Correct throwout fork?

tj61 · #1 (**permalink**) 11-10-2003, 05:36 PM

I have aC8AZ-B fitting to hold the fork and a McLeod p/n 16100 throwout bearing, but the C80Z-D throwout fork does not fit, it is too large a diameter for the throwout bearing and does not fit into the fitting attaching it to the bellhousing. Does anyone know the correct fork and where I can find it?
Thanks
Tom
tj61@juno.com

surfer44 · #2 (**permalink**) 11-10-2003, 05:45 PM

What is the diameter center to center of your throwout fork. I have two I bought off EBAY.

tj61 · #3 (**permalink**) 11-10-2003, 06:31 PM

The C80Z-D fork is about 2" diameter and 10.5" center to center. The throwout bearing (McLeod) is about 1" 5/8" OD (no calipers, just eyeball). Either one of these ring a bell?
Thanks
Tom

surfer44 · #4 (**permalink**) 11-11-2003, 06:09 AM

Also look in my gallery I added more angles. The top one uses a clip and the bootm one uses a pin for mounting.

tj61 · #5 (**permalink**) 11-11-2003, 10:42 AM

The top one with the clip is the one I need, only for a smaller diameter fork. Neither one in the photos look correct.

I appreciate the help and photos, seems nothing will be easy with this build....

I wonder if I can use a late model mustang fork? I am making another trip to the parts store this afternoon.

surfer44 · #6 (**permalink**) 11-11-2003, 11:07 AM

AMEN!
All I can tell you is the throwout bearing that would fit mine was 1970 Ford truck. GOOD LUCK!

Clois Harlan · #7 (**permalink**) 11-11-2003, 11:21 AM

Tom,

I appologize if I overlooked your set up but I didn't see it so what engine and transmission are you running. I have both small block and big block forks at home that I didn't use.

Clois

tj61 · #8 (**permalink**) 11-11-2003, 06:15 PM

Sorry, I have a 390 with a Lakewood scattershield and Tremec TKO. I appreciate your persistance!

I got the flywheel back and it resurfaced great, A minor victory at last!