How to Mustang Clutch Installation (79-04 Fox Body & SN95) 

You know whats weird? I randomly play LMR videos just for sound. hearing it over and over really expands my knowledge and J Mac has a good voice for videos

Haven't done a Mustang clutch in a while and I forgot how easy they are to replace. Thanks for the video, needed this to refresh my memory.

It’s amazing how far LMR videos have come. I was taking a look through old install videos and now that I’m watching this. Great job guys. Next up you should show us how to install a roots style blower on a 05-10 mustang

ive no idea about cars or clutches, but this is just great to watch anyway

Take a look at your sandwich, if it’s been awhile since you made it. Better go ahead and replace it

and don't forget to reconnect your battery!

Just watched this 18 times to replace my throw out bearing. Thanks again for the videos guys. So helpful.

That's a lot of work. Mechanics got it tough.

This is a fantastic video. LMR. You are a gem to our community thank you, so much!

These videos have literally saved my ass over and over again !! Thanks again !!

When getting off the fly wheel bolts, I found that using a bolt on the fly wheel and a bolt in the bell housing bolt hole(bell housing is off), and then attaching a carabiner to both is the safest and most effective way to hold the fly wheel in place. You can then use both hands to remove the fly wheel bolts and hold the fly wheel when ready.

Really appreciate this video so much you have no idea, just blew out my 2nd gear in my 02 mustang gt and im a college student with a college budget so buying the parts is almost impossible so having it all installed isnt even in the question! Glad to say I hit subscribe the second this video was finished, I really appreciate it, nice video easy to follow showed everything plain and simple good quality, I'll surely recommend your channel to anyone into older cars like me. Thanks!

Clear, concise, well scripted and edited. Thanks for the help.

Thanks for the suggestions!!

Thank you for the video. It’s very very helpful to have. One of a kind. It can make people who have been working on their mustangs actually be able to keep track of every bolt needed as we all know they can get lost over time.

We will! Thanks for watching!

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Thanks! Hope you guys find it helpful.

Love this video just makes you want to do it as soon as the video ends thanks for the video bro keep it up

you can also pack the pilot bearing with grease and force it out hydraulically by taking the end of the centering tool, taking the handle off and giving it a couple of hits with a rubber mallet. I use an old input shaft now. works just as well.

Love these videos!

Damn that’s easier than I’m used to, just passed up on a nice 86 5.0 that needed this work done.

Very nice video. Thank you for the education.

This was the video u guys needed,great vid. Wow ACS Mclaren.

Thanks!!! We just hope our videos help!

Thanks!! You guys should do a video on the rear drums to disc brake kits. Seems like a lot.

A tip when putting the transmission back in. I had trouble and it kept trying to undo the throw out bearing. The solution? While trying to align the transmission have someone push the clutch in. This will grab the transmission and slide it in enough to tighten the bolts. Once the bolts are in you can tighten as recommended

This video just inspired me to become a Mechanical Engineer. TTU here I come.

Nevermind! There's no way I can do this alone! Gotta get a pro! 😥 Thx for showing me that I was about to bite off Waaaay more than I can chew! The charge for this procedure is well warranted now that I see what all is involved! 😦😯 Thx again, y'all! Much Respect 🤘⚜

Sweet Jesus,just did this to my '93 F150 and wish it was as easy as they say

Well done. Thank you.

watched this many times, thanks....installed everything new, pivot, fltwheel, clutch pack, transmission. ..the fork is bottoming out on the bellhousing, thoughts?

Great job

what kind of grease was used?

Good video dude

Thanks!

Great video! Love seeing some of these stock(ish) rebuilds. Also on an era of car you haven't had in the shop before. You should do this one back mostly stock with interior/exterior pieces and do videos like the red car and put the videos up...if it is yours to wrench on! :D

Just got all that installed but I paid a shop. Snaps could have done it myself. And I see there was no need to drain the transmission either. O well. I have to redo my rear drum brakes but I will attempt to tackle that one myself.

How high will I need to raise my SN95 so I can slide the trans out?

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I have a 87 mustang gt 5.0 and need help on taking apart the transmission.I need to change the Countershaft gear First speed gear Sicerenizers and bearings. Think you guys could post a video?

these guys are awesome.. Now if I only had the money to get what I need for my foxbody.. lol

I'm replacing the flywheel and clutch and it got it all back together, but when I go to put my transmission back on, it won't go all the way into the bearing. Please help.

I have a t5 out of an 84 mustang going into my 91 now I've already bought the flywheel and clutch kit what else should I get to know everything will fit right?

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Would I follow the same steps if i were installing a new transmission along with a new clutch?

What socket did you use for the flywheel

I’m trying to remove my stock clutch cable but it won’t get loose off the fork. How do I get it loose?

Just got my clutch replace and there's now a weird vibration in the car at idle. The clutch pedal also feels rough/gritty when depressing it. The car idle and pedal was butter smooth before install. What could be the issue?

