Crazy amount of clutch cable play after spec 2+ install

[Dana]

Good and bad news all in one! Glad its fixed, now I know the work ahead of me..

Although it wouldn't hurt to have an adjustable pivot on hand, this is not necessarily how yours will turn out. This is not a common thing and just because it happened on his setup doesn't mean it will happen to yours, but it can happen.

The aftermarket manufacturers strive to make their parts fit into the bellhousing the same way as the stockers do. Sometimes it doesn't work out that way, especially if you mix and match parts from different suppliers/vendors/manufacturers.
It doesn't help that in the Mustang clutch setup there is virtually no room for error. A few thousandths extra here and there can end up in a situation that would necessitate modifications like the original poster.

 

[Zack]

Although it wouldn't hurt to have an adjustable pivot on hand, this is not necessarily how yours will turn out. This is not a common thing and just because it happened on his setup doesn't mean it will happen to yours, but it can happen.

The aftermarket manufacturers strive to make their parts fit into the bellhousing the same way as the stockers do. Sometimes it doesn't work out that way, especially if you mix and match parts from different suppliers/vendors/manufacturers.
It doesn't help that in the Mustang clutch setup there is virtually no room for error. A few thousandths extra here and there can end up in a situation that would necessitate modifications like the original poster.

Lets hope you are right for my benefit.

I just got a factory cable as you suggested. Now I need the red Quadrant.

 

[Dana]

Lets hope you are right for my benefit.

I just got a factory cable as you suggested. Now I need the red Quadrant.

just so you know, the red Steeda (quick release) quadrant is no longer red. I think they are silver now.
Just make sure to get the quick release version.
Dan

 

[bmxer89]

That's good to hear. Bet you're happy!!
Just make sure you keep the freeplay set correctly. The clutch will live a lot longer.

Do you remember how much you had to change the length of the pivot post?

Ya I just ordered that freeplay spring kit I really needed it. It only took 2 2.5mm washers. I got the 3 back of .47 cent back of washers from home depot I also put a little blue lock tite of the pivot ball for some extra security.

 

[Logan@DeansPerformance]

Lets hope you are right for my benefit.

I just got a factory cable as you suggested. Now I need the red Quadrant.

we has in stock :biggthump

(i believe)

 

[Aron]

Shimmed pivot ball and put syncromesh in i now love my car again.

I believe you're supposed to put ATF in the T56

 

[bmxer89]

I believe you're supposed to put ATF in the T56

Ya but I read countless threads were people use it plus the trans shifts smoother too.

 

[Dana]

Actually many people run Syncromesh, myself included.
Works better.

Dan

 

[FuelSlut]

Actually many people run Syncromesh, myself included.
Works better.

Dan

Same here, Syncormesh works really well with these t56's.

 

[batman]

i put gm syncormesh in tko 600 shifts great

 

[Zack]

Just wanted to update:

I pulled the trans and installed a Washer (about 1/8" thick) behind the pivot ball.
Got a stock cable, Fiore Micro-Lock Adjuster, Steeda QR Hook and the freeplay mod.

Clutch is so perfect right now im ecstatic. Thanks again Dana for your help.

 

[Dana]

Glad I could help