**would appreciate some quick feedback regarding clutch chatter feel**
Thread Starter
Rennlist Member
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 21,803
Likes: 7,394
From: Seattle, Washington
**would appreciate some quick feedback regarding clutch chatter feel**
all,
test drove a 99 996 today and while shifting to get on the freeway i noticed what felt like slight clutch chatter upshifting and then again when i downshifted into 1st gear.
the owner thought it could be the flywheel since the clutch was replaced 6K miles ago.
any feeback is much appreciated.
test drove a 99 996 today and while shifting to get on the freeway i noticed what felt like slight clutch chatter upshifting and then again when i downshifted into 1st gear.
the owner thought it could be the flywheel since the clutch was replaced 6K miles ago.
any feeback is much appreciated.
Rennlist Member
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 3,455
Likes: 177
From: So.CA
all,
test drove a 99 996 today and while shifting to get on the freeway i noticed what felt like slight clutch chatter upshifting and then again when i downshifted into 1st gear.
the owner thought it could be the flywheel since the clutch was replaced 6K miles ago.
any feeback is much appreciated.
test drove a 99 996 today and while shifting to get on the freeway i noticed what felt like slight clutch chatter upshifting and then again when i downshifted into 1st gear.
the owner thought it could be the flywheel since the clutch was replaced 6K miles ago.
any feeback is much appreciated.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 870
Likes: 0
From: MA, the cradle of random driving
Generally speaking you don't get much notice of a clutch wearing out other than the release point getting really high. So it sounds like maybe corners were cut in the last replacement. Probably just have to assume the owner knows what he is talking about & count on removing trans & clutch to inspect flywheel. $1,000. labor & $700 for flywheel. This is good news if you intend to replace IMS bearing & get a reduced price on the car.
Parts Specialist
Rennlist Member
Rennlist Member
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 16,326
Likes: 30
confusing answer to me....
"Generally speaking you don't get much notice of a clutch wearing out"
True
"assume the owner knows what he is talking about"
awe - the owner said FLYWHEEL
FWIW a flywheel going out can happen even if the clutch job was done RIGHT and no corners were CUT.... I dont know how you drew the conclusion the job was poor since the flywheel may have gave out 6k miles after replacement no knowing anything about how many miles are on the car or how long it took to drive 6k miles or if all 6k miles were on the track or to grandmas house...
I think - it could be the flywheel
another guess is air in the clutch lines
"Generally speaking you don't get much notice of a clutch wearing out"
True
"assume the owner knows what he is talking about"
awe - the owner said FLYWHEEL
FWIW a flywheel going out can happen even if the clutch job was done RIGHT and no corners were CUT.... I dont know how you drew the conclusion the job was poor since the flywheel may have gave out 6k miles after replacement no knowing anything about how many miles are on the car or how long it took to drive 6k miles or if all 6k miles were on the track or to grandmas house...
I think - it could be the flywheel
another guess is air in the clutch lines
Trending Topics
Parts Specialist
Rennlist Member
Rennlist Member
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 16,326
Likes: 30
OH I re-read that....
anyone hear of them - yea, I know him (and the shop)
its not exactly what I look for in a shop...kinda racey and bright colors, in your face speed demons with loads of mods on everything....sorry to say...I know many people who love his place....I didnt like it...as for his service I think he's trusted and does a lot of stuff...
have you looked at the shop online
www.maxrpmmotorsports.com
Alex is the muscle builder looking guy.....
LOL @ this pic
anyone hear of them - yea, I know him (and the shop)
its not exactly what I look for in a shop...kinda racey and bright colors, in your face speed demons with loads of mods on everything....sorry to say...I know many people who love his place....I didnt like it...as for his service I think he's trusted and does a lot of stuff...
have you looked at the shop online
www.maxrpmmotorsports.com
Alex is the muscle builder looking guy.....
LOL @ this pic
Rennlist Stories
The Best Porsche Posts for Porsche Enthusiasts
Every Era of 911 Owner Explained in One Sentence
Verdad Gallardo
Thinking of Buying a Porsche? Do These 10 Things First
Joe Kucinski
Pixar Pals Turned Into 1-of-1 Porsches!
