Hydro vs linkage clutch help

[Jake_C_]

I’m swapping in an sm465 in my k5 i have all the linkage for the clutch. Before buying I looked for a hydraulic setup but couldn’t find one so I pulled the trigger on mine. Anyway I have the chance to buy a hydro bellhousing and slave/master for $150. Question is is the hydraulic clutch that much better and will I need anything else, does the hole in the clutch pedal line up the same for the master cylinder or will I need a new clutch pedal? Thanks

 

[nvrenuf]

The hydraulic pedal assembly is different. The pin on the pedal is located different and there are 2 strut rods that go from the pedal bracket to / through the firewall providing the studs that the master cylinder mounts to.

Plenty of people have made do with mechanical pedals but it’ll take some extra work.

 

[nvrenuf]

As far as one style over the other, I’ve had both and naturally the hydraulic style has a softer pedal feel. The main reason hydraulic is more desirable is that the mechanical linkage could pull apart due to body flex. I never had it happen but I’m not a big rock crawler either.

 

[obijuank5]

First of all, buy that as an investment and sell it for quite a bit more if you dont use it.
Secondly, hydraulic is a way easier swap imo.
Aside from the bell, and pedals, You should also get the reservoir and bracket. The master, line, and slave are available new.