Trak Lock clutch paks - 2003-04 Mach 1 Registry Owners Club

jaimoe · 09-26-2011, 12:33 PM

Does anyone have a good write up for procedures on changing the clutch paks in trak loc rear end? I already have the Cobra carbon disc clutches. I just want to make sure I can do it.

R-code17815 · 09-26-2011, 02:32 PM

Very straight forward swap, actually rebuilt one last night in maybe 20 mins?

Only tricky part is the new s-spring, needle nose vice grips & a rubber mallet make very short work of it.

Explosive · 09-26-2011, 02:37 PM

My friend put carbon fiber clutch packs into his 8.8 in his truck. It's not bad to do as long as you know how to pull the shafts and get everything out. It was really just a remove/disassemble/reassemble. The only tough part was the S spring, a little internet search showed a trick where you put a hose clamp on the spring to compress it then install and cut clamp off. Also soak the clutches for a day before installation.

musclemerc · 09-26-2011, 02:39 PM

I normally do not soak the clutches in oil before installing them, this way you can add in one additional clutch. The S spring is the only hard part but as already stated needle nose pliers and a mallet or a Ss band clamp will work just fine. I have also installed an S spring from the 2005 F150 which works great if you dont want to add the extra clutch.

Remember the friction modifier when your done

R-code17815 · 09-26-2011, 02:47 PM

carbon clutches need to be soaked in Friction Modifier before install.

rich1 · 09-26-2011, 03:02 PM

For those who dont know.. the Mach came with a Carbon clutch pak from the factory.

jaimoe · 09-26-2011, 04:25 PM

any advice on how to not drop the shims when removing the diff from the housing? I don't want to mix them up from side to side.

TRmachwon · 09-26-2011, 04:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rich1

For those who dont know.. the Mach came with a Carbon clutch pak from the factory.

Still doesn't last very long... Does the carbon rebuild kit have enough disks to pack it extra tight?

RAT · 09-26-2011, 07:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rich1

For those who dont know.. the Mach came with a Carbon clutch pak from the factory.

my car is an '04 bought new. I have reshimmed my clutch packs many times and they are not the same part number as the carbon clutch kit for the 03-04 Cobra. I can't use the carbon clutches and run F Stock in SCCA autox. Only the original clutch material disks are allowed.

I've also posted some tips on the reshim job so do a search. On the Corral website, MFE posted a detailed step by step post on the older 8.8. most still applies to the '99-'04 8.8.

I can't remember what I set the axle end play at but you may find that info in the search also. Tight clutch packs are your friend.

gonemad · 09-26-2011, 09:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by R-code17815

carbon clutches need to be soaked in Friction Modifier before install.

this is sort of true, friction modifier only is there for longevity. The clutches actually work better without it, but they will wear faster and there is a slight chance that they will chatter.....BTW im pretty sure any gear oil labeled "LS" has modifier in it already...ie mobil 1 80-90. and getting another disc in there is great i did that on my last 8.8 was awesome.

rich1 · 09-26-2011, 09:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RAT

my car is an '04 bought new. I have reshimmed my clutch packs many times and they are not the same part number as the carbon clutch kit for the 03-04 Cobra. I can't use the carbon clutches and run F Stock in SCCA autox. Only the original clutch material disks are allowed.

I've also posted some tips on the reshim job so do a search. On the Corral website, MFE posted a detailed step by step post on the older 8.8. most still applies to the '99-'04 8.8.

I can't remember what I set the axle end play at but you may find that info in the search also. Tight clutch packs are your friend.

