dwayne Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 when i'm sat in neutral and select first gear, just as i push it in gear i can hear and feel a dull thud sometimes and it almost feels like the car has been lightly nudged forwards. it also clunks sometimes at low speeds like i need to go down a gear but if i change up it sorts it. is there a joint in the propshaft that's worn or should i be looking somewhere else for the problem. cheers guys dwayne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steb9780 Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 when i'm sat in neutral and select first gear, just as i push it in gear i can hear and feel a dull thud sometimes and it almost feels like the car has been lightly nudged forwards. it also clunks sometimes at low speeds like i need to go down a gear but if i change up it sorts it. is there a joint in the propshaft that's worn or should i be looking somewhere else for the problem. cheers guys dwayne Is it not just the old Getrag being a Getrag?? There clunky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heckler Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 sounds like mine, been like that for 4 yrs... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwayne Posted October 14, 2007 Author Share Posted October 14, 2007 i think the sound is coming from further under the car but i cant put my finger on it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADL Mark Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Sounds exactly like mine too, and other members have told me mine is actually quiet for a Getrag. Quite worrying really.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra dan Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 could it be the clutch not fully disengaging? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edge Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Mine nearly always makes a clunk noise that comes from the rear of the car. The getrag is a noisy box. If its difficult to get into gear then it maybe time to change the oil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 The centre sliding coupling on the props are now showing signs of wear in the splines, especially on manuals. Add a bit of clutch drag and the sound you desribe is typical. The cure is a new propshaft assembly unless a reputable company can fit a new sliding joint for less? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADL Mark Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Chris, I had a dragging clutch caused by the last owner not changing the clutch fluid (good old Toyota service schedule ), it was black and watery before I changed it. The fluid change transformed the clutch action and bite, but has had a detremental effect on the flywheel (I assume overheated from drag and has high spots, as it 'wobbles' sometimes at the bite point). Could this have gone towards causing the clonk in the drivetrain even though it's now fixed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Chris, I had a dragging clutch caused by the last owner not changing the clutch fluid (good old Toyota service schedule ), it was black and watery before I changed it. The fluid change transformed the clutch action and bite, but has had a detremental effect on the flywheel (I assume overheated from drag and has high spots, as it 'wobbles' sometimes at the bite point). Could this have gone towards causing the clonk in the drivetrain even though it's now fixed? Yep, `fraid it's quite possibly so, but could also just be old age and poverty. Manuals can put much greater shock loads through the drive train, especially if driven "enthusiastically", hence things can wear out a lot sooner than on an auto. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobSheffield Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 The centre sliding coupling on the props are now showing signs of wear in the splines, especially on manuals. Add a bit of clutch drag and the sound you desribe is typical. The cure is a new propshaft assembly unless a reputable company can fit a new sliding joint for less? At what sort of mileage is this becoming apparent? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 More the usage the car's had, I would say. Drag type starts are killers, the cars are strong, but were most definitely NOT designed for that sort of usage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwayne Posted October 15, 2007 Author Share Posted October 15, 2007 cheers guys. anyone know where i could get a new propshaft assembly or a new sliding joint? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 Toyota parts if you want new, I believe they are pretty pricey. A used one is a bit of a gamble... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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