Key Features
- 10.4" metric bolt pattern diaphragm pressure plate for reduced pedal effort
- Organic/organic disc facings deliver smooth, progressive engagement for daily driving
- 10-spline (1-1/16") hub fits stock Ford T-5 and Borg-Warner T5 input shafts
- Sprung hub design absorbs driveline shock and reduces gear rattle
- 250 ft-lbs torque capacity - ideal for stock and mildly modified 5.0L Windsors
- Mechanical throwout bearing for cable and linkage-actuated clutch systems
- Hand-assembled and double-checked in Caldwell, Idaho before shipping
- 1-year defect-free warranty with lifetime technical support
- Made in the USA
Description
Fox-body Mustang owners running stock or mildly modified 5.0L Windsors need a clutch that delivers smooth engagement, reliable torque transfer, and thousands of trouble-free miles. The MDL Superior 10.4" Metric Clutch Kit provides exactly that - a complete, ready-to-install assembly engineered for 1986-1995 Ford 5.0L engines with mechanical clutch actuation.
The diaphragm-style pressure plate reduces pedal effort compared to traditional Borg & Beck designs while maintaining consistent clamping force across the full range of clutch wear. The organic/organic disc facings provide the progressive, forgiving engagement that makes stop-and-go traffic manageable and spirited driving enjoyable - no grabby, on-off behavior that plagues aggressive race compounds. The sprung hub isolates the drivetrain from engine harmonics, eliminating gear rattle and reducing wear on synchronizers.
Rated at 250 ft-lbs, this kit handles the output of stock 5.0L engines and supports mild bolt-ons without drama. The 10-spline (1-1/16") hub matches factory Ford T-5 transmissions and other 10-spline applications, while the metric pressure plate bolt pattern ensures proper fitment with factory flywheels. The mechanical throwout bearing is designed for vehicles with cable-operated or linkage-style clutch actuation - no hydraulic conversion required.
Every MDL Superior clutch kit is hand-assembled at our Caldwell, Idaho facility. We verify disc runout, pressure plate flatness, and bearing operation before anything goes in the box. You receive a ready-to-install assembly backed by a 1-year defect-free warranty and lifetime technical support. Made in the USA.
Kit Includes
- 10.4" metric diaphragm pressure plate
- 10-spline (1-1/16") organic/organic clutch disc with sprung hub
- Mechanical throwout bearing
- Pilot bearing
- Clutch alignment tool
- Installation and break-in instructions
- 1-year defect-free warranty
- Lifetime technical support