Michael S. Palmer
Theon Goes Full Carbon Fiber With Stunning New Build
Verdad Gallardo
Genius Porsche-Themed Gifts That'll Make Any Dad or Grad Smile
Joe Kucinski
10 Used Porsches Are Selling for Way Too Cheap
Joe Kucinski
Tuner Is Converting Porsche 911s Into Shooting Brakes
Verdad Gallardo
This Coachbuilt Creation Is A Modern Take on the Legendary Porsche 917
Verdad Gallardo
Is This Convertible Cayenne A Steal, Or A Returnless Investment?
Verdad Gallardo
Nordschleife Master
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 5,815
Likes: 59
From: Mooresville, IN (Life Long Cheesehead)
Ed.....I think you are on it. You mentioned air in the line.....with my recent clutch / FW replacement job I had done, it is taking me a while to get used to the new clutch. It just doesn't feel right. Maybe the key is to bleed the clutch. Doing it tomorrow.
So ahhhhh groovester......what happened to the CA car requirement? Sorry couldn't help myself.
So ahhhhh groovester......what happened to the CA car requirement? Sorry couldn't help myself.
Super Moderator
Lifetime Rennlist
Member
Lifetime Rennlist
Member
Joined: May 1998
Posts: 16,142
Likes: 26
From: Northern New Jersey
OH I re-read that....
anyone hear of them - yea, I know him (and the shop)
its not exactly what I look for in a shop...kinda racey and bright colors, in your face speed demons with loads of mods on everything....sorry to say...I know many people who love his place....I didnt like it...as for his service I think he's trusted and does a lot of stuff...
have you looked at the shop online
www.maxrpmmotorsports.com
Alex is the muscle builder looking guy.....
LOL @ this pic
anyone hear of them - yea, I know him (and the shop)
its not exactly what I look for in a shop...kinda racey and bright colors, in your face speed demons with loads of mods on everything....sorry to say...I know many people who love his place....I didnt like it...as for his service I think he's trusted and does a lot of stuff...
have you looked at the shop online
www.maxrpmmotorsports.com
Alex is the muscle builder looking guy.....
LOL @ this pic
Thread Starter
Rennlist Member
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 21,803
Likes: 7,394
From: Seattle, Washington
sneaky pete...the car is a california car...brought to seattle about 4 years ago. silver/black...not heavily optioned....96K miles is higher than i was after but the price is where i want it and the owner of the car wants my 2003 E320 mercedes on trade.
what a beautiful day today to test drive the car...the 996 has an awesome feel to it
what a beautiful day today to test drive the car...the 996 has an awesome feel to it
Nordschleife Master
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 5,815
Likes: 59
From: Mooresville, IN (Life Long Cheesehead)
sneaky pete...the car is a california car...brought to seattle about 4 years ago. silver/black...not heavily optioned....96K miles is higher than i was after but the price is where i want it and the owner of the car wants my 2003 E320 mercedes on trade. what a beautiful day today to test drive the car...the 996 has an awesome feel to it
Rennlist Member
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 3,455
Likes: 177
From: So.CA
[QUOTE=ivangene;9037862]confusing answer to me....
"Generally speaking you don't get much notice of a clutch wearing out"
True
"assume the owner knows what he is talking about"
awe - the owner said FLYWHEEL
FWIW a flywheel going out can happen even if the clutch job was done RIGHT and no corners were CUT.... I dont know how you drew the conclusion the job was poor since the flywheel may have gave out 6k miles after replacement no knowing anything about how many miles are on the car or how long it took to drive 6k miles or if all 6k miles were on the track or to grandmas house...
I think - it could be the flywheel
Sounds to me like the owner is saying "I KNEW I should have replaced the flywheel, BUT since I am going to sell the car soon..."
"Generally speaking you don't get much notice of a clutch wearing out"
True
"assume the owner knows what he is talking about"
awe - the owner said FLYWHEEL
FWIW a flywheel going out can happen even if the clutch job was done RIGHT and no corners were CUT.... I dont know how you drew the conclusion the job was poor since the flywheel may have gave out 6k miles after replacement no knowing anything about how many miles are on the car or how long it took to drive 6k miles or if all 6k miles were on the track or to grandmas house...
I think - it could be the flywheel
Sounds to me like the owner is saying "I KNEW I should have replaced the flywheel, BUT since I am going to sell the car soon..."