So I think the clutch in my 04 GT is about done. Anyone have any input on a replacement? Is it always a case of needing to replace the flywheel as well?

 

I personally don't know what clutch to recommend. I will be going back stock-ish, so an Exedy or Ram 'stockish' clutch is probably in my future. I *might* go up one level, but I seriously doubt it. I have no complaints regarding the original stock clutch, which is just ready to hit the 110,000 mark on Awesome. Heck, I might just go Motorcraft, what the heck, if it got 110,000 and counting so far...

The flywheel should at least be resurfaced. Unless it's really bad, then replacement.

Seems there's no hydraulic throwout bearing in the SN95s, but still, a new throwout bearing is in order whilst you're doing that, regardless.

 

I've used exedy clutches for some time and they're pretty good. Great pedal feel and they grip well.

 

I like my "King Cobra" Clutch.

 

I've heard a few reccomendations for Exedy.

I think it's the clutch. Cranked it today, wouldnt shift into 1st, 2nd, or reverse. But turn the car off, doesn't have a problem going into gear. I guess the clutch doesn't have enough left to grip? Sometimes I crank it, it drives perfectly fine. So who knows?

 

I recently replaced mine. I went with the factory/stock replacement. It wasn't too hard of a job, just time consuming. The clutch feels great. I don't think it's necessary to upgrade unless you are trying to compensate for extra power, etc. I think sometimes you have to get the flywheel's surface refinished, but i think generally as long as all the teeth are intact it should be good. They are made strong. Some will recommend to replace it just in case though. I have only heard of or seen them replaced with starters have damaged them. It general takes a lot to damage them (From my knowledge.)

 

Much like brakes, the surface of a flywheel should be remachined to true it up when putting on a new clutch. This will help to eliminate the potential for chatter and vibration when the clutch is being let on or off, as well as ensure a good grip for the clutch, so there's no chance of any slipping on a glazed, worn flywheel surface.

It's also a good idea to ensure there's no surface cracks or worse on the flywheel so as to avoid it possibly one day exploding when you hammer it. Which is the general idea behind the 'just replace it' camp. No need to chance it sorta thing.

But, hey, if yours is acting fine, go with it!