Great video. Question, is the same for the sn95 v6 mustang?

Should the pressure plate cover touch flywheel when tight or would that be over tightening?

Should do the $2459.99 priced SVE 5-lug conversion kit video.

Can somebody tell me how hard this is to do (or differences) on the 2008 v8 mustang, since it has a hydraulic clutch? I have rebuilt clutches on motorcycles, never on a car with a hydraulic clutch.

I have a 2001 GT Mustang 4.6 I wonder what it's the size of my clutch disc I look in the internet and I found different sizes 10" 10.5" 11" and I don't know what size it's better for my GT

hey fantastic work and great video. I may do this in the future. Question! Can you guys do a video on how to remove and install a new transmission tailshaft bushing?!? I am very afraid of this. I replaced my rear seal on the tailshaft, but found out that I am exceeding the OEM limits on driveshaft movement (up/down wiggle). I looked at the yoke and realized that it was pretty worn down also...(smoothly though no scoring). How am I looking you think?? Thanks guys! 1989 5.0 GT with T5

I wasn't able to use my 85 flywheel with a 86 and up clutch. The bolt pattern wasn't the same. So I picked up a new flywheel.

Have an 87 LX with pivot ball stud issues and I've seen this video so many times... It almost looks too easy... Got me gathering all parts as ill be replacing the stud,fork,clutch kit,cable and will be adding a firewall adjuster. Can i use the asjuster with an non adjustable cable? Anything else i might be forgetting? Thanks in advance and thanks for the great walkthrough. And sorry for the noob questions. Subscribed!

Yes it is. The same steps apply. Give us a call if you have any questions. 1-866-507-8871

I have an 87 5.0 302 ho. I bought a fly wheel with a 50 Oz damping weight welded on it. Where should that 50 Oz weight be when the motor is at top dead center. I hear if the rotating assembly is not balanced it is bad for the engine.

Loving these how-to videos, watching every one I can even if I don't have that particular year model. Please keep up the good work and keep the videos coming. I'm learning a lot (and getting the confidence to tackle bigger jobs on my GT). Thanks!

FYI original transmission was probably from a v6 car had a much smaller pilot bearing on the end of the input shaft, are the Bell housings for a v6 nd v8 the same ??

Don't forget the T-45 crowd. That bell housing does not separate from the gearbox.

Great video, guys. I'm halfway through doing the clutch on my '89 LX 5.0 and this is what gave me the confidence to attempt it. I'm a little stumped over the pilot bearing, though. I found the slide hammer too you used, and it did what it was supposed to do when it comes to removing the center part of the bearing. However, there is very little for it to grab onto and I can't get the rest of the bearing out. Any ideas?

Dumb question for you guys: Is it possible to replace the throw out bearing without dropping the gearbox? Mine started rattling recently, and I'd love to avoid trying to go through the whole process if I can avoid it. Many thanks!

Thanks for the video! It was very informative. Do you where to get a flywheel cover for a 89 2.3 mustang? Thanks

Is the driveshaft orientation that important? I realized that I never marked the driveshaft before removing it and its way too late now because its sitting in my garage...

I noticed that there is no return spring on the clutch fork. Is there supposed to be one there?

Jesus this guy just wants you to spend hella money and replace everything, if your adjustable cable feels weird then replace it..... Hell no just adjust it

How tight should the cable be?

What you need to know he does not tell you! He has good information but does not tell you what you could overlook and cause you to blow your transmission. 1. Each crankshaft has a hole in rear for the pilot. Each crank has it own diameter bore which has a tolerance for the pilot bearing. The outside diameter has to be slightly larger by a few thousandths to fit tight. The inside diameter of the pilot bearing being too wide or too much in diameter will let the main shaft in the transmission wobble up and down if it does not fit tight to the mainshaft of the transmission given about ..003 at the max. Example: Dorman bearing: I.D. .680, MR52 and most of the Mustangs carry the .699 mainshaft. If you install the .680 onto that .699 shaft you will get out of balance due to a clutch disc rocking when you clutch it at any r.p.m. which will cause the shaft to wear on both ends and ruin the pilot also. Many companies will not give you the inside diameter or lie to you and you will install the wrong one. Check with Ford on the spec of your crankshaft and see for yourself. Auto Zone, O'Reilly's, Advance Auto conflicts on their applications selling different bearing specs. for the same engine, especially the 1989 Ford 5.0. The pilot hole outside diameter in my 1989 Ford 5.0 is 1.3689 and Dorman 14677 has their outside diameter at 1.378 which will be .0091 given me about 9 over, 4.5 on each side which will fit ok. But, the inside is too big at .680 on the Dorman 14677 and the Dorman 690-083-1 is alluded to be .0672 which is right to fit the .699 but Dorman sells it under part number 14677 which on the back of that pack it clearly states it is .680 causing the main shaft to wobble like hell and screw up trannys. Now, people, You have a better education on tolerances vs. what these companies sell. I just got one in from Pioneer which the box states that it was made for my 89 5.0, but when i checked the inside diameter it was .695 ---.669 to .695 is enough to screw up my 2000 dollar trans fix. O'reilly did not know the difference, but only sells the part, auto zone claimed they were the same but when i could show them the spec in front of their face all they could say was duh , i don't know. Advance said the same, and is selling a bearing that is 1.45 inch diameter for the bearing that goes into a 1.369 crank. Can you imagine beating that into the end of your crank? That bearing is National® - Clutch Pilot Bearing Part Number: FC65662 Line: BCA 1 year limited warranty UPC: 724956003792 Needle Bearing Detailed Description A full line of premium oil seals and bearings Premium bearing design matches OEM specifications Precision manufactured using premium steel grades for outstanding durability and performance Available in both caged design and full complement Additional Details Bore (In): 0.6733 Inch Bore (mm): 17.102mm Outside Diameter (In): 1.450 Inch Outside Diameter (mm): 36.83mm Width (In): 0.670 Inch Width (mm): 17.018mm I give up. Ford motor company technicians do not or cannot tell you the exact factory diameter of their end crank bore for the 5.0 neither have i seen it anywhere on any forum or site to explain it like i have. So, go blow your trans, disc, bearings, gearns and don't forget the pilot!

