Hi Everyone,
My question is about replacing the clutch and if you have to follow the Ford's Service Manual guide on completely removing the subframe? Can you drop out the transmission to replace the clutch and flywheel without removing the subframe?
It seems like there is enough room to skip that step so I wanted to ask those who have done it before. Haven't seen any videos after searching online on a clutch replacement so I'll see I can put one together when I do.
Also, do you need to use that large Ford motor support for the transmission removal? Can you get by with just supporting the motor with a jack stand?
I've been starting to get clutch chatter when I release the clutch somewhat quickly in 1st and 2nd gear (and other higher gears sometimes). It's kind of a loud metal "Bang" almost every time I release the clutch quickly and am applying power. I was thinking initially it was the RMM so I replaced it with a Cobb RMM and that didn't fix it. My other potential suspect was the bushing atop of the strut mount on the passenger side (sounds like it is coming from there) but after I did a bunch of clutch releases from stop the "Bang" seems to happen regardless of how the car is positioned (hill, turned, etc).
I wouldn't be surprised if my clutch is worn out from the way I drive it. I'm about to be on my 3rd brake change before 40k miles. However, my brake fluid is a bit low right now so after I do the brakes I'll see if it goes away (maybe just a low fluid hydraulic issue, but ill see).
Thanks all,
My question is about replacing the clutch and if you have to follow the Ford's Service Manual guide on completely removing the subframe? Can you drop out the transmission to replace the clutch and flywheel without removing the subframe?
It seems like there is enough room to skip that step so I wanted to ask those who have done it before. Haven't seen any videos after searching online on a clutch replacement so I'll see I can put one together when I do.
Also, do you need to use that large Ford motor support for the transmission removal? Can you get by with just supporting the motor with a jack stand?
I've been starting to get clutch chatter when I release the clutch somewhat quickly in 1st and 2nd gear (and other higher gears sometimes). It's kind of a loud metal "Bang" almost every time I release the clutch quickly and am applying power. I was thinking initially it was the RMM so I replaced it with a Cobb RMM and that didn't fix it. My other potential suspect was the bushing atop of the strut mount on the passenger side (sounds like it is coming from there) but after I did a bunch of clutch releases from stop the "Bang" seems to happen regardless of how the car is positioned (hill, turned, etc).
I wouldn't be surprised if my clutch is worn out from the way I drive it. I'm about to be on my 3rd brake change before 40k miles. However, my brake fluid is a bit low right now so after I do the brakes I'll see if it goes away (maybe just a low fluid hydraulic issue, but ill see).
Thanks all,