Clutch Parts for Jeep CJ5
Clutch Disc, Pressure Plate, Throwout Bearing & Cylinders for Reliable Power Transfer (1972–1983).
Why the Clutch in the Jeep CJ5 Wears Out Over the Years.
The clutch in the Jeep CJ5 (1972–1983) transfers the engine's full power to the manual transmission and is engaged with every start, shift, and downhill braking – wear builds up accordingly over the years. The clutch disc and pressure plate wear down through friction and lose clamping force, while pilot and throwout bearings develop play or run dry under constant load. Through model year 1979, actuation was purely mechanical via linkage and release fork, which can loosen or wear out; from 1980 onward, slave and master cylinders took over hydraulic actuation and can leak as their seals wear. Dust boots, pedal pads, and clutch counter-bearings also age over time and should be checked during any major clutch job to avoid pulling the transmission again.
- Clutch Disc & Pressure Plate: The clutch disc and matching pressure plate form the heart of every clutch, available in standard or heavy-duty versions.
- Complete Clutch Kits: The clutch kit and the 11-inch clutch kit supply every wear part in a single package.
- Pilot & Throwout Bearings: The pilot bearing guides the transmission input shaft, and the throwout bearing transfers pedal force to the pressure plate.
- Slave & Master Cylinders (hydraulic clutch from 1980): The clutch slave cylinder and the clutch master cylinder supply hydraulic actuation.
- Clutch Linkage & Release Fork (mechanical clutch through 1979): The clutch linkage and the release fork return spring keep mechanical actuation free of play.
- Small Parts & Accessories: The dust boot kit protects the linkage from dirt, and the pedal pad provides reliable grip on the clutch pedal.
American Brand Range with a German Addition.
Clutch discs, pressure plates, bearings, and complete clutch kits from Crown Automotive – an American specialist in Jeep parts – make up the bulk of the range. Slave and master cylinders for hydraulic actuation come from Dorman, while heavy-duty clutch kits are supplied by Platinum Driveline – both proudly American. The clutch housing cover and dual shift linkage come from Omix, also US-made, while a premium clutch kit is contributed by German manufacturer LUK.
Your Partner for the Jeep CJ5 Clutch.
Whether you need a complete clutch kit for a full overhaul or a single wear part like a throwout bearing or pedal pad, we're happy to advise on torque specs, correct installation order, and the right mechanical or hydraulic actuation setup for your CJ5's model year. We're also on hand for questions about bleeding the hydraulic system or adjusting clutch pedal free-play – fast shipping straight from our warehouse.