I am doing the T5 conversion in my 66. Just finished installing a new diaphragm clutch and am considering upgrading to the Open Tracker roller clutch rods. I have a newer heavy duty Z-bar with newer felt pads and plastic bushings. Would I notice a difference in the peddle feel?
Also, I have seen zerc fittings installed on the Z-bar and the bar fillted with grease. How does this benifit the felt washers and plastic bushings?
Thanks
Brad
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Here's my set up. I made my own linkage with rod ends from Grainger. It was really easy to do. Stock parts are for comparison. I also had Mustang Steve install sealed roller bearings on the peddle hanger. It all works so smoothly. I just used the stock nylon bushings on my Z bar, with it greased, I didn't see it as a major source of friction.
@Huskinhano: I like what you did for your clutch setup. I did the Mustang Steve roller pedal hanger, and made a big difference. Would you be willing to share your parts list for the remainder of your clutch assembly? I'm definitely interested!
Roller pedal support is the only way to go. Had mine in there
since 1989.
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So true! I added roller bearings to my pedal support too.
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@Huskinhano: I like what you did for your clutch setup. I did the Mustang Steve roller pedal hanger, and made a big difference. Would you be willing to share your parts list for the remainder of your clutch assembly? I'm definitely interested!
Sure, like I said it was easy. The 3/8 cold rolled rod came from a local hardware store, you could get it from Home Depot or Lowes. I used a 3/8 x 24 die to thread the rod and the rod ends were 3/8 x 24 thread from Grainger. You could get them from Mc Master Carr, ebay, Summit or who ever.
The linkage from the Z bar to the fork was just a piece of threaded rod.
I also have roller bearings on the pedal assembly. I have the Scott Drake setup. I also hear good things about Mustang Steve's setup, but have never seen it in person.
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