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MM-Tilton Mustang Clutch Kit, 1979-2004 with pushrod 5.0L (Call to order)

MM-Tilton Mustang Clutch Kit, 1979-2004 with pushrod 5.0L (Call to order)
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  • MM-Tilton Mustang Clutch Kit, 1979-2004 with pushrod 5.0L (Call to order)

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  • Part # TIL-P(Pushrod 5.0)

Select Option(s):

Number of discs

 
Transmission input shaft

 
Crankshaft imbalance


 
Chassis year

 
 

Description 

Complete MM-Tilton Clutch kit for 5.0L based pushrod engines in 1979-2004 Mustang chassis. Designed for use with the standard Mustang cable-actuated release bearing system. This clutch kit is intended for off-highway road course use; inappropriate use (street driving or drag racing) will greatly shorten clutch life. This 7.25" clutch is lighter weight than a standard clutch, with a much lower moment of inertia (MOI).
See our Tech Page to learn more about multiple-disc clutches.

Read all tabs for important information.

To order:
The steps listed below will guide you in selecting the correct clutch options (listed above) for your application.

Step 1
Choose either "2-disc" or "3-disc" clutch.

  • 2-disc clutch: Rated at 570 lb-ft of engine torque. Includes 2 cerametallic discs.
  • 3-disc clutch: Rated at 855 lb-ft of engine torque. Includes 3 metallic discs.
  • Disc packs with higher torque ratings are available by special order; contact us for a quote.

Step 2
Select either "10-spline" or "26-spline" discs to match your Mustang's transmission input shaft.

All original OEM transmissions fitted to 1979-2010 Mustangs have a 10-spline input shaft.

Most aftermarket performance transmissions have a 26-spline input shaft.

Step 3
Select the crankshaft balance of your Mustang's 5.0L-based engine.

  • 50-oz imbalance is standard on 1979-1995 Mustang 5.0L engines.
  • 28-oz imbalance is sometimes used on performance engine builds to reduce the balance weight on the flywheel.
  • 0-balance: Internally-balanced, with no added flywheel weight. Used on high performance engine builds to eliminate the flywheel balance weight and reduce crankshaft flexing.

Step 4
Select the adjustable pedal stop to fit the model year of your Mustang chassis.

  • 1979-1995
  • 1996-2004

Step 5

Selecting the four options will generate a part number. Call us with that part number for current pricing and availability.

 Why can’t I order on your website instead of calling?

These Tilton multi-disc clutches involve a complex group of options. Our Tilton specialist will discuss your needs and ensure you get the best clutch for your application.

Important – Read this!

  • This special-order item can NOT be cancelled, and therefore no refund is possible once your order is processed.

Related Products

  • MM Clutch cable installation package with MM cable, firewall adjuster, and aluminum quadrant. (MMCP-51)

Maximum Motorsports-Tilton clutch package for 1979-2004 Mustangs with pushrod 5.0L-based engine

Benefits

  • Much lower moment of inertia (MOI) than standard clutch.
  • Lighter weight than standard 10.5" clutch/flywheel package.
  • Quicker acceleration.
  • Quicker engine deceleration when the throttle is lifted, resulting in improved braking at corner entry.
  • Quicker shifting.
  • Reduced wear of synchronizers.
  • Low pedal effort.
  • Retains standard Mustang cable-actuated release bearing system, reducing cost because a hydraulic release system is not needed.
  • Maintains or increases torque-holding capacity while reducing weight, compared to a single-disc clutch.

See our Tech Page to learn more about multiple-disc clutches.

Maximum Motorsports-Tilton clutch package for 1979-2004 Mustangs with pushrod 5.0L-based engine

Features

  • Aluminum clutch cover
  • Lightweight button-style steel flywheel
  • Disc pack with solid hub discs and steel floaters
  • MM adjustable-height clutch pedal stop
  • Adjustable-height clutch fork pivot stud
  • Clutch cover hardware kit
  • ARP flywheel bolts
  • Ring gear plate
  • Tilton release bearing
  • Disc alignment tool

Fits

  • 302/351/5.0L-based pushrod engines with a late model (1981-2004) bellhousing, and late model starter offset (for 157-tooth ring gear).
  • OEM Mustang and typical aftermarket transmissions; must specify spline count.
  • 1979-2004 Mustang chassis; model year dictates adjustable pedal stop.
  • Engine torque limits of 570 ft-lb or 855 lb-ft.
  • Disc packs with higher torque ratings are available by special order; contact us for a quote.

Why do I need a Tilton multi-disc clutch?

  • To reduce your lap times.

How will a Tilton multi-disc clutch reduce my lap times?

  • Tilton's race-proven 7.25" multi-disc clutch/flywheel assemblies have a much lower moment of inertia (MOI) than conventional single-disc clutches.
  • The low MOI of the Tilton clutch assembly helps the car accelerate more quickly out of each corner on the track.
  • The low MOI allows the engine to decelerate much more quickly when the throttle is lifted. Quicker engine deceleration improves braking at corner entry, often allowing more rear brake bias, leading to shorter stopping distances.
  • The low MOI enables the transmission synchronizers to more easily match the speeds of the transmission gears during shifting, resulting in quicker shifts.

What is the best application for the MM-Tilton clutch package?

  • Mustangs dedicated to road racing, time trials, or open tracking. These are Mustangs that are trailered to events.
  • To reduce clutch wear we recommend winching the car onto the trailer rather than driving it on.

Can I drive this Tilton clutch on the street?

  • Not recommended. Street driving is not an appropriate application for this clutch system. The slippage required to modulate the clutch from a standing start will rapidly wear the friction material, and can warp the floater between the discs.

Can I use this Tilton clutch for drag racing?

  • Not recommended. Drag racing is not an appropriate application for this particular clutch system. The slippage when launching the car from higher RPMs will generate enough heat to warp the floater plate(s) and discs, as well as rapidly wear the friction material. Tilton does have disc packs suitable for drag racing, but we have not yet created installation kits for them.

Are service parts available?

  • Yes. All individual components in this package are available separately. Note: You must call us to order because these components are not listed on our website.

Multi-disc clutch Tech page.

All Ford 302/351/5.0l pushrod engines have the exact same crank flange and rear engine block to bell housing geometry.

All pushrod 5.0L late-model Mustangs with a manual transmission use a 157-tooth ring gear, as well as a specific bell housing and starter offset. Installing an early 302 or 351 based small block engine into a late model Mustang requires using a late-model Mustang style bell housing, block plate, flywheel, and starter. Doing so will correctly match the ring gear offset to the starter.

Ford small block engines were all externally balanced, with weights attached to the flywheel and harmonic damper/balancer. There are differences in the engine balance used.

  • All 1981-2004 302 (5.0L) pushrod engines have a 50oz-in imbalance.
  • All 1968-1980 302 pushrod engines have a 28oz-in imbalance.
  • All 1969-1997 351 pushrod engines have a 28oz-in imbalance.

Some high performance engine builds are internally-balanced by adding heavy metal weights to the crankshaft counterweight. This is done to reduce torsional flex and resulting stress on the crankshaft. These internally-balanced engines require that there be no weight on the fly wheel and harmonic damper/balancer.