Thanks to all who responded! A few comments...
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Originally Posted by joyridin'
Luk makes many OEM clutches. Unfortunately, a few years ago, they transferred all their clutch production to Mexico. Not saying that is related to any problems, just an observation.
If it is a factory set-up with factory horsepower, it would work fine. Anything high performance needs a high performance clutch.
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The verbal history on the drivetrain is that it was taken from a 1989 Mustang GT and converted to carb. Other than being fitted with a standard Ford 9" Traction-Loc differential, the rest of the replica's drivetrain is factory stock to my understanding. When I had the clutch replaced it was not due to any malfunction, it was a pre-emptive strike to save money (the car was already on the lift and the tranny was already out) and to avoid having to deal with the clutch anytime in the near future. That 5.0 Windsor will smoke the tires across any intersection with just a push of the right foot, no need to abuse the clutch...but, then, at this time it is garaged because the BFG T/A's on the rear are 20 (!!!) years old. I am in the process of getting THAT taken care of.
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Originally Posted by 427sharpe
LuK--“Lamellen und Kupplungsbau”, or in English 'disc and clutch makers' is indeed a multinational with an extensive history. Assembly plants all over the world, and making clutches in Germany, USA, Hungary, Mexico and God knows where else. I have used them in many vehicles and never experienced a problem. They are one of the 3 largest OE driveline mfgs., as well as a dominant aftermarket supplier.
Anything clearly labeled LuK will be first quality, with my personal preference (prejudice??) USA or German built. Many aftermarket brands may say built by LuK..but leave out important details like exactly who supplied the specs the part was built to. LuK, like most mfgs., build multiple lines of product for customers based on price-point, with the customer deciding the specs.
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How could I tell where the clutch was made? I had the mechanic save the old clutch and the packaging for the LuK...is there somewhere on the packaging that I can find the info, or would it be stamped on the clutch items (hoping that's not the case)?
My limited experience with the new clutch is that it grabs quite quickly, compared to the factory Ford clutch...which is expected given the information from the mechanic and from those who responded to my post. The factory Ford clutch did not slip, but it did allow a bit more pedal travel before it "grabbed" the flywheel...no worries, I can get use to that, for sure!
All in all, I think there should be no problems...I don't abuse the drivetrain (yet!!!), it's a daily driver in good weather and a garage queen in bad weather.
I really appreciate all the info, folks...never having heard of that brand I was a bit suspicious that the mechanic had tried to line his pockets at my expense, but he had always dealt honestly with me and I am now convinced that he was honest with this transaction, too.
All's well that ends well...we'll see how this ends. I refuse to drive the vehicle on the roads until those 20 year old BFG's are replaced...that's the next step.
Cheers!
Dugly
