What Clutch should I order?

Discussion in 'U-shift em' started by tubecatgs, Jun 9, 2017.

  1. tubecatgs

    tubecatgs Finally a 4 speed......

    1972 Buick 350 4 barrel in the machine shop for a mild build and hope to end up between 275 and 300HP when done. Car was originally a 3 on the tree manual car with the 175 HP motor. it now has a Muncie M20 (not a fine spline)

    The clutch that was in it measured about 10 3/8 inches. It seems all the clutch kits I see measure 10.5 or 11 inches.

    Its not a high performance car, I might maybe spin the tires once in a while but mainly cruise nights and getting ice cream with the kids.

    Ebay has clutch kits from $75 to the sky is the limit. Can I find a good moderately priced kit for $100-$150 that will meet my needs and should it be a 10.5, 10 3/8 or 11 inches etc.

    Any links or exact model numbers would be greatly appreciated. Thanks a bunch as always!
     
  2. 71gs3504sp

    71gs3504sp Well-Known Member

    I went with a stock acdelco clutch, easy on your left leg and shifting is like butter!
     
  3. tubecatgs

    tubecatgs Finally a 4 speed......

    Thanks. Do you remember what size it was?
     
  4. dan zepnick

    dan zepnick Well-Known Member

    Centerforce for me.like it alot.no worries when you put the pedal down!!
     
  5. flynbuick

    flynbuick Guest

    Centerforce Dual Friction is a good choice.
     
  6. agetnt9

    agetnt9 Agetnt9 (Dan)

    Centerforce 10.5 dual friction will do ya fine.
     
  7. tubecatgs

    tubecatgs Finally a 4 speed......

    Great, thanks all!
     
  8. hugger

    hugger Well-Known Member

    I like RAM myself
     
  9. BrianTrick

    BrianTrick Brian Trick

    I have ran or installed pretty much everything,and I don't really have any negatives about any,but the majority of them have been Centerforce,and my own cars have Centerforce.There are a few different levels,and far as grip,pedal pressure,etc. I always get at least one step up from stock,even for a resto or stock car.
     
  10. tubecatgs

    tubecatgs Finally a 4 speed......

  11. BillA

    BillA Well-Known Member

    That same clutch disc is available at Summit for $105. That particular part number is for a 26 spline input shaft though.
     
  12. tubecatgs

    tubecatgs Finally a 4 speed......

    Thanks. Forgot about the input shaft I need a 10 spline. I ordered a kit from Summit. Haven't looked yet but any tips on installing the clutch and new throw out bearing? Engine/trans still out of the car.... Never done it before. Thanks all!
     
  13. 87GN_70GS

    87GN_70GS Well-Known Member

    Should be as straightforward as your removal process. Disc goes in one way, its marked. May want to check pilot bushing for wear, if you replace it make sure it fits the shaft and the hole. May want to check flywheel surface, may need to be machined
     
  14. tubecatgs

    tubecatgs Finally a 4 speed......

    Just for reference I installed the RAM a few months ago and has a great feel.. not too much pressure...works great!
     
  15. alain

    alain Well-Known Member

    :)Just my 2 cents I would go with a Center Force clutch;)
    Alain:cool:
     

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