1979 Mercury Cougar Clutch Systems

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Essential Clutch Systems for 1979 Mercury Cougars

ATP – ATP Manual Transmission Flywheel, Z-287 (Part No.Z-287)

ATP Manual Transmission Flywheel, Z-287

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$188.99
Vehicles with manual transmissions have a flywheel. The Flywheel is where the clutch assembly is mounted. It provides a smooth friction surface for the clutch disk. Flywheels also have teeth for the starter. Flywheels can crack, break, or break starter teeth. Once a damaged flywheel is diagnosed, a new replacement is the best route to go. Pioneer flywheels provide fit and function just like the original part to ensure durability and long life..
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Hays – Hays Flywheels, 12-242 (Part No.12-242)

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$599.99
Upgrade your stock flywheel to a Hays SFI-approved billet steel or aluminum flywheel. Each flywheel is precision machined and engineered to handle extreme duty applications along with being designed to take the punishment of today’s high horsepower street, off-road, and race engines.
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ATP – ATP Automatic Transmission Flex Plate, Z-275 (Part No.Z-275)

ATP Automatic Transmission Flex Plate, Z-275

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$101.99
Vehicles with automatic transmissions have a flex plate. Flex plates connect the engine and transmission. Most flex plates are made of a thick piece of sheet metal with bolt holes for the torque converter and teeth for the starter. The job of a flex plate is to allow for expansion of the torque converter as engine RPM increases. The constant expansion and contraction of a flex plate over time can result cracks and/or shearing of the flex plate. A damaged flex plate can create serious (expensive) damage. Broken flex plates can not be repaired, they must be replaced. ATP flex plates are made of high quality steel and contain the correct bolt hole spacing and ring gear teeth just like the original part to ensure long life and durability
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ATP – ATP Automatic Transmission Flex Plate, Z-345 (Part No.Z-345)

ATP Automatic Transmission Flex Plate, Z-345

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$93.99
Vehicles with automatic transmissions have a flex plate. The flex plates connect the engine and transmission. Most flex plates are made of a thick piece of sheet metal with bolt holes for the torque converter and teeth for the starter. The job of a flex plate is to allow for expansion of the torque converter as engine RPM increases. The constant expansion and contraction of a flex plate over time can result cracks and/or shearing of the flex plate. A damaged flex plate can create serious and expensive damage. Broken flex plates cannot be repaired, they must be replaced. Pioneer Flex Plates are made of high-quality steel and contain the correct bolt hole spacing and ring gear teeth just like the original part to ensure long life and durability.
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ATP – ATP Automatic Transmission Flex Plate, Z-157 (Part No.Z-157)

ATP Automatic Transmission Flex Plate, Z-157

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$76.99
Vehicles with automatic transmissions have a flex plate. The flex plates connect the engine and transmission. Most flex plates are made of a thick piece of sheet metal with bolt holes for the torque converter and teeth for the starter. The job of a flex plate is to allow for expansion of the torque converter as engine RPM increases. The constant expansion and contraction of a flex plate over time can result cracks and/or shearing of the flex plate. A damaged flex plate can create serious and expensive damage. Broken flex plates cannot be repaired, they must be replaced. Pioneer Flex Plates are made of high-quality steel and contain the correct bolt hole spacing and ring gear teeth just like the original part to ensure long life and durability.
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ATP – ATP Automatic Transmission Flex Plate, Z-242 (Part No.Z-242)

ATP Automatic Transmission Flex Plate, Z-242

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$136.99
Vehicles with automatic transmissions have a flex plate. The flex plates connect the engine and transmission. Most flex plates are made of a thick piece of sheet metal with bolt holes for the torque converter and teeth for the starter. The job of a flex plate is to allow for expansion of the torque converter as engine RPM increases. The constant expansion and contraction of a flex plate over time can result cracks and/or shearing of the flex plate. A damaged flex plate can create serious and expensive damage. Broken flex plates cannot be repaired, they must be replaced. Pioneer Flex Plates are made of high-quality steel and contain the correct bolt hole spacing and ring gear teeth just like the original part to ensure long life and durability.
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ATP – ATP Automatic Transmission Flex Plate, Z-244 (Part No.Z-244)

