RXT Clutch?

[v6tungsten]

What part number (RXT) do I need for a 2006 Mustang GT with a 2012 TR6060 trans?

 

[Dubstep Shep]

Six bolt or eight bolt crank?

 

[v6tungsten]

6 bolt crank

 

[Dubstep Shep]

You planning on reusing your flywheel or getting a McLeod one?

I wouldn't recommend reusing your flywheel with a RXT. The inner diameter of the clutch is smaller than the inner diameter of the contact patch on the OEM flywheel. McLeod flywheels have a smaller inner diameter on their contact patch.

 

[v6tungsten]

I was going with a ram or mcleod flywheel. Also, would it be even be worth trying to install the 2010-2014 GT500 Sprung Hub RXT StreetTwin Disc Clutch? I worry about the chatter everyone says the non srung hub rxt produce

 

[Dubstep Shep]

I'm not up to speed on what exactly is different about the 2010-2014 Sprung Hub and the regular RXT...

Can you post some links? I'm curious.

 

[v6tungsten]

I dont have to much info on it except that is sprung hub that should be better for the street.

Up until now if you wanted to run a Mcleod RXT on your 2010+ GT500 you'd have to switch out your 2010+ slave cylinder for an 07-09 version. Not only that you'd need to purchase a new flywheel as well.

However Mcleod just released a new setup specific for the 2010-2012 GT500's that not only works with the stock 2010+ slave cylinder but also works with your stock flywheel. Even if you burnt up your stock clutch your stock flywheel will work with this setup. That's because this new setup from Mcleod comes with a new friction adapter plate that bolts to the stock flywheel. In addition to that the new Mcleod setup uses sprung hub discs which are designed to give smoother engagement and better driveability on the street. The new setup also features a thicker floater plate which will prevent warping for those higher HP/Racing applications.

These new setups are in stock and ready to ship here at Lethal Performance. If you have any other questions or need assistance placing an order please feel free to give us a call. 877-2LETHAL

 

[v6tungsten]

I dont have to much info on it except that is sprung hub that should be better for the street.

Mcleod said they could make a custom flywheel for $600 but i needed to verify if Bellhousing will accept a 4.250” clutch height from the face of the crank to the fingers on the clutch.

Up until now if you wanted to run a Mcleod RXT on your 2010+ GT500 you'd have to switch out your 2010+ slave cylinder for an 07-09 version. Not only that you'd need to purchase a new flywheel as well.

However Mcleod just released a new setup specific for the 2010-2012 GT500's that not only works with the stock 2010+ slave cylinder but also works with your stock flywheel. Even if you burnt up your stock clutch your stock flywheel will work with this setup. That's because this new setup from Mcleod comes with a new friction adapter plate that bolts to the stock flywheel. In addition to that the new Mcleod setup uses sprung hub discs which are designed to give smoother engagement and better driveability on the street. The new setup also features a thicker floater plate which will prevent warping for those higher HP/Racing applications.

These new setups are in stock and ready to ship here at Lethal Performance. If you have any other questions or need assistance placing an order please feel free to give us a call. 877-2LETHAL[/QUOTE]

 

[Dubstep Shep]

Interesting...

It sounds like basically they've made a kit for the newer hydraulic slave cylinder. Currently I have the older slave cylinder and it works fine. The newer ones are a mild, but unnecessary upgrade from what I've seen.

It sounds like you could buy their normal kit and simply use the older style hydraulic slave cylinder.

IMO, you're better off doing that than trying to fit the newer hydraulic slave cylinder and having to get a custom flywheel. Just get a RXT clutch and flywheel, and grab a replacement hydraulic cylinder from a place like American Muscle. I would guess that would work, but I would ask McLeod before buying anything.

Someone wanna chime in on this? My TR6060 is an older model, not a new one. Not sure what differences there are.

 

[v6tungsten]

Thanks I really dont think there is any difference in the older and new bell housing spacing. The shorter TB was needed becasue of the larger clutch

 

[Dubstep Shep]

Thanks I really dont think there is any difference in the older and new bell housing spacing. The shorter TB was needed becasue of the larger clutch

That sounds about right.

Honestly I would go with the proven RXT setup and use the older hydraulic slave cylinder. Yea, there might some advantages to the newer design, but McLeod has struggled with issues in the past on new tech. The older style RXTs are proven winners.

 

[roberts]

What there hydralic throw out looks like I'll sell it as I didn't use it.


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[BruceH]

The transmission isn't going to matter much as long as it's a 6060. You can research the part number yourself. You need nothing different than a normal clutch except you need 26 spline hubs for the 6060 vs 10 spline for the standard 3650.

None of the aftermarket slaves have a good track record and the McLeod is easier on the slave than a stock clutch is so there is no reason to use anything but stock.

The only time the crankshaft is going to matter is for the flywheel, it has nothing to do with the clutch.

I have to ask though, why the rxt over rst? Is it going to be mainly a track car?

 

[v6tungsten]

No it's a street car...only drive on the weekend. Figured I'd get the better clutch. I've seen people on this forum having problems burning the rst up.

 

[BruceH]

I haven't. Maybe you are thinking of another forum? It's your car. I've had two rst clutches. One with a 3650 and one with a 6060. Both held just fine and both were resold after they were removed.

The rst is organic and more streetable. I get the feeling that there is some "internet fact" floating around about the rst? Maybe on another forum where people with no experience are giving advice? For some reason that's been happening around here the last month or so.

Good luck with whatever you decide. I've even hot lapped the rst. One night I made 14 passes, another night 12, and another 14 again. The clutch did get heated up and smelly once when I screwed up but it was good as new once it cooled down.

No it's a street car...only drive on the weekend. Figured I'd get the better clutch. I've seen people on this forum having problems burning the rst up.

 

[skwerl]

If you drag race a lot and have a lot of power then you can burn up the RST. Mine showed more wear and heat spots than I expected when I removed it after a year, but I also beat the hell out of it. I loved it on the street though. Light pedal and super smooth engagement.

 

[v6tungsten]

I haven't. Maybe you are thinking of another forum? It's your car. I've had two rst clutches. One with a 3650 and one with a 6060. Both held just fine and both were resold after they were removed.

The rst is organic and more streetable. I get the feeling that there is some "internet fact" floating around about the rst? Maybe on another forum where people with no experience are giving advice? For some reason that's been happening around here the last month or so.

Good luck with whatever you decide. I've even hot lapped the rst. One night I made 14 passes, another night 12, and another 14 again. The clutch did get heated up and smelly once when I screwed up but it was good as new once it cooled down.

Well that would save me some money...My car is street driven 100% it never seen a track.

 

[skwerl]

I think you would be much happier with the RST. Engagement is not as harsh/abrupt as the RXT, it's very streetable.

 

[Dubstep Shep]

If you're going to run a lot of power later on, then maybe you would want the RXT. Otherwise, I would run the RST. I love my RXT, but the engagement on it is rough, to say the least.

 

[o2sys]

I just installed the RXT Clutch, not use to the softness of the pedal but its very springy feel.

I installed a new oem slave cylinder.