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V8JR

01-13-2015 @ 9:27 PM

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Can the clutch disk be installed either way against the flywheel or is there a specific orientation. 1940 Ford with 59AB. Thanks, V8JR

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01-14-2015 @ 4:23 AM

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The clutch plate is directional. The longer side of the center hub toward the pressure plate. They may be stamped in the metal around the hub as to which side is correct.

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01-14-2015 @ 5:08 AM

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Hope you bought a good clutch assembly ,like from "Fort Wayne Clutch" ,not one of these China made junk ones that start slipping within 6 mths. ken ct.

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01-14-2015 @ 8:35 AM

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Be sure to block the pressure plate fingers to keep pressure off of the disc when installing and tightening the pressure plate. This will prevent warping the pressure plate and make it easier to align the disc.

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01-14-2015 @ 1:51 PM

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Agree with all the comments and note that after taking TomO's advice on Fort Wayne Clutch (echoed by ken ct above) as well as the installation suggestion Tom makes all my clutch probs were resolved. Smooth as silk, buttery feel and rock solid engagement every since install. Everyone's comments above are on the mark.

Steve

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01-16-2015 @ 5:52 PM

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Thanks guys - I'll put the advice to good use

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01-17-2015 @ 2:40 PM

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I have a new clutch from Fort Wayne Clutch. I am not sure I need it yet.

As for the installation: I was told by some smart Ford People whose judgment I trust that I should not install the new clutch unless it is balanced as a unit with the flywheel (resurfaced if needed). What is the real dope on this? Can I just install the new clutch on the flywheel as is or does the clutch need to be balanced as a unit with the flywheel? Thanks.

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01-17-2015 @ 3:52 PM

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Donno,my FWC was NOT balanced with the flywheel and no problems so far in 6 yrs and FW was not resurfaced either. ken ct omo.

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01-17-2015 @ 4:36 PM

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Ken,
I hate to pick on you but you say no problems with your F T Wayne clutch in the last 6 years. Now, yes or no, have you driven your car in the last 6 years??
John

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01-17-2015 @ 10:57 PM

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Yea John, I drove it steady almost daily for approx. 3 yrs before I had to lay it up for the past 3 yrs. Put like 15,000 mi on it in that time.Is that enough miles for you. ken ct.

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