ATP Automatic Transmission Flex Plate, Z-244

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$102.99
Vehicles with automatic transmissions have a flex plate. Flex plates connect the engine and transmission. Most flex plates are made of a thick piece of sheet metal with bolt holes for the torque converter and teeth for the starter. The job of a flex plate is to allow for expansion of the torque converter as engine RPM increases. The constant expansion and contraction of a flex plate over time can result cracks and/or shearing of the flex plate. A damaged flex plate can create serious (expensive) damage. Broken flex plates can not be repaired, they must be replaced. ATP flex plates are made of high quality steel and contain the correct bolt hole spacing and ring gear teeth just like the original part to ensure long life and durability
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ATP – ATP Flywheel Shim, FS-5 (Part No.FS-5)

ATP Flywheel Shim, FS-5

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$27.99
ATP Flywheel Shims install easily restoring machined manual transmission flywheels back to the proper height. On automatic transmissions the shim takes up excessive clearance caused by engine crankshaft endplay or by installing a rebuilt torque converter or rebuilt front pump.
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ATP – ATP Flywheel Shim, FS-4 (Part No.FS-4)

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ATP Flywheel Shims install easily restoring machined manual transmission flywheels back to the proper height. On automatic transmissions the shim takes up excessive clearance caused by engine crankshaft endplay or by installing a rebuilt torque converter or rebuilt front pump.
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ATP – ATP Flywheel Shim, FS-10 (Part No.FS-10)

ATP Flywheel Shim, FS-10

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$27.99
ATP Flywheel Shims install easily restoring machined manual transmission flywheels back to the proper height. On automatic transmissions the shim takes up excessive clearance caused by engine crankshaft endplay or by installing a rebuilt torque converter or rebuilt front pump.
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ARP Auto Racing – ARP Auto Racing For Use With 1985 And Earlier 289/ 460 Ford V8, 180000Psi Tensile, 150-2201 (Part No.150-2201)

ARP Auto Racing For Use With 1985 And Earlier 289/ 460 Ford V8, 180000Psi Tensile, 150-2201

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The importance of pressure plate bolts in a racing or Hi Performance street application cannot be emphasized nearly enough. These fasteners play a key role in both the performance and safety of a vehicle. Because of this, ARP has developed special pressure plate bolts that are application specific to ensure the optimum grip length. ARP offers High Performance Series bolts that are made from a premium grade chrome moly and hardened to a nominal tensile strength of 180,000 PSI. The Pro Series bolts, originally developed for NASCAR competition, are stronger and rated at 200,000 PSI. Both models feature a large diameter, low profile design. Complete with washers.
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ARP Auto Racing – ARP Auto Racing For Use With 1986-1995 302/351W Ford V8, 8Mm X 1.25, 180000Psi Tensile, Hex Head, 150-2202 (Part No.150-2202)

ARP Auto Racing For Use With 1986-1995 302/351W Ford V8, 8Mm X 1.25, 180000Psi Tensile, Hex Head, 150-2202

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$24.99
The importance of pressure plate bolts in a racing or Hi-Performance street application cannot be emphasized nearly enough. These fasteners play a key role in both the performance and safety of a vehicle. Because of this, ARP has developed special pressure plate bolts that are application specific to ensure the optimum grip length. ARP offers High Performance Series bolts that are made from a premium grade chrome moly and hardened to a nominal tensile strength of 180,000 PSI. The Pro Series bolts, originally developed for NASCAR competition, are stronger and rated at 200,000 PSI. Both models feature a large diameter, low profile design. Complete with washers.
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Dorman – Dorman Flywheel Bolts – Thread Size 7/16-20 Thread Length 0.900 In. (Sold by each), 678-154 (Part No.678-154)

Dorman Flywheel Bolts - Thread Size 7/16-20 Thread Length 0.900 In. (Sold by each), 678-154

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This clutch flywheel bolt is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.
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ATP – ATP A/T FLYWHEEL BOLT, ZX-1016 (Part No.ZX-1016)

ATP A/T FLYWHEEL BOLT, ZX-1016

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$17.99
ATP A/T FLYWHEEL BOLT, ZX-1016. DRIVELINE – CLUTCHES>CLUTCH KITS, HYDRAULICS & PARTS>CLUTCH PARTS>FLYWHEELS from ATP
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ARP Auto Racing – ARP Auto Racing 1 In Under Head Length, 10 Mm X 1.0 Thread Strength, Black Oxide, Chrome Moly, 254-2801 (Part No.254-2801)

ARP Auto Racing 1 In Under Head Length, 10 Mm X 1.0 Thread Strength, Black Oxide, Chrome Moly, 254-2801

