shaker281 Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 I've got a May 08 build car with 2800 miles. So far, I seems to have none of the symptoms associated with a dragging clutch or warped flywheel. I did have some early concerns due to the exceptionally high clutch engagement point and very grabby clutch. But, either due to practice, or break in, I find it much easier to get a smooth engagement since appx 2500 miles. At this point I can gently let the clutch out at idle with no vibration, shudder/chatter at all. Or engage a little quicker with just a little throttle. So, everything seems to be in order. I remain hyper alert due to the many threads on this issue. Is it just a matter of time? How many others like me are out there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiaCobra Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 So far, I haven't experienced any clutch issues yet. My car was built in either 10/07 or 11/07....I gotta check that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt A Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 My car has 1100 miles and is perfect[so far ]. I do not have any problems shifting and it makes all of the correct noises with the pedal down and up. The build date was March 08. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
07SHELBY GT Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 04-08 Build here and no clutch related issues at 3500 miles,Yet But you never know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rarecat Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 1 year, 3K miles and no problems to report Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragpack70 Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 Built 02/08 and clutch is OK at 1200 miles. Passes hiss tests, shifts fine; clutch is a little grabby on easy launch, just as the Owners Guide predicted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cali_KR Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 08 GT500 bought in Niov '07, built in Sept 07 7300 miles and no issues, many hard launches...occasional shudder, but thats just me not being smooth...I think.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboGT Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 02/08 build, 4000 miles, Stage two kit, zero clutch problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoubleX Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 Mine was built in September '07 and I don't believe I have any issues. Currently have about 3000 miles on her... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colt Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 Mine was built in September '07 and I don't believe I have any issues. Currently have about 3000 miles on her... My is 7/06 with appx 6500 miles. I took my to the dealer to have them checked out. I will suggest that you should take your car to dealer to have them validate. So that way you have a record and the dealer have the record. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blkgt500 Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 I have a 07 with 1800 miles. It has the normal chatter when taking off in first gear and the tranny shifts great,But its in the shop as we speak getting the TSB done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rheller Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 My '08 coupe was built the first week of January '08. I have 1500 miles on the odometer. At first, there was some clutch "chatter," particularly when engaging in a turn. However, that rarely, if ever, happens now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08SGT1977 Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 no clutch issues whatsoever, in fact no clutch either Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08 snake Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 no problems here build date 1/08 i have just over 1000 mi. the car is just about perfect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DubbsFaris Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 no problems here build date 1/08 i have just over 1000 mi. the car is just about perfect car is perfet so far- 2800 milesssss(clutch hiss) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ford blue blood Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 02/18/08 build, 5300 smiles and no problems, just the normal hiss, grab and engine kill if you don't pay attention! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sudguy4 Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 I have a 3/12/08 build car, and have roughly 950 miles on her. I have none of the issues that would dictate the TSB to be performed. I had a little chatter with the clutch when the car had just a couple hundred miles on her, but that has since gone away. Every shift is silky smooth, including reverse, and there is no additional clutch noise while sitting still with the clutch depressed. Just a litte hiss every now and then to let you know she's alive! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blkGT500nCA Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 Car was built february '08. I didn't have the problems all the time. In fact I noticed hesitation going into second after a short shifter install. But with a five thousand dollar price tag, should you have to pay out of warranty. take em in. take em all in. Thankfully my dealer was cool and ordered all parts. expect a week for the install after the parts arrive. TAKE EM IN! You don't want to be screwed years down the road when the problem does come up. Should be a recall anyways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blkGT500nCA Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 The Clutches are obviously going bad. I wonder how many have been replace to date? Many i would assume. You're not special. Yours is bad too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PonyPWR Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 02/08 build, 4,548 miles and no problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6-Speed Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 I have a 2007 GT500 built 6/21/07 - 3300 miles and no problems yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustang crazy Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 I have a 2007 GT500 built 6/21/07 - 3300 miles and no problems yet. Built Date 11/07 No problems yet, 4000 miles and pass all test done to tel is there is a problem and passes all!!! Still giving it hell!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 It's odd that about 30 cars (all members here from this site) were tested by an expert at the Dearborn Gathering event 10 days ago. 2007's and 2008's. They all failed the tests. Some were just starting to show the symptoms...and others were almost toast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
venom Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 I have just over 1K on the clock. Build date February 14, 2008 Don't have the noise when fully depressed but shifts into 2nd and 3rd are notchy, especially when cold during the first 5 minutes. After it 5 minutes or a little less it seems that it's not as bad shifting. I don't want to bring it in but I'm paranoid about the tranny going bad down the road especially since I don't log many miles per year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRQuarto Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 It's odd that about 30 cars (all members here from this site) were tested by an expert at the Dearborn Gathering event 10 days ago. 2007's and 2008's. They all failed the tests. Some were just starting to show the symptoms...and others were almost toast. Keep in mind Rob, a lot of people don't drive their cars in the type of conditions that would cause it to rear its head as quickly. Mine showed up really quick on the mileage because I drive every day to and from LA in constant stop and go traffic, hence causing the flywheel to warp pretty quickly hehe. Others may only drive it on weekends for a couple hours for a nice cruise, with the only stopping and going being at a traffic light or turn, so the flywheel probably doesn't have enough contact time to heat up and warp. Then again, I am no engineer so what do I know, but this just seems to me like a probable explanation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragpack70 Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 It's odd that about 30 cars (all members here from this site) were tested by an expert at the Dearborn Gathering event 10 days ago. 2007's and 2008's. They all failed the tests. Some were just starting to show the symptoms...and others were almost toast. At the risk of taking this thread away from the stated topic, was the expert a Ford or SVT or SAI employed expert, or someone out of the companies? And, 30 out of 30 GT500's all driven to the gathering all failed the tests? That is majorly scary! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 Keep in mind Rob, a lot of people don't drive their cars in the type of conditions that would cause it to rear its head as quickly. Mine showed up really quick on the mileage because I drive every day to and from LA in constant stop and go traffic, hence causing the flywheel to warp pretty quickly hehe. Others may only drive it on weekends for a couple hours for a nice cruise, with the only stopping and going being at a traffic light or turn, so the flywheel probably doesn't have enough contact time to heat up and warp. Then again, I am no engineer so what do I know, but this just seems to me like a probable explanation. You are right on. With that kind of pleasure use.....the car should last along time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 At the risk of taking this thread away from the stated topic, was the expert a Ford or SVT or SAI employed expert, or someone out of the companies? And, 30 out of 30 GT500's all driven to the gathering all failed the tests? That is majorly scary! Ford SVT expert. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRQuarto Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 You are right on. With that kind of pleasure use.....the car should last along time. Yeah no kidding...I need to get a beater car FAST Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1FAFP90 Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 None that I am aware of, yet - Jan '08 build. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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