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Originally Posted by olddog
In other words when set up properly, the TO bearing does not touch or turn unless your pressing on the clutch pedal.
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Not exactly true. In older Mustangs with a mechanical linkage, this is true. The bearing should not touch the fingers of the clutch.
But the T5 is different. To decrease noise, Ford designed the bearing to rest on the fingers. The automatic clutch adjuster installed in Ford cars and trucks since mid 80's or so are all designed to put a little bit of pressure on the bearing. Not enough to actually cause pre-load, but enough to provide gentle contact.
If you're using a cable type clutch, with a standard T5 TOB and a diaphragm clutch, you need some contact.
Also, over the years I have found that a genuine Ford TOB is the best quality.