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$68.99
Flywheel and flex plate bolts play an important role in the performance and safety of race cars and street machines alike. that is why the fastener experts at ARP have developed special bolts that are far superior to OEM hardware. ARP offers two styles of flywheel/flex plate bolts: High Performance and Pro Series. They are both forged from aerospace alloy and heat treated prior to thread rolling and machining. Both feature an exclusive, flat, 12 point head design and larger than stock shank diameter for increased strength and improved flywheel register. The popular High Performance series is rated at 180,000 PSI, and the premium grade Pro Series, originally developed for NASCAR competition, has a 200,000 PSI rating.
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Dorman – Help – "Dorman – Help Flywheel Bolts Thread 7/16-20, Length – .900"" (22.86mm), Head Thickness – .190"", 74070" (Part No.74070)

"Dorman - Help Flywheel Bolts Thread 7/16-20, Length - .900"" (22.86mm), Head Thickness - .190"", 74070"

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This clutch flywheel bolt is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.
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Dorman – Help – Dorman – Help Flywheel Bolts, 14557 (Part No.14557)

Dorman - Help Flywheel Bolts, 14557

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This clutch flywheel bolt is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.
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ATP – ATP A/T FLYWHEEL BOLT, ZX-1046 (Part No.ZX-1046)

ATP A/T FLYWHEEL BOLT, ZX-1046

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$15.99
ATP A/T FLYWHEEL BOLT, ZX-1046. DRIVELINE – CLUTCHES>CLUTCH KITS, HYDRAULICS & PARTS>CLUTCH PARTS>FLYWHEELS from ATP
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Upgrade your 1979 Mercury Cougar with Top-Quality Clutch Systems

When it comes to maintaining or upgrading your 1979 Mercury Cougar, nothing is more important than using high-quality OEM or aftermarket parts that you can trust. Whether you’re repairing damage to your Mercury or enhancing its overall performance, Clutch Systems are key to keeping your Cougar functioning at its best. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer a wide selection of 13 Clutch Systems for the 1979 Mercury Cougar, designed to meet your needs without breaking the bank. From Clutch Pressure Plate replacements to Flywheels upgrades, we’ve got you covered with parts that fit your vehicle perfectly and ensure long-lasting performance.

Affordable Prices and Wide Selection

Shopping for Clutch Systems for any vehicle can be a hassle, especially if you’re on a budget. But with Advance Auto Parts, you can find high-quality Clutch Systems for your 1979 Mercury Cougar at great prices. Our Clutch Systems inventory for this model ranges from just $4.49 to $531.99, with an average price of $97.78. Our 13 Clutch Systems in stock come from 5 trusted brands, so you’re sure to find the right part for your 1979 Mercury Cougar without overspending.

Top Brands and High Customer Satisfaction

Advance Auto Parts takes pride in offering only the best brands in the automotive industry. For your 1979 Mercury Cougar, we stock popular OEM and aftermarket Clutch Systems from top names like Dorman, and more. Dorman Clutch Systems start at just $11.49 and boast an impressive 4.2 stars average rating from customers. With 40 customer reviews and counting, our 1979 Mercury Cougar Clutch Systems have a strong track record of reliability, ensuring you can trust your purchase.

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While you’re here, don’t forget to check out other essential categories that go hand in hand with Clutch System upgrades. Explore related part types like Batteries and Chargers, Oil and Lubricants and more to make sure your 1979 Mercury Cougar is always ready to roll. We’re committed to providing you with everything you need to keep your Cougar in top shape, all in one place. Start shopping confidently below for your 1979 Mercury Cougar!

Best-Selling Clutch Pressure Plates for 1979 Mercury Cougars

Enhance the driving experience in your Mercury with 1 quality Clutch Pressure Plate components, starting at $18.99.

ARP Auto Racing – ARP Auto Racing For Use With 1985 And Earlier 289/ 460 Ford V8, 180000Psi Tensile, 150-2201 (Part No.150-2201)

ARP Auto Racing For Use With 1985 And Earlier 289/ 460 Ford V8, 180000Psi Tensile, 150-2201

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$18.99
The importance of pressure plate bolts in a racing or Hi Performance street application cannot be emphasized nearly enough. These fasteners play a key role in both the performance and safety of a vehicle. Because of this, ARP has developed special pressure plate bolts that are application specific to ensure the optimum grip length. ARP offers High Performance Series bolts that are made from a premium grade chrome moly and hardened to a nominal tensile strength of 180,000 PSI. The Pro Series bolts, originally developed for NASCAR competition, are stronger and rated at 200,000 PSI. Both models feature a large diameter, low profile design. Complete with washers.
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Most Popular 1979 Mercury Cougar Flywheels

Customize your Mercury with 12 Flywheels products like Flywheels and Flexplates, Flywheel Bolts, and Flywheel Shims, all priced under $531.99.

