Clutch pedal too soft/no feel? Remove the helper spring!

fritz · 05-20-2011, 02:17 PM

My servo spring was fitted a bit sideways so it may have been loading the clutch M/cyl push-rod.

End result? absolute magic and very many thanks for the idea. The pedal feels just like my Brabham.

I did this to a 365 GT in 1970 and had forgotten that great success on the much bigger problem of diaphragm clutches (then a new idea) not engaging at high RPM.

Further: most folk seem to want a gas pedal giving instant response, whereas I prefer more movement for less RPM so I can feel tyre grip in th wet or on snow....a problem for me, but not for some apparently.

That problem vanished some time ago by raising the floor with stiff foam. My foot thus contacts the hinged pedal higher up: more pedal movement for less RPM.

Thanks again,

Fritz

This trick is magic, though I removed the bottom pin first and the rest fell off, leaving a small shaft hanging.

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
light clutch pedal?	boosted180	Engine & Drivetrain	21	06-07-2014 01:53 PM
clutch pedal issues?	xgrudgex	Engine & Drivetrain	17	01-31-2011 08:44 PM
How does your OEM clutch feel?	AlphaSnacks	Engine & Drivetrain	78	12-20-2010 11:04 AM
Knock from the clutch pedal	Oscar135	Engine & Drivetrain	34	07-27-2010 12:10 PM

05-20-2011, 02:17 PM	#11 (permalink)
fritz Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Andorre Posts: 90 Drives: 2010 370Z M6 Rep Power: 16	My servo spring was fitted a bit sideways so it may have been loading the clutch M/cyl push-rod. End result? absolute magic and very many thanks for the idea. The pedal feels just like my Brabham. I did this to a 365 GT in 1970 and had forgotten that great success on the much bigger problem of diaphragm clutches (then a new idea) not engaging at high RPM. Further: most folk seem to want a gas pedal giving instant response, whereas I prefer more movement for less RPM so I can feel tyre grip in th wet or on snow....a problem for me, but not for some apparently. That problem vanished some time ago by raising the floor with stiff foam. My foot thus contacts the hinged pedal higher up: more pedal movement for less RPM. Thanks again, Fritz This trick is magic, though I removed the bottom pin first and the rest fell off, leaving a small shaft hanging.