At 54,521 miles I replaced my clutch (photos include)
- Thread starter cimaxgt
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Mark O
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i thought my gt was the highest mileage at 16100miles just a question if you could help. i have just joined and dont know how to post a thread. And also my steering feels a little hard even after changing the rack and steering pump. i am in the uk and there is only one dealer servicing these cars. they say it is fine.i disagree. could you help on either thanks. jay
MAD IN NC
Proud Owner/ BOD blah bla
jay anand,
not trying to Hi-jack this great thread but first off welcome. Second PM Neilda a member who has had his gal for some time and is from the UK. He more than likely will say ROUSCH
not trying to Hi-jack this great thread but first off welcome. Second PM Neilda a member who has had his gal for some time and is from the UK. He more than likely will say ROUSCH
That's a lot of miles bud. It has to be in the top 5 GT's out there, including the durability testers...
Spirit
Heritage GT Owner
Now I Know Why
Now I know why I have that dang "neutral rollover" noise. :eek
:lol:lol:lol
Oh oh, the rocks fell out of the tranny! :biggrin
Now I know why I have that dang "neutral rollover" noise. :eek
:lol:lol:lol
isaakgt
GT Owner
We work the same way out here on the farm. Cimax, you are a fellow "gearhead" for sure. My hat is off to you. :thumbsup
Gierkink
GT Owner
Cimax,
Given the miles on your car you're obviously ahead of the rest of us in part replacement experience. Would you mind providing a list of the parts you've replaced due to wear-and-tear? Would you also mind estimating how aggressively you drive your car?
It would be interesting to track average mileage life of major components by driver type (e.g. how long the average clutch lasts for aggressive, medium and Empty Pockets type drivers).
Thank you very much.
Rob
Given the miles on your car you're obviously ahead of the rest of us in part replacement experience. Would you mind providing a list of the parts you've replaced due to wear-and-tear? Would you also mind estimating how aggressively you drive your car?
It would be interesting to track average mileage life of major components by driver type (e.g. how long the average clutch lasts for aggressive, medium and Empty Pockets type drivers).
Thank you very much.
Rob
MAD IN NC
Proud Owner/ BOD blah bla
:rofl:rofl Now that's funny!
Heard there is a new movie coming out - a remake on the John Travolta movie in the 70's but this time it is starring none other than EP's GT-
called "the GT in the bubble" :rofl
(that will teach you to use my name in a resturant and walk on the bill Larry!)
fjpikul
GT Owner
Please do a search through Cimax's old posts. He lists many of the things he has replaced. He doesn't have many posts, so it will be easy to find.
- Jun 7, 2007
- 76
Maintenance I have don to my Car....Cimax GT
1. 1 set front tires
2. 2 sets of rear tires
3. oil change every 3000k miles
4. clutch at 54k miles. I remanufactured clutch cost me $300.00
5. transmision oil every 4000 miles
6. radiator fluid every 15k miles
7. transaxel bolts 3 times (I carry a set of tools, If needed I can repair axel bolt on the spot..... 2 hr repair....
8. speedometer sensor 3 times $25.00
9. front headlight lamps 2 times
10. fog lights 2 times
11. every 3000 miles I tighten under carriage nuts (at high speeds they may loosen) with vibration...
12. I have not replace my spark plugs as of yet or cables
13. I use only 93 octane
14. I will replace engine band soon
15. starter is in good condition
16. 16 man hrs to remove and replace transmision I did it my self with no help.
17. air and oil filter as needed
I have not had any other repairs or maintenance done on my car. My driving has been hard consistent with they way that most people who own a GT would be.... When speed is needed I do as the car permits... No accidents no major issues.... I drive my car every day on the average of 150 miles per day....
1. 1 set front tires
2. 2 sets of rear tires
3. oil change every 3000k miles
4. clutch at 54k miles. I remanufactured clutch cost me $300.00
5. transmision oil every 4000 miles
6. radiator fluid every 15k miles
7. transaxel bolts 3 times (I carry a set of tools, If needed I can repair axel bolt on the spot..... 2 hr repair....
8. speedometer sensor 3 times $25.00
9. front headlight lamps 2 times
10. fog lights 2 times
11. every 3000 miles I tighten under carriage nuts (at high speeds they may loosen) with vibration...
12. I have not replace my spark plugs as of yet or cables
13. I use only 93 octane
14. I will replace engine band soon
15. starter is in good condition
16. 16 man hrs to remove and replace transmision I did it my self with no help.
17. air and oil filter as needed
I have not had any other repairs or maintenance done on my car. My driving has been hard consistent with they way that most people who own a GT would be.... When speed is needed I do as the car permits... No accidents no major issues.... I drive my car every day on the average of 150 miles per day....
shelbyelite
PERMANENTLY BANNED
- May 10, 2007
- 1
Props to you. I dont have any idea how you have only replaced the rear tires twice. That would mean you are getting about 17000 per set. Thats just crazy!
MAD IN NC
Proud Owner/ BOD blah bla
Climax - one of the best posts I've seen.... Thanks :cheers
Have to ask about the undercarriage nuts - What are they per your defintion - the pan bolts on the belly pans?
Thanks again and, Keep Rolling and Posting! :thumbsup
Have to ask about the undercarriage nuts - What are they per your defintion - the pan bolts on the belly pans?
Thanks again and, Keep Rolling and Posting! :thumbsup
STORMCAT
GT
You're my kinda GT owner !! Did you change the clutch without a lift ? The Accufab / ARP bolts would be the last ones you would need to buy! Ford is just sending out axle bolt letters I hope you get some of those replacements taken care of !! A tranny cooler may get you some more life out of your fluid . Keep up the good work !! We'll be waiting for more long term maintenance reports..:thumbsup