Dorman – Help – Dorman – Help Flywheel Bolts, 14557 (Part No.14557)

Dorman - Help Flywheel Bolts, 14557

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$11.49
This clutch flywheel bolt is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.
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ATP – ATP Automatic Transmission Flex Plate, Z-110 (Part No.Z-110)

ATP Automatic Transmission Flex Plate, Z-110

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$76.99
Vehicles with automatic transmissions have a flex plate. The flex plates connect the engine and transmission. Most flex plates are made of a thick piece of sheet metal with bolt holes for the torque converter and teeth for the starter. The job of a flex plate is to allow for expansion of the torque converter as engine RPM increases. The constant expansion and contraction of a flex plate over time can result cracks and/or shearing of the flex plate. A damaged flex plate can create serious and expensive damage. Broken flex plates cannot be repaired, they must be replaced. Pioneer Flex Plates are made of high-quality steel and contain the correct bolt hole spacing and ring gear teeth just like the original part to ensure long life and durability.
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Dorman – Help – "Dorman – Help Flywheel Bolts Thread 7/16-20, Length – .900"" (22.86mm), Head Thickness – .190"", 74070" (Part No.74070)

"Dorman - Help Flywheel Bolts Thread 7/16-20, Length - .900"" (22.86mm), Head Thickness - .190"", 74070"

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$13.49
This clutch flywheel bolt is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.
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ATP – ATP Automatic Transmission Flex Plate, Z-105 (Part No.Z-105)

ATP Automatic Transmission Flex Plate, Z-105

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$70.99
Vehicles with automatic transmissions have a flex plate. The flex plates connect the engine and transmission. Most flex plates are made of a thick piece of sheet metal with bolt holes for the torque converter and teeth for the starter. The job of a flex plate is to allow for expansion of the torque converter as engine RPM increases. The constant expansion and contraction of a flex plate over time can result cracks and/or shearing of the flex plate. A damaged flex plate can create serious and expensive damage. Broken flex plates cannot be repaired, they must be replaced. Pioneer Flex Plates are made of high-quality steel and contain the correct bolt hole spacing and ring gear teeth just like the original part to ensure long life and durability.
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ATP – ATP A/T FLYWHEEL BOLT, ZX-1016 (Part No.ZX-1016)

ATP A/T FLYWHEEL BOLT, ZX-1016

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$17.99
ATP A/T FLYWHEEL BOLT, ZX-1016. DRIVELINE – CLUTCHES>CLUTCH KITS, HYDRAULICS & PARTS>CLUTCH PARTS>FLYWHEELS from ATP
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ATP – ATP Automatic Transmission Flex Plate, Z-106 (Part No.Z-106)

ATP Automatic Transmission Flex Plate, Z-106

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$53.99
Vehicles with automatic transmissions have a flex plate. The flex plates connect the engine and transmission. Most flex plates are made of a thick piece of sheet metal with bolt holes for the torque converter and teeth for the starter. The job of a flex plate is to allow for expansion of the torque converter as engine RPM increases. The constant expansion and contraction of a flex plate over time can result cracks and/or shearing of the flex plate. A damaged flex plate can create serious and expensive damage. Broken flex plates cannot be repaired, they must be replaced. Pioneer Flex Plates are made of high-quality steel and contain the correct bolt hole spacing and ring gear teeth just like the original part to ensure long life and durability.
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Hays – Hays Flywheels, 12-535 (Part No.12-535)

Hays Flywheels, 12-535

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$531.99
Hays billet steel flywheels are manufactured from certified billet material that will not break up under the stress of high RPM and severe punishment of racing. Available in weights up to 50 pounds for specialized applications, most Hays flywheels are drilled with both the Borg and Beck and long-style clutch patterns. Hays flywheels are certified under SFI spec 1.1.
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ATP – ATP Flywheel Shim, FS-4 (Part No.FS-4)

ATP Flywheel Shim, FS-4

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$28.99
ATP Flywheel Shims install easily restoring machined manual transmission flywheels back to the proper height. On automatic transmissions the shim takes up excessive clearance caused by engine crankshaft endplay or by installing a rebuilt torque converter or rebuilt front pump.
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B & M – B & M Flexplate For Ford Small Block 289-351 With C4 Transmission, 50246 (Part No.50246)

