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Old Mar 2, 2020 | 11:37 AM
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Clutch for torque build

I'm putting a 410 FE in my 68 F-250. The trans is a Borg Warner T-18.

The engine makes about 480 torque and 380 HP. Would this clutch be sufficient?


 
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Old Mar 2, 2020 | 01:36 PM
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Make sure you use the correct flywheel. 410/428 is different than 352/360/390.
 
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No a cheap imported organic clutch disc and stock pressure plate won't last very long. A RAM HDX would be a nice choice for you, or a McLeod clutch kit with a 100 series disc. Both would be rated for about 450hp and would be very easy mannered on the street. Skip anything Zoom or CenterForce.
 
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Originally Posted by NumberDummy
Make sure you use the correct flywheel. 410/428 is different than 352/360/390.
Thanks. Is any reason a 428 flywheel wouldn't work with a clutch and pressure plate for a 390?
 
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Old Mar 2, 2020 | 02:20 PM
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I used the RAM Power Grip Series Lever Style for my 447FE Build but it was more HP and TQ then what you are looking at.. I also needed to get a Ford Motorsports flywheel for my set up.

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The 410/428 engines are EXTERNALLY balanced, thus they use s different flywheel then all the other FE engines. Yes, they all bolt on the same, but the engine will vibrate if you use the wrong flywheel.
 
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The 410/428 engines are EXTERNALLY balanced, thus they use s different flywheel then all the other FE engines. Yes, they all bolt on the same, but the engine will vibrate if you use the wrong flywheel.
I was hoping someone would mention this. Is there any reason a 428 flywheel won't work with 352/360/390 clutch and pressure plate?
 
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Ya, they all take 11" clutches.
 
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Ya, they all take 11" clutches.
Thanks! I appreciate the help.
 
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