Clutch.. Yes again

[14GT5HUNDRED]

I know there are many "What is the best clutch" threads. I have 1800 miles and my factory clutch is slipping like crazy. I have Ford ESP and it will cover it , my issue is I don't want another factory one. I have read the threads. I keep seeing post from center force. It looks interesting but never many details specific to our cars. What I am looking for

1. A clutch to handle factory or a little bit more
2. Easy installation, no shimming or replacing factory cylinders, basically a unbolt and bolt back up
3. Close to factory feel as possible

Are these things even possible. I have new tires and it is hooking now but the slipping is more obvious. I would like to do the install myself. I don't trust dealers and I want to install my shifter at the same time. This is why I am looking for a clutch that is basically a factory replacement.

Center force if you post in here please go into specifics rather than leaving platitudes and a video.

Thanks for any input

 

[07 Black Beauty]

What mods do you have or have planned? My stock clutch is still holding @ 33,000 w/ mods.

 

[14GT5HUNDRED]

What mods do you have or have planned? My stock clutch is still holding @ 33,000 w/ mods.

I have no mods. Other than the Toyo Tires. I don't know why my clutch took a dump. I don't have any planned. I like the car as is. After reading about some others issues I think I will keep it that way

 

[MovingZen]

Let Ford replace it for free imo. You can always pay for one down the road. I'm at 25k miles and original clutch.

 

[14GT5HUNDRED]

Let Ford replace it for free imo. You can always pay for one down the road. I'm at 25k miles and original clutch.

I may do that. I know some may feel it is driver error. I don't think so.. I have driven manual cars a long time and know the proper techniques. I have had issues sometimes starting with the 3:31 gears but never had any burning of the clutch. I just notice it more I guess now that the tires actually hook. maybe it has always slipped

 

[07 Black Beauty]

If I was paying for it I would go aftermarket but since you have an ESP and don't plan on modding I would let Ford replace it.

 

[14GT5HUNDRED]

If I was paying for it I would go aftermarket but since you have an ESP and don't plan on modding I would let Ford replace it.

Yeah that may be best.. I have a great dealer for service.. but I have trust issues when it comes to my GT500 ..

If people don't mind.. I would still like to hear info about the clutch options incase I want to just do the upgrade

 

[phil123]

Mine stock clutch lasted about 25K and they replaced under warranty. New one has 2 or 3K now and feels much better than the original, lower engagement and not as stiff. Unless you are going to do a lot of modding why not give a free replacement a try.

 

[Speedboosted]

RXT, but I don't know if I still like it. Some drive awesome, some don't. Spec is another option, my boss has experience with those and he's on the fence. I think he prefers my RXT but his Spec is rated for more. I'd just have the dealer replace it with a better factory part

 

[14GT5HUNDRED]

RXT, but I don't know if I still like it. Some drive awesome, some don't. Spec is another option, my boss has experience with those and he's on the fence. I think he prefers my RXT but his Spec is rated for more. I'd just have the dealer replace it with a better factory part

I have read about the RXT.. question about that one for me is.. does it require a slave cylinder replacement or is it a direct replacement. I am trying to find out what clutch is least invasive as far as just putting a clutch in and not having to replace anything other than the clutch and flywheel.

 

[railroad]

I have no mods. Other than the Toyo Tires. I don't know why my clutch took a dump. I don't have any planned. I like the car as is. After reading about some others issues I think I will keep it that way

Do you have the over ride spring removed.

 

[14GT5HUNDRED]

Do you have the over ride spring removed.

No I have not.. What is the benefit of that?

 

[07 Black Beauty]

No I have not.. What is the benefit of that?

From what I've read it makes the clutch a little stiffer but more predictable w/ engagement.

 

[Norton]

Do you have the over ride spring removed.

No I have not.. What is the benefit of that?

From what I've read it makes the clutch a little stiffer but more predictable w/ engagement.

I haven't heard it called an "over ride spring" before but, assuming that's what most refer to as a clutch assist spring, 07 Black Beauty is spot-on. There are a number of threads/posts regarding the (potential) benefits of removal and the process to do so. Here are several...
http://www.svtperformance.com/forum...-Helper-Spring-Thoughts-and-Technical-Details
http://www.svtperformance.com/forum...a-wot-pull&p=12785415&viewfull=1#post12785415
http://www.svtperformance.com/forums/showthread.php?934457-Remove-quot-Helper-quot-Spring-or-Not
http://www.svtperformance.com/forums/showthread.php?938675-Clutch-Shift-Assist-Spring
http://www.svtperformance.com/forum...-Guide-To-Taking-The-Clutch-Assist-Spring-Off
http://www.svtperformance.com/forums/showthread.php?960247-Removed-clutch-assist-spring-today
http://www.svtperformance.com/forum...me-of-you-taking-the-clutch-assist-spring-out

 

[14GT5HUNDRED]

I haven't heard it called an "over ride spring" before but, assuming that's what most refer to as a clutch assist spring, 07 Black Beauty is spot-on. There are a number of threads/posts regarding the (potential) benefits of removal and the process to do so. Here are several...
http://www.svtperformance.com/forum...-Helper-Spring-Thoughts-and-Technical-Details
http://www.svtperformance.com/forum...a-wot-pull&p=12785415&viewfull=1#post12785415
http://www.svtperformance.com/forums/showthread.php?934457-Remove-quot-Helper-quot-Spring-or-Not
http://www.svtperformance.com/forums/showthread.php?938675-Clutch-Shift-Assist-Spring
http://www.svtperformance.com/forum...-Guide-To-Taking-The-Clutch-Assist-Spring-Off
http://www.svtperformance.com/forums/showthread.php?960247-Removed-clutch-assist-spring-today
http://www.svtperformance.com/forum...me-of-you-taking-the-clutch-assist-spring-out

Thanks.. Ill get to reading

 

[H-TownMachI]

Just got my test drive in for my RXT sprung hub clutch. Drives like stock no chatter whatsoever. If you do go aftermarket I would seriously look at this clutch. You use your factory flywheel and slave. I changed out my pilot and slave while in there though.