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Originally Posted by Bill Bess
HI EVERYBODY !
I have a 428 FE, with a Lakewood bellhousing and I want to install a boot to prevent junk from getting into the clutch.
SA says Lakewood doesn't make a rubber boot for the FE bellhousings, so I must make something else work or find one from another manufacture.
I know there are plenty of these bellhousings out there, so what is everyone doing to solve this problem?
The main reason I want use a boot is to keep unwanted objects (like small wrenches) from falling into that little square hole. 
Anyway, If you guys have any suggetions they will be greatly appreciated.
Best Regards, Bill  |
Bill, I have the same problem with my Lakewood housing. I purchased the OEM boot, and have cut out a small square of polished stainless large enough to cover the hole in the housing. Take a cutoff wheel and cut out a hole that will fit the rubber flange on the OEM boot, then drill and tap the housing to mount the piece of stainless over the hole and the fork. Walla!!!
I agree it probably isn't necessary to cover it, but it sure looks better and more finished than the opening with the fork sticking out of it. Just another one of the small details that separate the best cars from the nice cars.
Good luck, Bob