Replace a rusted or missing upper clutch rod return spring on your 1965-1966 Ford Mustang with a 289 or 302 V8 built before 02/14/1966. This 14 in. return spring connects from the firewall to the top of the equalizer bar and helps keep the clutch linkage working properly.
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Early production fitment: Designed for 1965-1966 Ford Mustang 289 / 302 V8 applications built before 02/14/1966.
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14 in. length: Built as a 14 in. upper clutch rod return spring for the specified clutch linkage setup.
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Firewall-to-equalizer bar connection: Connects from the firewall to the top of the equalizer bar.
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Clutch linkage function: Replaces a rusted or missing return spring to help keep the clutch working properly.
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Quality construction: Made with durable, quality tested materials.
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Restoration purpose: Replaces a worn, stretched, rusted, damaged, incorrect, or missing upper clutch rod return spring.
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Package dimensions: 15 in. L x 1 in. W x 1 in. H.
This upper clutch rod return spring connects from the firewall to the top of the equalizer bar in the manual clutch linkage system. It helps return and stabilize the clutch linkage so clutch operation remains smooth and consistent.
A worn, stretched, rusted, damaged, incorrect, or missing return spring can affect clutch linkage movement and may prevent the clutch system from working as intended. Replacing it with this 14 in. spring restores the correct firewall-to-equalizer bar return connection for early-production 1965-1966 Mustang V8 applications.
Restore clutch linkage return function on your early-production 1965-1966 Mustang 289 or 302 V8 with this 14 in. upper clutch rod return spring.
| Product Fitment |
| Make |
Ford |
| Model |
Mustang |
| Year Range |
1965-1966 |
| Engine |
289 / 302 V8 |
| Production Date |
For cars built before 02/14/1966 |
| Connection |
Firewall to top of equalizer bar |
| System Type |
Manual clutch linkage system |
| Application |
Upper clutch rod return spring replacement, clutch linkage return service, equalizer bar spring repair, or complete Mustang manual clutch linkage restoration |
| Product Specs |
| Product Type |
Upper Clutch Rod Return Spring |
| Quantity |
1 |
| Spring Length |
14 in. |
| Engine |
289 / 302 V8 |
| Production Date |
For cars built before 02/14/1966 |
| Connection |
Firewall to top of equalizer bar |
| Material |
Durable, quality tested materials |
| Function |
Helps keep the clutch linkage working properly |
| Replacement Use |
Replaces a worn, stretched, rusted, damaged, incorrect, or missing upper clutch rod return spring |
| Package Dimensions |
15 in. L x 1 in. W x 1 in. H |
| Approximate Weight |
0.2 lb. |