You guys are the best keep it up!

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So your telling me that a 84 Windsor engine has the same measurement flywheel and clutch a 10 inch correct ?

I have a 1977 fastback and the clutch has been changed and flywheel resurfaced but the pedal is extremely hard to press !! any thoughts or help would be very appreciated

I'm having a tough time getting the 2 upper transmission to bell housing bolts out. I just don't know how to get to them.

where to get a transmission tail shaft seal?

This was a great video! What is the recommended break in period?

BTW I imagine this is obvious. But when replacing the rear main seal I assume that you need to drain the oil?

Would I still be able to remove the transmission and the bell housing even if I have long tube headers still connected?

Well.... possible pan gasket and rear main forsure. Let's pull engine instead of laying under car and pulling transmission. Hoist would be nice

when pulling the transmission off the bell housing, i was only able to get it about 3/4" apart, then it got stuck. it looks like the throwout bearing is messed up pretty bad, and it seems stuck on the transmission shaft (every time i move the transmission, the clutch fork moves as well). do you have any tips to remedy this and get the transmission out? thanks

Replacing t5. Do I need or should I replace clutch. It was already done when bought car and feels fine.

Did you support the engine with an engine support bar, or is it not necessary?

So what about the T45/TR3650 guys? No removable bellhousing. At best this a 79-95 video

Do you guys carry spacer plates? Having a hard time finding one.

i got a 02 mustang v6 manual and when im going like 80 and try to shift to 5th gear it grinds and wont go into gear ,.only when im in 60 mph , what you guys think its the issue?

where did JMAC go? :/

Who's in Baton Rouge trying to make some money holding my beer while I change my clutch?

I noticed you pulled the transmission from the bell housing instead of leaving them together. Why did you do it this way?

Hey, what did you use to plug the back of the transmission?

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I just bought a clutch from you guys but my throw out bearing is hitting the pressure plate and not letting the fork move.... what did I do wrong

What assembly grease are you using on the pivot stud, TO bearing, input shaft, sleeve etc.? Do you put a dub in the pilot bearing?(new one came w/ some on it)

Factory calls for Dex/Merc ATF in T5 World Class transmissions, which a stock '92 fox will have.

after installing a new clutch set in my 99 mustang and got everything back together, the car isn't wanting to run right. could this be do to timing in the motor,

Can you tell me what size sockets were used

Okay so I have an 04 mustang v6 3.9 can I split the transmission from the bellhousing like you did in the video end of the rear main seal still come out that easy like in the video I was told you have to drop the oil pan I had mine done with xtd stage one I watch the guy do it most of it but now that everything was installed the pressure plate clutch plate pilot bearing throwout bearing I now have a bad vibration oh did I mention you left out the spacer plat

Wait really I've been wondering what i needed to upgrade to a 10.5 couch and they're easier to find I'm already switching my test end to an 88 w/3.27s so many sites kept saying i needed to change the flywheel that's crazy

Is there not a need to grease the cable?

Wow, I have to say You guys have done so many videos and have shown many people different or even just ways to complete certain jobs , and as much as I do appreciate helping people I sure have to say , Id think you'd like to be way more professional in the fact of cleanliness . I mean Damn dude my grandfather taught me at a very young age not to half ass a job and I sure have to say thats a lot of confidence you have just shoving a transmission that looks like its a demolition derby runner up car at the most ! Take your time next time and clean that crap , for either you or the next poor guy that gets under there to replace it again in 500 miles !