Is my clutch gone?

Shadax · 08-22-2011, 02:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vividracing

Sounds like you need to practice your shifting : /

I was waiting for this...

Honestly, I have never had this problem before of all MTs I've had. I'm not going to say I'm pro or anything, the criticism is definitely warranted.

Do you think the helper spring could be working against me?

I'm sure you saw the thread I'm referencing but:
Clutch pedal too soft/no feel? Remove the helper spring!

What kind of tips can you give on some better shifting?

NYBladeZ · 08-22-2011, 02:45 PM

First manual car? Maybe its your first import manual car as domestic clutches are much stiffer. I'd bother Nissan since you need a new clutch at 5K, can't hurt to try although you might get stuck with the diagnostic costs if they don't cover it. Then again if you are friends with the Nissan tech maybe it'll be free for that as well. Try not to have your clutch engaged for more than 15 seconds. Other than that, consider this a learning experience.

11Thumper · 08-22-2011, 03:34 PM

I've always had manual cars (until now) and never burned a clutch. I've driven all to 100k miles on the same clutch. Have dealer check might be something else (can't imagine what though)

08-22-2011, 02:45 PM	#17 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 20	First manual car? Maybe its your first import manual car as domestic clutches are much stiffer. I'd bother Nissan since you need a new clutch at 5K, can't hurt to try although you might get stuck with the diagnostic costs if they don't cover it. Then again if you are friends with the Nissan tech maybe it'll be free for that as well. Try not to have your clutch engaged for more than 15 seconds. Other than that, consider this a learning experience. __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

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08-22-2011, 03:34 PM	#18 (permalink)
11Thumper Track Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 754 Drives: '11 370Z, '01 S2k Rep Power: 17	I've always had manual cars (until now) and never burned a clutch. I've driven all to 100k miles on the same clutch. Have dealer check might be something else (can't imagine what though)