clutch question

Hi kids, Im new here.....got a question. I have a 94 2wd, 240,000 miles. I replaced the clutch 4 years ago, then the wife got a hold of it, and Im doing it again. Before I pulled it out, I was underneath, checking things out, I had my son push the pedal. I noticed the throwout bearing was riding on the fingers of the pressure plate even while engaged. When I put the new one in, it is the same. (throwout bearing riding on the fingers of the pressure plate ALL OF THE TIME).

Is this normal? I know Ford has a better idea, but Ive never heard of this

By riding on the fingers you mean making 'constant' contact? This is normal for slave type systems, not only Ford..

Thanks HAYAPOWER, yes I mean constant.... I stopped by the local Ford dealership this morn. , they said its normal.
I appreciate the reply.