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Old 01-04-2004, 06:16 PM
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Gerry,

First, what type of bell housing/clutch fork combo is in your car now? Cable release stuff as used on later Mustangs require a "pull" type cable, i.e. the clutch fork is pulled towards the front of the car to release the clutch engagement. Early model Mustangs like you mention use mechanical linkage and a 'bell crank' to push the clutch fork toward the rear.

Either foward or rear ward release is possible with external hydraulic slave cylinders. Some fabrication is usually required to mount the slave so that it pushes or pulls in a straight lline..... if it's off a few degrees, it will wear out prematurely.

Brake and clutch pedal assemblies are available from Wilwood and Tilton (and some others), with either single or dual brake master cylinders. They also come in different mounting configurations. Visit their web sites to see what you need.

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