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#757176 06/24/2011 11:52 AM
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Hey Guys

What is the best way to buy a new clutch kit ? for my 1958 apache six
From a classic supplier or a car parts shop ?

thanks for the advise if you have any

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desert #757177 06/24/2011 12:02 PM
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Just my two cents worth when buying parts like a clutch (several options and sizes and cost). Once you remove the clutch components, I would take them to one of your local parts stores (I use NAPA) and let them order a kit exactly like the one you removed. That way, if the wrong part arrives, they will return it and get you the right one (no shipping charge). If you order and get the wrong part, you will have to pay shipping several times which can be a big chunk of the cost of the part. It's always nice to be able to compare the part you have with the new one before you pay.


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Although I have a 53 chevy, I went to schucks/O'reilleys/checker whatever they are calling theirselves now days it was only $140 has everything, throwout bearing, bushings, alignment tool. Seemed fair to me

desert #757303 06/24/2011 9:35 PM
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Why are there so many sizes ?
I have a 9 1/2 inch plate in my 1/2 ton truck .

Is it wize to keep it that way ?
Or can i better go to a bigger like 11 inch ?
Only highway use

Are fly wheels interchangeble or only for the one engine axle ?


desert #757734 06/26/2011 7:48 PM
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I used Ft Wayne clutch, up in Ft Wayne, IND. had problems ordering one from Oreilly, though they tried hard..and the one they ordered was made in China. Good service and fast shipping from Ft Wayne, plus they told me there are no "foreign" parts in their shop. and they can also rebuild anything.. Pricewise, about the same as Oreilly Auto


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