Superior 8.5" Organic Clutch Kit | 1960-1966 Ford 170-200ci | T5 Conversion
Key Features
- Complete clutch system engineered for T5 5-speed conversions behind Ford 170-200ci inline-six engines
- Custom .590" ID pilot bushing designed specifically for Ford 4-cylinder T5 input shaft geometry
- 8.5" deep dish 3-finger pressure plate provides smooth engagement and progressive pedal feel
- 10-spline x 1-1/16" organic/organic clutch disk with sprung hub for street drivability
- Rated for 125 ft-lb torque capacity - matched to inline-six power output
- Mechanical throwout bearing included for direct compatibility with stock-style linkage
- Hand-assembled in-house with quality inspection before shipping
- Made in the USA with a 1-year warranty
Description
Swapping a modern T5 5-speed into your early '60s Falcon, Comet, or other Ford compact with a 170 or 200 cubic inch inline-six creates a unique clutch fitment challenge. The T5's input shaft pilot tip requires precise bushing sizing that off-the-shelf clutch kits simply don't address. This MDL Superior clutch kit solves that problem with a custom .590" ID pilot bushing engineered specifically for Ford 4-cylinder T5 transmissions - ensuring proper input shaft support and centerline alignment from day one.
The 8.5" deep dish pressure plate delivers the clamping force appropriate for these economical sixes without making the clutch pedal feel like a leg press. The 3-finger design provides a progressive engagement feel that works well with the power characteristics of the 170ci and 200ci engines - both of which used four main bearings in this era and produced modest but reliable power. The organic/organic clutch disk facings deliver smooth, chatter-free engagement for daily driving, while the sprung hub absorbs drivetrain shock for longer component life.
Every Superior Series clutch disk is hand-assembled at MDL's Idaho facility, where rivet depth, facing adhesion, and hub balance are verified before the kit ships. The 10-spline x 1-1/16" hub mates directly with period-correct Ford T5 input shafts, and the included mechanical throwout bearing maintains compatibility with original-style clutch linkage. For builders converting early Ford compacts to modern overdrive gearing, this kit provides the purpose-built clutch solution these unique swaps demand.
Kit Includes
- 8.5" deep dish 3-finger pressure plate
- 10-spline x 1-1/16" organic/organic clutch disk (sprung hub)
- Mechanical throwout bearing
- .590" ID pilot bushing (custom for Ford 4-cylinder T5)
- Clutch alignment tool
- 1-year warranty coverage
- Lifetime technical support