Jetdriver69

I have a bit of a problem with the clutch fully disengaging.

The MC was replaced (supposedly and recorded on a receipt by the PO). Yeah I know, it may not have been actually done.

If the MC has been replaced and is only 5 years old and less than 6000 miles, I doubt the piston and spring have been modified with the cut down procedure.

I ordered a new MC just in case but is it imperative to cut down the piston 4.5mm on a new MC to get the required clutch movement or are the new version of the MC already modified?

Thanks

Mrmerlin

yes the new part needs to be modified if you want the MC to provide the same stroke as the old original part did

Ladybug83

Stupid noob question, what's the downside of a shorter stroke? Less pedal travel?

or is it like Jetd is saying, not properly disengaging?

Mrmerlin

the original spec MC was needed to fully disengage the clutch,
the new part was somehow made to a new spec that has a shorter stroke,
this in turn will not move the slave the amount necessary for full disengagement of the clutch

Jetdriver69

Thanks. If the currently installed MC is still good, I will modify.

If not, the new MC will go under the knife.

Ladybug83

Me too. Thanks

James Bailey

You can pull the guts out of the currently installed M C without removing it from the car.....saves much time and effort the modification is well documented.....

Ladybug83

Mines out and new, glad to know before installing it. Will definitely read up on the procedure. Thanks for following through with this thread JetD and Thx for the advise gentlemen

Jetdriver69

Where is the procedure for shorting the piston rod?

I thought I had a copy of it, but can't find it now.

Thanks!

Ladybug83

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