ford t18 swap

[PecosCJ7]

getting it all together now. on the clutch kit. i recently installed a new clutch kit and had the wheel resurfaced.
Now on this swap, will i be ok using the new T-5 clutch parts(throwout bearing, linkage and pressure plate) with a 79 CJ7 clutch disc.
i also have the novak pilot bushing and a T-176 bellhousing with fork.

 

[CJ007]

I used my throwout from my T-4 , same fork and pressure plate that were in the there. I would imagine they are the same.

I think you are ok with that disk, it should be about 10.5". 1 1/16" through the center 10 splines. It should not have slop. If you have the wrong one, it won't be at tight fit and I think it is 1 1/8" wide.

I had a heck of a time getting the tranny lined up. I don't have a lift or help and did from underneath. Even with the clutch tool and a tranny jack. The input splines are tapered, but the disk was a major pain lining up. Make sure you slide the disk over the shaft a few times, and grease a little. I ended up lightly filing the back edge of disk and it went much better.

 

[1986cj7]

Here's my T18 shift lever. When it's in 1st or reverse it would hit my gauges. It takes a couple tries to get it shaped just right.

This maybe a dumb question but what is the extra little lever and cable running down your tranny shifter?

 

[CJ]

This maybe a dumb question but what is the extra little lever and cable running down your tranny shifter?

Hand throttle, allows you to work the brake, clutch, Transfer Case and Transmission sifter without having to move a foot to the gas pedal. Also allows you to keep a very constant engine speed while bouncing around, you don't have to worry about your foot slipping as the throttle has a friction lock.

 

[1986cj7]

Thanks for the info I always like to learn as much as possible