETE STAGE 3 PERFORMANCE RACE CLUTCH KIT - eBay (item 160499068605 end time Mar-26-11 15:25:07 PDT) I know it says Horsepower Rating: 550 HP / Torque Capacity: 478 ft/lbs but better safe then sorry?

SALEEN961 · March 17th, 2011, 03:23 AM

If your looking for something with some extra holding power just in case I'd go with something like this RAM clutch. I have no experience with ebay F1 clutchs but RAM has a good reputation and like you said, better safe then sorry.

RAM Powergrip Clutch (94-04 V6) at AmericanMuscle.com - Free Shipping!

Kramer · March 17th, 2011, 03:33 AM

Thats great too. I just need some of the experience side of it. I can read forums and how to's all day long, but its nothing like getting out there and driving it yourself. If the Stage 2 will work fine im all for that.

SALEEN961 · March 17th, 2011, 03:43 AM

I know what you mean, I wish there were more mustang guys around me so I could go for a ride in thier cars to see if I like a mod or part before I spend a few hundred on it to put it on my car and see if if I like it.

robb15033 · March 17th, 2011, 08:04 AM

And I went with a SPEC Clutch and Flywheel. It has been a great driving experience since day one. I don't know anything about F1 either but if you can get your hands on something like a RAM, SPEC, Centerforce or a manufacturer that is commonly used in our cars you will be real happy you did for a long time.

Kramer · March 17th, 2011, 11:45 AM

Thats great. I would much rather use something known and trusted over something just cheap. Im all for saving money on parts but not at the sacrifice of performance and reliability.

March 17th, 2011, 02:55 AM	#1
Kramer Regular 1996 Mustang Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 57 iTrader: 0 reviews	96 Mustang Clutch option Hey guys! I have been reading everywhere I could but nothing really answered my question about a clutch. I bought a 96 mustang w/ 200K miles on it. It runs great. I know its alot of miles. Anyways, the clutch is going out. So I have a low miles 4.2 from my buddies rear end wrecked F150 and im going to supercharge it. Anyways, because of work/school etc. it will be a couple months before I can swap engines, and I need a couple more parts for the 4.2 anyways. So here is the real question, I am thinking about a stage 3 Clutch for the stang, but can I swap the clutch while it is still the 3.8 N/A engine and brake it in? Or wait till I can do it all at once? What would Happen if I put the Stage 3 in now? Do I really need a stage 3 or just 2? This car is going to be my DD. Thanks

March 17th, 2011, 08:04 AM	#9
robb15033 Regular 1997 Mustang 3.8 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 216 iTrader: 0 reviews	And I went with a SPEC Clutch and Flywheel. It has been a great driving experience since day one. I don't know anything about F1 either but if you can get your hands on something like a RAM, SPEC, Centerforce or a manufacturer that is commonly used in our cars you will be real happy you did for a long time. __________________ '97 3.8 MODIFIED

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March 17th, 2011, 02:59 AM	#2
SALEEN961 Regular 1999 V6 Mustang Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Wayne, PA 19087 Posts: 272 iTrader: 0 reviews	What are your future plans for this car that make you think you'd need a stage 2 or 3 clutch?

March 17th, 2011, 03:05 AM	#3
Kramer Regular 1996 Mustang Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 57 iTrader: 0 reviews	Mostly a Daily Driver, some drag time because I live right next to Pacific Raceways.

March 17th, 2011, 03:07 AM	#4
SALEEN961 Regular 1999 V6 Mustang Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Wayne, PA 19087 Posts: 272 iTrader: 0 reviews	I've been running this clutch in my car and with a pretty much stock V6 I can chirp the tires in 3rd with 245's out back. This clutch is fairly aggressive and on the cheaper side for an aftermarket clutch with some holding power. I don't know how mcuh power it's supposed to hold, but I also don't know how much power your trying to make so I'll just throw it out there as an option. Zoom Performance Products 30000 Series American Muscle Car Performance Clutch Sets

March 17th, 2011, 03:17 AM	#5
Kramer Regular 1996 Mustang Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 57 iTrader: 0 reviews	If thats all I need than great! Im looking for ~300HP and ~375 Torque. We will see when its done and dynoed. But there is also stuff like this out there F1 RACING COMPLETE STAGE 3 PERFORMANCE RACE CLUTCH KIT - eBay (item 160499068605 end time Mar-26-11 15:25:07 PDT) I know it says Horsepower Rating: 550 HP / Torque Capacity: 478 ft/lbs but better safe then sorry?

March 17th, 2011, 03:23 AM	#6
SALEEN961 Regular 1999 V6 Mustang Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Wayne, PA 19087 Posts: 272 iTrader: 0 reviews	If your looking for something with some extra holding power just in case I'd go with something like this RAM clutch. I have no experience with ebay F1 clutchs but RAM has a good reputation and like you said, better safe then sorry. RAM Powergrip Clutch (94-04 V6) at AmericanMuscle.com - Free Shipping!

March 17th, 2011, 03:33 AM	#7
Kramer Regular 1996 Mustang Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 57 iTrader: 0 reviews	Thats great too. I just need some of the experience side of it. I can read forums and how to's all day long, but its nothing like getting out there and driving it yourself. If the Stage 2 will work fine im all for that.

March 17th, 2011, 03:43 AM	#8
SALEEN961 Regular 1999 V6 Mustang Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Wayne, PA 19087 Posts: 272 iTrader: 0 reviews	I know what you mean, I wish there were more mustang guys around me so I could go for a ride in thier cars to see if I like a mod or part before I spend a few hundred on it to put it on my car and see if if I like it.

March 17th, 2011, 11:45 AM	#10
Kramer Regular 1996 Mustang Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 57 iTrader: 0 reviews	Thats great. I would much rather use something known and trusted over something just cheap. Im all for saving money on parts but not at the sacrifice of performance and reliability.

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