I've been reading about the new C/F dual-disc clutch with a lot of interest.
The C/F in my Cobra has lasted thru 100s of 1/4 mile passes. When the time comes for a new clutch, I would consider this clutch for my Shelby.

http://www.stangtv.com/features/sem...s/sema-coverage/transfer-extreme-power-with-centerforces-dyad-twin-disc-clutch/

http://www.mustang50magazine.com/te...s/m5lp_1012_2010_castrol_syntec_top_car_challenge_buildup_part_3/dyno_test.html

 

http://media.centerforce.com/DYAD/PR 11-16-2010/DYAD DS Flyer Online.pdf

According to the literature on Centerforce's website, this one fits the GT500:
http://www.jegs.com/i/Centerforce/183/04114805/10002/-1?parentProductId=1432988

 

Thanks for the info. I will keep the DYAD in mind. I was told that the clutch in the GT 500 was a CF clutch. With the history of this clutch, I will be skeptical of quality. The price seems quite high as well. But I do appreciate your reply and have filed the pages you posted for future comparison. Thanks, Sam.

 

I have spent the last couple of hours researching clutches on line. The DYAD is looking more attractive. Does anyone know what clutch Shelby is using in the 700+ hp Super Snake?

I have never heard that before, that Centerforce produced the previous clutches. It's not like their "business model" to produce a grabby/chattery clutch. I suppose if Ford spec-ed it out that way, it's possible. The OEM clutch in my '08 was very grabby. However the stock clutch in my '10 has been awesome, much more like a Centerforce Dual-Friction in that it has GREAT street manners and has held up well so far. With that said, I still do not think it is a Centerforce product. My personal experience with Centerforce clutches has been 100% positive.

I would be willing to try one of these DYAD clutches even if it's unproven. Fortunately I do not need a clutch right now.

Let us know if you go this route, I'm VERY interested in real-world feedback on it.

Also worth noting, unless I'm mistaken, it seems for those of us with 10'-up GT500's, in order to run the McLeod setup, you have to swap back to the older style slave cylinder? I have read nothing anywhere that the C/F requires this change...

Addressing the SS clutch, there's nothing in the literature for a '10 SS that mentions a clutch upgrade. There is mention of the driveshaft, brakes and other options, but nothing about the clutch in the package. I think in one guy's "rant topic" about his clutch not getting warranted after 10K miles, he mentioned that they do not upgrade it for the SS, yet denied him coverage for just adding a pulley and tune?

 

I have spent the last couple of hours researching clutches on line. The DYAD is looking more attractive. Does anyone know what clutch Shelby is using in the 700+ hp Super Snake?

 

Fidanza makes the clutches for GT500s.



bj

 

Shows what I know... I thought they only made flywheels... :silly:

 

http://dagostinoracing.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=17424&currency=USD

oke-doke...

 

Fidanza units are also used in Vipers and the ZR1.

I just had a RXT with heavy flywheel put in mine. You'll wanna feel this before you decide on a replacement down the road.

It WILL create some big time re-learning to launch on my part. Lots of play before engagement, unlike the stock units. And far less progressive when it's ready to clamp. So much for my quick, progressive swap of clutch for throttle. :mofo:

It's going to have to be fast or my rpm will blow to the limiter between the time the clutch comes off the floor and the time the clutch engages. (2-step)

But.....it ain't gonna break, that's for sure.




bj

 

Great info guys. Much appreciated.