The California Pony Cars Clutch Equalizer Bar Pivot Retro-Fit Bracket Kit (TRA-658-538) is the original Made-in-USA solution for installing late-model Ford engines into classic Mustangs and Fords while retaining the factory-style clutch linkage.
When swapping in a late-model 302/5.0L (1979–1995) or post-1981 5.0L & 5.8L Windsor engine, the block does not have a factory provision for the clutch equalizer (Z-bar) pivot stud. This retro-fit bracket kit solves that problem with a direct bolt-on design that saves time and ensures proper clutch geometry.
Why Choose the Complete Kit?
Unlike purchasing only the clutch pivot bracket, TRA-658-538 includes the critical clutch equalizer bar pivot components commonly worn, damaged, or missing during 5.0L engine conversions. Purchasing the complete kit helps simplify installation and reduces the need to source additional parts separately.
Features:
• Made in the USA by California Pony Cars
• Original California Pony Cars design developed in 1982 — the proven solution for 5.0L Mustang conversions
• Heavy-gauge steel construction
• Precision laser-cut, welded, and powder-coated finish
• Direct bolt-on installation using existing factory bellhousing bolts
• Maintains correct clutch linkage alignment for smooth operation
• Complete clutch equalizer pivot bracket kit
• Includes clutch equalizer pivot components commonly replaced during 5.0L engine conversions
• Helps eliminate the need to source additional parts separately
• Lifetime Warranty
Applications:
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Mustang: 1965–1973
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Mercury Cougar: 1967–1973
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Ford Falcon & Ranchero: 1963–1970
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Ford Fairlane & Ranchero: 1964–1970
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Ford Torino & Ranchero: 1968–1971
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Also works with Ford Galaxie and other manual transmission Ford models
This retro-fit bracket kit is trusted by enthusiasts for decades as the proven solution for late-model Windsor engine swaps in classic Fords.
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Looking for the Bracket Only?
Customers who already have the clutch equalizer pivot components may be interested in our bracket-only version, Part Number TRA-658-513.