B & M Flexplate For Ford Small Block 289-351 With C4 Transmission, 50246

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$185.99
As performance levels increase, an O.E. style flex plate just won’t cut it and a stronger option is a necessity to prevent transmission and/or converter failure. B&M has you covered with our high-performance flex plate designed for 1963-1982 Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury (internally balanced) 289-351ci small block V8 engines with a C4 transmission. Features include high tensile strength steel construction to resist elongation and cracking, a 10.50-inch bolt pattern, and 157 tooth ring gear. B&M flexplates are ideal for hot rods, street cars, tow vehicles, or other vehicles needing the added protection and toughness that B&M has been delivering since 1953.
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Hays – Hays Flywheels, 12-030 (Part No.12-030)

Hays Flywheels, 12-030

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$166.99
Hays heavy-duty flexplates for high-performance and competition engines are constructed of a thicker than stock steel plate, enabling them to withstand the stress of high-stall torque converters and high-RPM engines. While factory stock plates tend to crack around the crankshaft hub when punished under high torque and RPM conditions, the thicker Hays flexplate handles the force. These H.D. flexplates are supplied with a ring gear that is securely welded in place and feature dual bolt patterns for flexibility in adapting to multiple transmission style torque converters. All Hays heavy-duty flexplates are zinc-dichromate plated to resist corrosion and are SFI certified under specification 29.1.
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ATP – ATP Flywheel Shim, FS-5 (Part No.FS-5)

ATP Flywheel Shim, FS-5

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$27.99
ATP Flywheel Shims install easily restoring machined manual transmission flywheels back to the proper height. On automatic transmissions the shim takes up excessive clearance caused by engine crankshaft endplay or by installing a rebuilt torque converter or rebuilt front pump.
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Dorman – Dorman Flywheel Bolts – Thread Size 7/16-20 Thread Length 0.900 In. (Sold by each), 678-154 (Part No.678-154)

Dorman Flywheel Bolts - Thread Size 7/16-20 Thread Length 0.900 In. (Sold by each), 678-154

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$4.49
This clutch flywheel bolt is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.
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Top-Rated Clutch Systems Brands For Your 1979 Mercury Cougar

Shop for the best-rated brands offering Clutch Systems and other products for your 1979 Mercury Cougars. Below you’ll find some of our best rated Clutch Systems from Dorman, and more. Clutch Systems from these brands that fit a 1979 Cougar start at just $11.49 and are rated as high as 4.2 stars. OEM and aftermarket Clutch Systems don’t get more top quality, durable, and affordable than from the brands below.

Popular Dorman 1979 Mercury Cougar Clutch Systems

When it comes to maintaining or upgrading your 1979 Mercury Cougar, using quality Clutch Systems is essential to ensure durability and a perfect fit. Dorman ticks all of those boxes. We offer a wide selection of Dorman Clutch Systems, specifically designed for the 1979 Mercury Cougar. With over 1 Dorman brand Clutch Systems in stock, you’re sure to find what you need. The prices for these top-notch parts start as low as $11.49. Plus, with over 4 customer reviews and an average rating of 4.2 stars, you can trust that our Dorman Clutch Systems will get the job done right. Choose Advance Auto Parts for reliability, quality, and expert-approved parts that keep your vehicle running strong.
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FAQs for 1979 Mercury Cougar Clutch Systems

Which Clutch Systems are best-sellers for 1979 Mercury Cougars?

Out of 13 Clutch Systems that fit 1979 Mercury Cougars, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1979 Mercury Cougar Clutch Systems?

Clutch System prices for the 1979 Mercury Cougar start at $4.49 and go up to $531.99 for the most premium parts.

What’s the average price of a Clutch System for a 1979 Mercury Cougar?

The average price for Clutch Systems for the 1979 Mercury Cougar is $97.78. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Clutch System category so you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Clutch Systems for other Mercury Cougar model years?

Yes, we currently carry Clutch Systems for 33 model years of Mercury Cougars between 1967 and 2002. Clutch Systems are bought most frequently for the following model years: 2002, 2001, 2000, 1999, 1997, 1996, 1995, 1994, and 1993.

What are the cheapest Clutch Systems for my 1979 Mercury Cougar?

What are the top-rated Clutch Systems that fit the 1979 Mercury Cougar?

Out of 40 reviews by customers, our 1979 Mercury Cougar Clutch Systems have an average customer rating of . These are some of the highest-rated Clutch System types for the 1979 Mercury Cougar and their top-rated products:

What types of Clutch Systems do you sell for my 1979 Mercury Cougar?

As of 8/2/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Clutch Systems for a 1979 Mercury Cougar:

Can I get help with 1979 Mercury Cougar Clutch System orders?

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What is your return policy for Mercury Cougar Clutch Systems?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Mercury Cougar Clutch Systems and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.