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How do I choose a new Clutch...

moosomoosoMember
I just yanked my '72s transaxle for a rebuild. In looking things over, a new clutch is in order. I like to run the canyons in Colorado, not drag race on Friday nights. I will probably never race it on a track (ok, only a little if I get the chance) so I don't think I need a $600 to $800 clutch.
Neither my wife nor I have had any problem with clutch effort, so while easier would be nice, it is not a major concern.
Is the clutch in the stock Pantera anything special? It looks pretty much like a stock 351C unit available at any quickie parts store. I'm willing to spend a little more than bottom feeder prices, but I'm more concerned with proper fit and normal longevity than I am in ultimate performance. I would sure appreciate any advice or experience you can give me.
Thanks, Mooso.
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D David (Guest)
I don't think you will find your clutch at Pepboys or Autozone. I wouldn't skimp on the clutch. Nothing worse than changing it again. Consider the extra money spent initially against having to do it again. Thats your time and money spent for 2 clutches versus one done with good components. PI and the other Pantera vendors have what you need. My .02
FYI, Ive got a Centerforce Dual friction. I like it.
bosswrenchbosswrenchMember
The Pantera clutch was in fact, special to the car. It is an 11" Long-type clutch with no centrifugal bob-weights on the 3 levers and a custom thinned disc. Other combinations of 'stock Ford' clutch will surely cause damage or allow the assembly to drag, causing transmission wear. If you're knowlegable & there's a major city near you, there may be a shop that rebuilds clutches so you can get your OEM unit freshened up. Or, I suggest contacting your favorite Pantera parts vendor for stuff that will fit and not damage the car. A 10-1/2" Centerforce clutch from a late Mustang will work well & be lighter on your foot than stock, but your stock flywheel will need to be re-drilled, or replaced as the size & bolt thtreads are both different in the Centerforce..
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