William West wrote:
>
> Yet another question from this mechanical wannabe:
>
> My 76 Spit has started whining when engaging the clutch. When I depress the
> pedal, a sound not too far distant from that of the Star Trek transporter,
> beckons out. Haven't identified the locale yet, although it sounds like it's
> coming from the pedal itself (though I know it is probably not). The car
> shifts fairly well (albeit a little clunky because of the worn u joints). The
> sound is not always there; sometimes it shows up after the car has warmed up,
> sometimes at while the car is cold, but goes away when hot.
>
> Any guesses?
>
> Thanks in advance!
>
> Will----------
> YeYeet
>
> Yet
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Will,
I can't hear it, but from what you describe, I'd guess that the problem
is the clutch release (throw-out) bearing.
If you have to go in and replace that, you might as well replace the
clutch too.
Joe Curry '63 Spit
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