I dont know about the part numbers on a Cobra but the clutch paks are still carbon on the Machs.
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09-26-2011, 12:33 PM	#1
jaimoe Speed addict Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 648	Trak Lock clutch paks Does anyone have a good write up for procedures on changing the clutch paks in trak loc rear end? I already have the Cobra carbon disc clutches. I just want to make sure I can do it. __________________ Best time 1/8th mi--7.65@90MPH 2003 DSG Mach 1 99/01 Cobra front bumper Darrin-Matic w/3500 stall converter 100 Shot 4.10 Gears Stock Springs KYB AGX adjustable shocks/struts tubular LCAs UPR dbl adj UCAs Custom SCT Tune 255/40/18 front 295/35/18 rear FR500 Wheels Custom RAI UPR O/R X-Pipe Roy spacer Flowmaster 40's I may not be as good as I once was, but I'm as good once as I ever was." "Just an old man having fun"

09-26-2011, 02:32 PM	#2
R-code17815 The MODfather #7046 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Bloomsburg, PA Posts: 1,360	Re: Trak Lock clutch paks Very straight forward swap, actually rebuilt one last night in maybe 20 mins? Only tricky part is the new s-spring, needle nose vice grips & a rubber mallet make very short work of it. __________________ R-code17815 2003 Mach1 6-spd. Black Black Sunshine... The never ending "Work in Progress" RTCTTFMF

09-26-2011, 02:37 PM	#3
Explosive Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 876	Re: Trak Lock clutch paks My friend put carbon fiber clutch packs into his 8.8 in his truck. It's not bad to do as long as you know how to pull the shafts and get everything out. It was really just a remove/disassemble/reassemble. The only tough part was the S spring, a little internet search showed a trick where you put a hose clamp on the spring to compress it then install and cut clamp off. Also soak the clutches for a day before installation.

09-26-2011, 02:39 PM	#4
musclemerc Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Byram,MS Posts: 285	Re: Trak Lock clutch paks I normally do not soak the clutches in oil before installing them, this way you can add in one additional clutch. The S spring is the only hard part but as already stated needle nose pliers and a mallet or a Ss band clamp will work just fine. I have also installed an S spring from the 2005 F150 which works great if you dont want to add the extra clutch. Remember the friction modifier when your done

09-26-2011, 02:47 PM	#5
R-code17815 The MODfather #7046 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Bloomsburg, PA Posts: 1,360	Re: Trak Lock clutch paks carbon clutches need to be soaked in Friction Modifier before install. __________________ R-code17815 2003 Mach1 6-spd. Black Black Sunshine... The never ending "Work in Progress" RTCTTFMF

09-26-2011, 03:02 PM	#6
rich1 AUTOMACHTIC Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: RTP/ N.C. Posts: 4,813	Re: Trak Lock clutch paks For those who dont know.. the Mach came with a Carbon clutch pak from the factory. __________________ UPGRADES...Tokico Illuminas Borla SS Catback , Steeda Underdrives , Strut Brace , HPM Lower K Brace , L /C Arms , U /C Arms , HPM PanHard Bar, K&N FRPK 2, GOODYEAR GT1 , MRT- H-Pipe , JLT VaporTraps , SLP-12'" Tips! , FRPP Shorty 1 5/8 Headers , Brembo D/S & PBR D/S Rotors ,FRPP Alum.DS ,Roys 3/8 Spacer , SVT Focus 255 pump SCTsw Chip PRO-DYNOjet NA 300.01hp /315tq (Auto) ,Innovate W/B ,Compucar Wet Kit (90jet) + Heater and E Gauge * 360 hp/385tq 12.5 -1/4 @112

09-26-2011, 04:25 PM	#7
jaimoe Speed addict Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 648	Re: Trak Lock clutch paks any advice on how to not drop the shims when removing the diff from the housing? I don't want to mix them up from side to side. __________________ Best time 1/8th mi--7.65@90MPH 2003 DSG Mach 1 99/01 Cobra front bumper Darrin-Matic w/3500 stall converter 100 Shot 4.10 Gears Stock Springs KYB AGX adjustable shocks/struts tubular LCAs UPR dbl adj UCAs Custom SCT Tune 255/40/18 front 295/35/18 rear FR500 Wheels Custom RAI UPR O/R X-Pipe Roy spacer Flowmaster 40's I may not be as good as I once was, but I'm as good once as I ever was." "Just an old man having fun"

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