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moetstockie
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Hi all, My clutch return spring is quite loud. I assume this is caused by tension. Is there any way I can quieten this noise down. It is loud when i activate the clutch pedal in and out......my Mrs would appreciate any help any assistance
... The noise drives here nuts. Cheers Moe`t
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Moe't
have you tried giving it a spray with WD40 or similar, also where it attaches under the dash
Gary
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Yep - lubricate the 2 spring attachment points - 1 on the end of the pedal and the other which is harder to locate, up under the dash.
Ken
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Been there done that lads. Used spray oil/spray grease. Does every one else's make a straining sound ? If not should I replace the spring or is it under too much tension. Your thoughts please ... otherwise it's a dream to drive and have done 12,000 miles in 2 yrs now and looks a picture! Cheers Moe`t
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You sure you haven't put in a heavy duty clutch? The straining noise could be coming from the driver. As long as it's not accompanied by passing of wind, it's within factory settings
Sorry, couldn't resist.
Some WD40 cured the noise and stickiness in my clutch return spring. Spray the two spring attachment points, and the sides of the pedal pendulum point (right, right up under the dash) then work the pedal until the spray penetrates the bushing.
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Could it be the pushrod going into the slave ?
Or is there a crack in the pedal assembly or where it joins to the dash assembly ?
I prefer to use deoderant for lube as it goes on dry and its slippery as hell..
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If you're sure it is properly lubricated then there is most likely a crack in the pedal box assembly as fchoon suggests. I have seen this before and is quite common. There are 2 bolts on the clutch pedal which allow adjustment/removal of the spring along with an appropriate piece of wood. The workshop manual shows this in excellent detail. The pedal box however is a real pain to remove, so this should be your last resort. Virtually everything needs to be removed from inside the firewall including the sound deadner panel.
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Thanx Brains trust, I will investigate in order to improve the look on my darling's face when i change gears. Much appreciatted....Moe`t
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Lads, I found that spray oils were not the go. I used oil and diesel mix and the noise has vanished.....Thanks for your offerings. Living and learning. Moe`t
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Yes, the old type of mix oldies used on their xb sqeaky front ends or their leaf springs in 4wd's. The diesel oil really sticks well. The other idea is to get your missus to wear ear plugs, or you could leave her home
...no not a good idea
. I wonder how long it will work? Hoon is right, oil it then spray deodorant or hair spray on it which seals it in. Make sure you use your mrs's fave scent though and make sure you don't lube anything else with deodorant
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