API HELP !!
16 October 2006, 05:04 PM
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API HELP !!
I had my API organic clutch fitted last week, I have done a far few miles now to run the clutch in ! When i change gear over 4500rpm the clutch peddal sticks almost to the floor, any one had this problem ?? or any ideas on what it could be ?
Dan
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16 October 2006, 06:19 PM
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It is not the actual clutch.
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Check the light gauge return spring in place (under the Intercooler) to the clutch arm. It might have jumped off. If still there and correct:
2
Bleed the slave cylinder properly and use Dot 5 fluid.
Before you start the bleed, clamp the piston right down INTO the cylinder.
Then bleed all the old fluid off in the normal way.
Re-fit everything. Check operation before refitting the intercooler.
You should find all is well.
If you are not a mechanical type, this is not a casual job, so best back to David.
Good luck. You are in safe hands with them (IMHO)
Graham
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Check the light gauge return spring in place (under the Intercooler) to the clutch arm. It might have jumped off. If still there and correct:
2
Bleed the slave cylinder properly and use Dot 5 fluid.
Before you start the bleed, clamp the piston right down INTO the cylinder.
Then bleed all the old fluid off in the normal way.
Re-fit everything. Check operation before refitting the intercooler.
You should find all is well.
If you are not a mechanical type, this is not a casual job, so best back to David.
Good luck. You are in safe hands with them (IMHO)
Graham
16 October 2006, 10:28 PM
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Check the light gauge return spring in place (under the Intercooler) to the clutch arm. It might have jumped off. If still there and correct:
The spring only stops the release bearing rattling, it doesnt have any affect on the pedal
2
Bleed the slave cylinder properly and use Dot 5 fluid.
Before you start the bleed, clamp the piston right down INTO the cylinder.
Then bleed all the old fluid off in the normal way.
This is mots likely the problem, fairly common
Check the light gauge return spring in place (under the Intercooler) to the clutch arm. It might have jumped off. If still there and correct:
The spring only stops the release bearing rattling, it doesnt have any affect on the pedal
2
Bleed the slave cylinder properly and use Dot 5 fluid.
Before you start the bleed, clamp the piston right down INTO the cylinder.
Then bleed all the old fluid off in the normal way.
This is mots likely the problem, fairly common
17 October 2006, 08:38 AM
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Porsche fitted the clutch, as my dad runs the local garage by me! one of the guys there worked for Subaru and has done it many times so he knows what he is doing !
I will go down and see him at lunch and see what he says ! cheers for the help though guys !
I will go down and see him at lunch and see what he says ! cheers for the help though guys !
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Originally Posted by P20SPD
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Check the light gauge return spring in place (under the Intercooler) to the clutch arm. It might have jumped off. If still there and correct:
The spring only stops the release bearing rattling, it doesnt have any affect on the pedal
2
Bleed the slave cylinder properly and use Dot 5 fluid.
Before you start the bleed, clamp the piston right down INTO the cylinder.
Then bleed all the old fluid off in the normal way.
This is mots likely the problem, fairly common
Check the light gauge return spring in place (under the Intercooler) to the clutch arm. It might have jumped off. If still there and correct:
The spring only stops the release bearing rattling, it doesnt have any affect on the pedal
2
Bleed the slave cylinder properly and use Dot 5 fluid.
Before you start the bleed, clamp the piston right down INTO the cylinder.
Then bleed all the old fluid off in the normal way.
This is mots likely the problem, fairly common
When we fit one it NEVER happens, well rarely to be truthful, But when a customer does a self fit, it happens all the time.
David APi
Interesting that I haven't had a phone call about this being the supplier of the 'faulty ' clutch - it just gets BBS'd ??
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Originally Posted by P20SPD
I dont think he says that the clutch is faulty David, he was just asking for help.
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That's why I spend most of my day on the phone talking to people that have never spent a penny here, because they want advice about something.
Then someone who has spent good money, goes elsewhere for advice??
It's a funny old world.
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17 October 2006, 10:49 AM
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Originally Posted by APIDavid
I understand that Steven, Just that, if I bought something, that didn't appear to work properly, I'd probably call the supplier first for advice. Just in case it was a dodgy one.
That's why I spend most of my day on the phone talking to people that have never spent a penny here, because they want advice about something.
Then someone who has spent good money, goes elsewhere for advice??
It's a funny old world.
David
That's why I spend most of my day on the phone talking to people that have never spent a penny here, because they want advice about something.
Then someone who has spent good money, goes elsewhere for advice??
It's a funny old world.
David
17 October 2006, 06:04 PM
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David: You are well known, and respected.(and you pay this price!)
If the part/service is 'suspect' people search for advice to prepare themselves for the awkward phone call where they expect to be fobbed-off with Mumbo Jumbo (it's not our fault mate). They can voice these counter arguments with confidence.
In this case he is possibly impatient to find-out if there is something that has been done wrong, some of us ARE impatient! ( eg me).
Strikes me he got a result though to follow up from respected members of this commumity?
Graham
If the part/service is 'suspect' people search for advice to prepare themselves for the awkward phone call where they expect to be fobbed-off with Mumbo Jumbo (it's not our fault mate). They can voice these counter arguments with confidence.
In this case he is possibly impatient to find-out if there is something that has been done wrong, some of us ARE impatient! ( eg me).
Strikes me he got a result though to follow up from respected members of this commumity?
Graham
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