shifter - maybe clutch?

[streetracr32]

u may just have a problem with the hydraulic system. iu should check to see if it was operating properly before u replace anything.

[SlickSL2]

ok so my friend just told me that if i get the SPEC stage 2 clutch and put it on my almost stock motor that i might not have enough power to turn the clutch. is this true or is he stupid?

[SlickSL2]

come on i know someone out there knows.

[sierrap615]

he is stupid, this is from SPSwebpage.com

SPEC performance stage two clutch kits offer even more performance and holding power than the stage one kits. SPEC stage two kits are still designed to be driver friendly - yet they deliver additional holding power and durability to handle more aggressive conditions (between 280 and 295 ft-lbs of torque, depending on the application.) All stage two kits use a unique performance pressure plate with approximately 55% more clamp load than stock. This results in a pedal that is slightly firmer than stock, but not stiff. The stage two's sprung hub and segmented kevlar disc also ensure smooth engagement.

it will feel and act differently from the stock clutch, but it will work

[SlickSL2]

haha good thing. because i just ordered one. It should be here by tuesday. i'll post after i install it and let you guys know how it is

[SlickSL2]

ok i finally got the clutch in. I had no time so i took it to a shop to have it done. They put in the stage 2 clutch along with a new master cylinder. After everything was replaced the mechanic drove it. Before i jumped in to take off he told me that going into 2nd and 3rd gear it grinds a little bit. He told me that this is a transmission problem and its probably the 'brass linkage' or something along those lines. He said something about 'brass' but i cant remember. What woud this be? I also asked him if i drove it like this for a little while if it would get worse. He said no. Any help would be great because its pretty embarrassing when you drive down the road and you grind in 2 straight gears!

[sierrap615]

going back to my first post

Originally Posted by sierrap615

does double clutching help?

possibly clutch, cables, syncros(unlikey), or fluid too thick(it should be ATF, not oil)

the syncros are the brass parts i beleave he is refuring to. if so, they shouldn't grind when you double clutch.

[SlickSL2]

syncros! thats what it was haha. how much do new syncros cost?

[sickcallawayc12]

I heard it is good to double clutch if you have a turbo. I dunno if it's true or not or why it's good if it is true, but it is definitely is easier on the tranny doing this.

[sierrap615]

i haven't heard anything about double clutching with turbo. however semi truck do require double clutching, but they don't have syncros.

i have no clue the cost of synrcos, call your dealership or parts store.

BTW - manual tranny rebuilds are fun, also ask about the tranny rebuild gasket kit, its about $70 IIRC

[moosephi]

ok so i replaced my clutch and master/slave cylinder only to find that
the clutch is feather light and i cannot put the car into gear? Any idea or suggestions?

[sierrap615]

please do not resurrect old threads, starting a new thread specific to your problem will result in more direct replys.
exact cause - not sure, but guessing...

check(in general order of ease and likelyness)-
fluid level
leaks
slave cylinder not properly installed or not yet fully adjusted
master cylinder not properly installed/ linkage to pedal
clutch fork improperly installed
clutch improperly installed