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Old 08-05-2010, 02:28 AM
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Default Toploader 4 speeds : need your help

I have a problem with my transmission... Perhaps you can help me. I live in France and it's very difficult for me to make the right diagnostic, and to find the right parts/people to whom I can address my problem. Sorry for possible english mistakes...

My Cobra (Kirkham 427 SC) has only 4200 miles, equipped with a 427 FE Shelby American aluminium engine, that developps over 600 HP.

The gearbox is a David Kee, FORD Toploader 4 speeds, with a 8-1/2" Quarter Master Nascar Clutch.

I'm having some problems with the clutch which seems to "slide", it could be that the clutch discs have received oil either from the engine or from the gearbox, and that this could be the problem.

I think I have to change the seals, gasket, O rings (... ?) of both the crankshaft and the gearbox, as well as the clutch discs, perhaps even the complete clutch (which would be a pity since this clutch has only 4200 miles).

What is your advise ? Can you tell me who I can contact and what specific parts I need to order ?

Thanks to you all for your help.

Emmanuel
Paris - France

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