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#62780 07/09/2006 5:20 AM | Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 424 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 424 | On my '58 I'm doing a 6 cylinder to 283 V8 conversion and I'm keeping the same trans. I have a 55-59 V8 bellhousing but I'm looking for the correct flywheel. I believe the original would take a 10" clutch, is that correct? Is a passenger car flywheel the same as 1/2 ton pickup? Anyone know what interchanges? What about tooth count?
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#62781 07/09/2006 5:40 AM | Joined: Feb 2002 Posts: 12,029 Cruising in the Passing Lane | | Cruising in the Passing Lane Joined: Feb 2002 Posts: 12,029 | I'm sure there were different ones offered, like 10, 10.5 and 11, and yes, the car and truck should interchange if both had standard trans - someone might have a parts book to say for sure, but I think the flywheel will be the same up into the 350 years, and the starters are all interchangeable, so teeth will be the same
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#62782 07/09/2006 7:32 PM | Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 424 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 424 | Thanks Bill, I have an opportunity to pick up a flywheel. The fellow has two, one for an 11" clutch and one for a 10.5". Does anyone know, will an 11" clutch fit with my factory bellhousing, clutch fork, etc.? Or does it make a difference. I'd like to go with the 11" if it will clear everything.
Chevy Duty lists clutches but only 10" or 11", no 10.5". hmmmm...
I just found out that the 10"" clutch was usually used with my 3 spd, Is there any reason why I couldn't go with the 11"? | | |
#62783 07/10/2006 2:55 AM | Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 926 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 926 | I've always run an 11 inch clutch on my trucks;there's plenty of room for the lower bolts.The 11 incher has been available for a long time in pretty near all GM's cars and trucks,and for my money it's worthwhile to go with the biggest clutch I can get.(I know-it's overkill,but if it makes the difference between having enough grip or not,even once,it's paid for itself.) BTW-my parts man tells me an LUK 12" diaphragm clutch will fit anywhere an 11" will,and is less money. The part # he gave me is 04-064.$148.13-Complete kit. Might be worth a look.
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#62784 07/10/2006 3:04 AM | Joined: Feb 2002 Posts: 12,029 Cruising in the Passing Lane | | Cruising in the Passing Lane Joined: Feb 2002 Posts: 12,029 | the red58 has an 11", all works fine - throwout fork is the same for all, as is bellhouse
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#62785 07/10/2006 4:33 AM | Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 424 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 424 | Thanks you guys! I've certainly received a lot of help here is the last few days. I sure appreciate it.
rfs58trk (Fred), a check is in the mail to you for that clutch fork. Thanks again for your help. I may be calling you again sometime for more advice as long as you don't mind. | | |
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