bellhousing diff from 350 to 455?

Just ordered up richmonds new 5 speed super street tranny, the shop I got it from is trying to set me up with a clutch and pressure plate. They are asking me if I have a 455 or a 350 bellhousing? The casting number on my bellhousing is 9774035. I'm wondering if the 350 had a different bellhousing than the 455? Any input would be appreciated:TU: , thanks Gord

 

Same size bellhousing used on both engines. I just purchased the exact same bellhousing (with single RH starter bump-out) from KajunJon Enterprises in TX. He's a 4-speed rebuilder. He tells me both the 10.4 and 10.95" (11") clutches will fit without a problem. I've now received it and yes, it'll work.

 

If you have a lot of hp/torque, McLeod makes a 12" diaphragm-type clutch that will fit the 11" bolt pattern. Not sure that it will fit our bellhousing though. S'posed to have light pedal feel.

 

I was hoping for a heavy clutch feel so the wife won't want to drive the car:TU:

 

thanks for the info Steve, which clutch are you using? Gord

 

Ordered a Centerforce II clutch cover/pressure plate, disc and TO bearing from Performance International (www.performanceintl.com) for $281.95 and free shipping. Scheduled for delivery tomorrow, 3-16-7. Drop ship direct from Centerforce with one week delivery time via FedEx.

 

Thanks for the info, i'll use it to keep my supplier in check...I just need to count on double the price because of exchange, duty, taxes, etc. etc...ou:
I guess someones got to pay for our health care system...