Clutch selection for 305 w/ T56
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Car: 88 GTA/86 C20 Burb/91 325i
Engine: L98/454/M20
Transmission: 700R4/NV4500/Getrag
Axle/Gears: 3.27 9-bolt/3.73 14 Bolt/3.73 IRS
Clutch selection for 305 w/ T56
Hello All,
I'm getting ready to do a major overhaul to my bird this spring, part of which includes a T56 transmission. I've got the complete setup minus the clutch, which leaves me wondering. I've tried doing a search, but most people seem to be going overkill compared to what I'll need here.
I was looking at the following two clutches:
ACDELCO Part # 381291 ($322)
RAM CLUTCH Part # 88516 ($355)
Does anyone have any input, or any other suggestions in the $300-$400 or less range?
It'll have 3.73 gears, factory Lt1 flywheel, and the factory 305 short block with Trick Flow 305 heads, Comp XR258 HR-12 cam, and Edelbrock Performer RPM intake. Car is a 1987 Formula WS6 that weighs in just a bit over 3100 lbs.
Thanks a million,
-Levi
I'm getting ready to do a major overhaul to my bird this spring, part of which includes a T56 transmission. I've got the complete setup minus the clutch, which leaves me wondering. I've tried doing a search, but most people seem to be going overkill compared to what I'll need here.
I was looking at the following two clutches:
ACDELCO Part # 381291 ($322)
RAM CLUTCH Part # 88516 ($355)
Does anyone have any input, or any other suggestions in the $300-$400 or less range?
It'll have 3.73 gears, factory Lt1 flywheel, and the factory 305 short block with Trick Flow 305 heads, Comp XR258 HR-12 cam, and Edelbrock Performer RPM intake. Car is a 1987 Formula WS6 that weighs in just a bit over 3100 lbs.
Thanks a million,
-Levi
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Car: 1985 Camaro Z28, VIN F
Engine: 427 sbc, HSR
Transmission: T-56, self rebuilt 700+ hp
Axle/Gears: Moser 12bolt, 3.42 trutrac
Re: Clutch selection for 305 w/ T56
Just get a stock replacement PP/clutch from your local parts store.. $200.. No reason to do more..
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Car: 89 formula
Engine: 305tpi
Transmission: t-56
Axle/Gears: ford 9" 4.11s
Re: Clutch selection for 305 w/ T56
yea i agree just go with the stock replacment, thats all i use in my car and it holds up to some 1.5s 60fts
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Car: 88 GTA/86 C20 Burb/91 325i
Engine: L98/454/M20
Transmission: 700R4/NV4500/Getrag
Axle/Gears: 3.27 9-bolt/3.73 14 Bolt/3.73 IRS
Re: Clutch selection for 305 w/ T56
So, something like this bad boy from autozone?
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/cat...&parentId=12-0
Seems great to me. I'm kind of new to this manual transmission thing, what do I need to look for when sourcing a used flywheel? Heat marks, etc?
Thanks,
-Levi
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/cat...&parentId=12-0
Seems great to me. I'm kind of new to this manual transmission thing, what do I need to look for when sourcing a used flywheel? Heat marks, etc?
Thanks,
-Levi
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Car: 88 GTA/86 C20 Burb/91 325i
Engine: L98/454/M20
Transmission: 700R4/NV4500/Getrag
Axle/Gears: 3.27 9-bolt/3.73 14 Bolt/3.73 IRS
Re: Clutch selection for 305 w/ T56
Would this be an acceptable flywheel to use? Brand new, shouldn't have any issues.
http://www.napaonline.com/Search/Det...012044+3999999
http://www.napaonline.com/Search/Det...012044+3999999
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Car: 1985 Camaro Z28, VIN F
Engine: 427 sbc, HSR
Transmission: T-56, self rebuilt 700+ hp
Axle/Gears: Moser 12bolt, 3.42 trutrac
Re: Clutch selection for 305 w/ T56
So, something like this bad boy from autozone?
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/cat...&parentId=12-0
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/cat...&parentId=12-0
Seems great to me. I'm kind of new to this manual transmission thing, what do I need to look for when sourcing a used flywheel? Heat marks, etc?
Would this be an acceptable flywheel to use? Brand new, shouldn't have any issues.
http://www.napaonline.com/Search/Det...012044+3999999
Would this be an acceptable flywheel to use? Brand new, shouldn't have any issues.
http://www.napaonline.com/Search/Det...012044+3999999
NAPA's web site doesn't let you link, but I assume it's a stock replacement LT1 flywheel which should work with your 1pc RMS block.
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Car: 88 GTA/86 C20 Burb/91 325i
Engine: L98/454/M20
Transmission: 700R4/NV4500/Getrag
Axle/Gears: 3.27 9-bolt/3.73 14 Bolt/3.73 IRS
Re: Clutch selection for 305 w/ T56
Would it be worth chipping in the extra money for an aluminum flywheel, or would I notice any difference at all? I see the steel can be had for around $100 while the aluminum runs $400-$500. Any input?
-Levi
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Car: 1985 Camaro Z28, VIN F
Engine: 427 sbc, HSR
Transmission: T-56, self rebuilt 700+ hp
Axle/Gears: Moser 12bolt, 3.42 trutrac
Re: Clutch selection for 305 w/ T56
IMHO, leave the alum FWs on the track and stick with steel for street/strip. I have an aluminum behind my 427 and regret it everyday I drive on the street...
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Car: 88 GTA/86 C20 Burb/91 325i
Engine: L98/454/M20
Transmission: 700R4/NV4500/Getrag
Axle/Gears: 3.27 9-bolt/3.73 14 Bolt/3.73 IRS
Re: Clutch selection for 305 w/ T56
Looks like I've found a resurfaced billet flywheel and new Autozone brand clutch for $200. Guy bought them and then never used 'em. Think that'll work?
-Levi
-Levi
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