Xantia 1.9TD with a stiff clutch
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Xantia 1.9TD with a stiff clutch
But in contrast to most threads i've seen here this car has had a new clutch (Valeo) and had new fork bushes...
tis a '94 model.
Any ideas of what could be causing this?
Cheers
tis a '94 model.
Any ideas of what could be causing this?
Cheers
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They are all pretty heavy even when new, execpt the last XM I bought, it has a new clutch and is as light as a feather and I would like to know why.
Try spraying some copper grease on the bearing under the lever on the gearbox that the cable is attached to, also on all the joints of the cable and pedal bushes as well, that should lighten it up a bit.
Peter
Try spraying some copper grease on the bearing under the lever on the gearbox that the cable is attached to, also on all the joints of the cable and pedal bushes as well, that should lighten it up a bit.
Peter
Get missus to operate clutch with engine off. Listen for signs of any stiffness. You can sometimes hear it outside on pivots or cables OR inside bellhousing. It can be a pointer if owt is worn or sticking. Any feeling of stickiness through pedal? That feeling can be travelling a long way!
Can also be caused by cheap nylon top hat bushes inside bell housing being worn.
Can also be caused by cheap nylon top hat bushes inside bell housing being worn.
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Chris, a 1.9TD should have a clutch that is as light as a feather, especially a new Valeo with new fork bushes.
If all the advice so far does not work, I'd replace the cable even though the dreaded clip makes it a less than simple job.
If all the advice so far does not work, I'd replace the cable even though the dreaded clip makes it a less than simple job.
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No, no, no you don't, Chris, not reallyChris570 wrote: makes me wish I'd bought the v6 with the auto box
If that autobox throws its toys out of its pram (and they do ) it will hurt big-time! Take it from one who knows....
But.... On the other hand, a V6 is a truly wonderful car and once bitten, forever smitten I love mine to bits despite practically rebuilding it, gearbox and all... Have a look at my blogs
A bit belated perhaps but a warm welcome to the forum Chris. You've arrived whilst we're in a bit of disorder and chaos but I hope you'll stay
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I was told (by a trusted engineer), that you should never use copper grease on any moving part, as the copper acts as an abrasive and wears away any softer bearing surface. Use it only on fasteners, flanges and (non sliding) splines.Peter.N. wrote:Try spraying some copper grease on the bearing under the lever on the gearbox that the cable is attached to, also on all the joints of the cable and pedal bushes as well, that should lighten it up a bit.
A lithium grease or general purpose grease is probably better in this application.
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I can relate to that, i have an AX with a VTR engine that despite all logical reasoning (SWMBO) i can't bear to part with itCitroJim wrote:Chris570 wrote: makes me wish I'd bought the v6 with the auto box
But.... On the other hand, a V6 is a truly wonderful car and once bitten, forever smitten I love mine to bits despite practically rebuilding it, gearbox and all... Have a look at my blogs
A bit belated perhaps but a warm welcome to the forum Chris. You've arrived whilst we're in a bit of disorder and chaos but I hope you'll stay
I don`t think copper grease is a bearing grease either. I have also read that there is no copper in it
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