McLeod 8-118-1 Steel Guide Tube Throwout Bearing Retainer for 96-04 Mustang

Vehicle Fitment

• 1996-1998 Ford Mustang (T-45, including Base, GT, SVT Cobra)
• 2003-2004 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra (T-56)

Features

• Billet steel guide tube and throwout bearing retainer tube
• Designed to keep the throwout bearing properly aligned on the transmission input shaft
• Pre-installed seal and O-ring for reliable sealing and retention
• Direct replacement for weak or failing stock components
• Enhanced durability over OEM retainer tubes
• Compatible with most aftermarket clutch systems without modification
• Improves reliability of clutch release assembly in performance applications
• Ideal upgrade during clutch overhauls in Mustang performance builds

Specifications

• Material: Billet steel for strength and resistance to wear
• O-ring seal installed for secure transmission input shaft fitment
• Outer diameter (guide tube): 1.430 inches
• Retainer tube length: approximately 4.25 inches
• Fitment: early T-45 and T-56 manual transmissions
• Application type: clutch release bearing alignment and seal
• Transmission compatibility: manual transmissions in specified Mustang years
• Mounting: direct bolt-in on compatible bellhousings

Included Components

• 1x steel guide tube / throwout bearing retainer tube
• O-ring seal pre-installed

Product Description

The McLeod 8-118-1 Guide Tube and Throwout Bearing Retainer Tube is a clutch release component designed for select Ford Mustang manual transmission applications. Its billet steel construction and pre-installed seal help maintain proper alignment of the throwout bearing on the transmission input shaft while resisting wear and stress in performance driving conditions. This guide tube also reduces the risk of bearing misalignment that can occur with worn or weakened stock retainer tubes.

Engineered as a direct replacement for certain T-45 and T-56 Mustang transmissions from 1996-1998 and 2003-2004, this McLeod part is an ideal addition during clutch service or upgrades. It fits most aftermarket clutch setups without the need for modification and improves the reliability of the clutch release system by ensuring the bearing stays accurately guided along the shafts under use.