miko_supra Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 (edited) Edit: title should really be about adjusting the release fork I have a squeeking from the gearbox when the car is in neutral and alters with the engines rpm. The squeek goes away when the clutch is pressed, and just a slight tap on the clutch pedal will make the noise dissapear. So am i right in thinking that this is the release bearing fretting on the clutch release plate? If so this would mean that the bearing itself is fine and that it needs to be brought back away from the release plate. Is there a way to do this? Edited January 27, 2009 by miko_supra (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Try a modest spray of WD 40 with the clutch in the ENGAGED condition. Are talking stock, pull type clutch here? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miko_supra Posted January 27, 2009 Author Share Posted January 27, 2009 Try a modest spray of WD 40 with the clutch in the ENGAGED condition. Are talking stock, pull type clutch here? Its an rps push type. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 OK, in my experience they often need the pushrod adjusting so the bearing is so close, or even touching the release fingers, in order to get the clutch to free cleanly. Have you got to mash the pedal into the carpet to get into reverse without crunching? Have you had to adjust the pedal pushrod to gain a bit more slave cylinder movement? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miko_supra Posted January 27, 2009 Author Share Posted January 27, 2009 OK, in my experience they often need the pushrod adjusting so the bearing is so close, or even touching the release fingers, in order to get the clutch to free cleanly. Have you got to mash the pedal into the carpet to get into reverse without crunching? Have you had to adjust the pedal pushrod to gain a bit more slave cylinder movement? How do you adjust the pushrod? I havent altered anything and the whole clutch/gearchanging operation is as normal.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky-Ricky Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 How do you adjust the pushrod? I havent altered anything and the whole clutch/gearchanging operation is as normal.. The rod from peddle to the master cylinder is adjustable, its a case of going upside down in the footwell with a torch and a couple of spanners. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miko_supra Posted January 27, 2009 Author Share Posted January 27, 2009 The rod from peddle to the master cylinder is adjustable, its a case of going upside down in the footwell with a torch and a couple of spanners. OK ill give that a try thanks very much And thanks CW! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr_Doom Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 OK ill give that a try thanks very much And thanks CW! Let me know how you get on Mine is doing exactly the same. NA-TT with the RPS Street max clutch. The noise goes if you push the pedal in about 1cm. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky-Ricky Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Its an rps push type. I think this may need clarifying, So your clutch has a push conversion IE usually twin plate design? if its just a higher spec std type design then its a pull type as Chris says. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miko_supra Posted January 27, 2009 Author Share Posted January 27, 2009 I think this may need clarifying, So your clutch has a push conversion IE usually twin plate design? if its just a higher spec std type design then its a pull type as Chris says. I must be confused. My knowledge on clutches is somewhat limited. Its basically an uprated stock design. So by what your saying it must be a "pull". Apologies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky-Ricky Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 OK now we have that bit cleared up:) is there any free play in the peddle travel before it disengages? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miko_supra Posted January 27, 2009 Author Share Posted January 27, 2009 Well the first half inch when pressing the pedal there is a bit of play Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky-Ricky Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Well the first half inch when pressing the pedal there is a bit of play Well that sounds as it should be 1/4 to 1/2" is OK so i am wondering if its just down to a dry release baring, how long has it been fitted? My clutch squeaks when the peddle is pressed sometimes, but not with the rotation of the engine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miko_supra Posted January 27, 2009 Author Share Posted January 27, 2009 Well that sounds as it should be 1/4 to 1/2" is OK so i am wondering if its just down to a dry release baring, how long has it been fitted? My clutch squeaks when the peddle is pressed sometimes, but not with the rotation of the engine. It wasnt changed when the clutch was. So i dont know, could may well be the original. Does the release bearing constantly spin with the cover plate spinning normally? Or are they supposed to be completely seperate from one another when the clutch pedal is not pressed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky-Ricky Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 It should have been changed, unless it was in good condition and was re greased, and if all is adjusted OK it shouldn't normally spin until the clutch is disengaged. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rick001 Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 (edited) Edit: title should really be about adjusting the release fork I have a squeeking from the gearbox when the car is in neutral and alters with the engines rpm. The squeek goes away when the clutch is pressed, and just a slight tap on the clutch pedal will make the noise dissapear. So am i right in thinking that this is the release bearing fretting on the clutch release plate? If so this would mean that the bearing itself is fine and that it needs to be brought back away from the release plate. Is there a way to do this? Just reading this over again and i think i have this same issue - i went N/A-TT swap and left my bearing in because i forgot to order one but was not informed it was shagged so maybe with the extra horses going through it maybe an upgraded one (if available - TT?) would have been a more suitable option Edited January 28, 2009 by rick001 (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miko_supra Posted January 28, 2009 Author Share Posted January 28, 2009 It should have been changed, unless it was in good condition and was re greased, and if all is adjusted OK it shouldn't normally spin until the clutch is disengaged. OK cheers i'll adjust it and get back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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