Install advice, various parts, plz...

[FalconGTHO]

So, Im once again doing the research for my buddy whos car I install the parts on. Ive narrowed down the questions I still have. To wit:

Ive told him he needs to go with the Powerhouse one piece shaft. He insists he has no plans or desire to lower. Regardless, I told him he should get the 3.5 inch "just in case". But, other than clearance for lowering is there any other benefits with the 3.5? Less weight? Less rotational inertia due to a smaller diameter? Any drawbacks? Not as strong? Which likely wont ever come into play on his car anyway.

Any issues to "look out for"? This is a direct bolt in, yes?

Next, clutch. Ive convinced him to skip the Spec 2+ he was going to use and get the RST. He choked on the price but I explained to him WHY he needs that.

Now, reading on here its recommended to get the same brand flywheel to match the clutch brand. But, I originally had him lined up to get the Fidanza aluminum. After further consideration, Ive told him to instead get the Exedy billet steel thats "one pound more" than the Fidanza because I dont want to risk hearing him complain about the "part I recommended".

Additionally, Ive read that a 99-04 fly is preferred because it provides more surface contact. On the initial search, it doesnt appear there is that option for the Exedy. If there is, thats indeed the way to go, yes? If not, how much is "being lost" by not having more contact?

The parts we need for 07 4.6 3650 are 10 spline and 8 bolt crank pattern, yes?

Ive read that the flywheel bolts should be replaced. Is that the crank bolts, the clutch to fly bolts or all of them?

I read the flywheel surface should "have the glaze removed". What is the tool/item I need to do that with?

I read that the slave should be replaced. Is that with an aftermarket unit or just a stock Ford item?

I read that the pilot bearing should be replaced. Does that require a special tool and how hard/easy is it?

Lastly, were doing the adjustable upper control arm with new mount. How hard is it to adjust pinion angle and what degree do I need? And where do I get the angle finder tool?

I think that covers the shit I was unsure of. Thanks for the help.

 

[808muscle]

I just installed a Shaftmaster 3.5 one piece DS this weekend. First impressions, better throttle response, tires spin even easier and a overall smoothness to the drivetrain. The car really feels better. I have only taken it up to 70 mph, smooth as glass. Will be racing it in two weeks, research says it should be 1 to 2 tenths faster. Hopefully that will remain true for me too. I also installed a BMR DS Loop, a must have with an aluminum DS. Install for DS and loop is very simple with the shaftermaster on a stock height vehicle. Unbolt the stocker, bolt in the new one. Doesnt get any easier than that.

 

[FalconGTHO]

Anyone?

 

[FalconGTHO]

Nobodys got an answer for these questions? Really?

 

[BruceH]

Here's the inside portion that won't make contact with a rst and fidanza flywheel.

A stock flywheel has even less. However it will still hold alot of power. If you want full contact use a McLeod flywheel.

A stock crank will need a 6 bolt flywheel. Cobra or Kellog crank uses 8 bolt.

I've changed to new flywheel bolts and reused old ones depending on how I felt, your call.

Follow the McLeod directions. Don't take the floater ring off. Some websites will give you generic LS motor directions which have you shim the floater. The mod setup is already shimmed properly.

Make sure you install the clutch disks in the correct orientation and use the torques McLeod calls out for bolting up the pressure plate. They seem low but work.

The tranny will need to be clocked or you will need to lower the k member to get it to clear the tunnel.

I'd get a new slave from Ford. I'm sure 19Cobra or Tousley can hook you up.

The new flywheel will already be surfaced.

I wouldn't give the pilot bearing any thought unless it's giving your friend trouble.

 

[FalconGTHO]

Cool. Thanks, Bruce. I hope to get more responses.

 

[BruceH]

Here's a few more pics.

McLeod flywheel. The rst doesn't use dowels even if you spend a good hour trying to figure out what pattern they use. lol.

1st clutch and floater go on in one piece. Notice the blue alignement stripe from McLeod.

Second clutch and pressure plate on. Installing the clutch is the easiest part of a clutch install.

 

[FalconGTHO]

Bump.

Anyone else?

 

[rayS197]

Only thing I can comment on is the PH drive shaft. It is a 4" shaft and I have no issues at all. I guess im lucky. If I recall correctly Mike stated its balanced @ 10k-12K rpm's which is higher than most shops. The shaft comes with everything and uses an very nice adapter to the pinion flange.

 

[FalconGTHO]

K, thanks. That helps. Getting closer.