Looking for some advice....

[bschoon55]

First, glad to hear you're now enjoying the car. I was gonna recommend more seat time as well. I went from a 2009 Mini Cooper JCW to my 19 GT PP1. They shift very differently. The mini was like butter and gear just shift as easy as you breathe, almost like you simply will it to be in the next gear. The mustang requires much more precision, while the Mini is an absolute blast to race around, the stang is more of a drivers car. It took me about 5k miles of DDing before I started to really get the MT-82 down (I also think it was learning me as well). With the rev hang on up shifts, my timing had to adjust but I swear it hangs less now than it did when I first got the car. I sold my Mini to a friend so I can still drive it whenever I want, and did so after I was much more used to the stang. Holy crap did the Mini feel alien to me! Longer throw, way less pedal movements, and way less beastly, and my Mini was modified to about 300hp and lowered. We've raced and they are neck and neck but the stang has mods incoming so that will change by a lot I'm sure. So yeah, seat time is king, it's not the MT-82's fault for being different. As you've already realized, you just need to learn it's quirks. 10k miles from now and you'll be the one telling people on the forums to "learn to drive a manual!" lol

I really appreciate your reply man. I think a major problem for me was going back and fourth between the GT and my other car a Fiesta ST pretty much every other day so it screws with your brain because both cars are SO different. Much like you going in between that Mini and your GT. Also getting some shoes that really help me feel the clutch the right way have helped a ton. I feel like an idiot for making this thread and apologize if it made anyone upset at all. With some more time I've really fallen in love with my GT and my feelings have completely changed. I'm happy now and no longer bashing the MT-82. Not the cars fault I needed more consecutive seat time and better shoes to really get comfortable with it. Doing really good though guys and thanks to all of those that have tried to help, things are really nice now.

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[Rapid Red]

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[Sivi70980]

I really appreciate your reply man. I think a major problem for me was going back and fourth between the GT and my other car a Fiesta ST pretty much every other day so it screws with your brain because both cars are SO different. Much like you going in between that Mini and your GT. Also getting some shoes that really help me feel the clutch the right way have helped a ton. I feel like an idiot for making this thread and apologize if it made anyone upset at all. With some more time I've really fallen in love with my GT and my feelings have completely changed. I'm happy now and no longer bashing the MT-82. Not the cars fault I needed more consecutive seat time and better shoes to really get comfortable with it. Doing really good though guys and thanks to all of those that have tried to help, things are really nice now.

Yeah I wear steel toes for work and out of cleanliness I change to sneakers when I drive home, have for many years. Also, the steel toes tended to leave streaks on the panels of the interior when I misjudged where my feet are going on entry and exit of the car.

 

[Biggus Dickus]

Get it checked out while under warranty - that said, my first MT-82 worked fine for over 190K miles when I sold my 2011 GT (and was still fine when I sold it). The MT-82 in my current car shifts a bit differently, but I suspect that has more to do with the different clutch - anyways - I got the hang of it and it gives me no grief , even when redlining in 4th. If you think something is amiss, put it on a dyno and see how it behaves and puts the power down.

 

[Elp_jc]

Hey guys, a related question: Where is the bleed valve for the clutch? Curious how easy is to change clutch fluid. Still remember the Vette, where it was inside the freaking bell housing. Hope the GT has a 'remote' bleeder already. Thx.

 

[fmc_smt]

Hey guys, a related question: Where is the bleed valve for the clutch? Curious how easy is to change clutch fluid. Still remember the Vette, where it was inside the freaking bell housing. Hope the GT has a 'remote' bleeder already. Thx.

No bleeder , per work shop manual
Materials

Name Specification
Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid
PM-20 WSS-M6C65-A2

Bleeding

WARNING: Carefully read cautionary information on product label. For emergency medical information seek medical advice. In the USA or Canada on Ford/Motorcraft products call the Poison Control Center at: 1-800-959-3673. For additional information, consult the product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) if available. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.

NOTICE: Do not spill brake fluid on painted or plastic surfaces or damage to the surface may occur. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash the surface with water.

1. Make sure all hydraulic tubes are correctly seated.

1. Make sure the clutch pedal is in the most upward position.

1. Check the fluid level of the brake/clutch reservoir. Fill the reservoir with the specified fluid to the MAX mark.
   Material: Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid / PM-20 (WSS-M6C65-A2)

1. Using a suitable bleeder kit and a Vacuum Pump Kit, install the rubber stopper in the reservoir opening. Make sure the rubber stopper has a tight fit. Alternate method: use a 50 mm (1.96 in) rubber stopper with an 8 mm (0.31 in) pipe inserted through the rubber stopper.
   Use Special Service Tool: 416-D002 Vacuum Pump Kit.
   Use the General Equipment: Brake/Clutch System Pressure Bleeder/Filler

1. Holding the rubber stopper in place, operate the vacuum pump to 15-20 inches of vacuum. Hold the vacuum for one minute, then quickly relieve the vacuum. Remove the special tools.

1. Check the fluid level of the reservoir. Fill the reservoir with the specified fluid to the MAX mark. Install the reservoir cap.

1. Press and release the clutch pedal 10 to 12 times or until clutch pedal effort is consistent and positive at top of clutch pedal travel.

1. Repeat Steps 4 through 7 two additional times or until clutch pedal effort is consistent and positive at top of clutch pedal travel.

1. Install the reservoir cap.

1. Check the clutch pedal reserve. Test the clutch system for normal operation.

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