Clutch line replacement
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Clutch line replacement
I know this is a m.net question, but here goes anyway.
Have any of you guys replaced your soft line, between the clutch master and slave cylinder? Mine has a ton of oil on it, from a CAS leak. Wondering if this soft line actually needs replacement w/ time. If so, anyone know the size of the line?
My hydraulic system is giving me problems and this seems to be the last possible culprit.
Thanks.
Have any of you guys replaced your soft line, between the clutch master and slave cylinder? Mine has a ton of oil on it, from a CAS leak. Wondering if this soft line actually needs replacement w/ time. If so, anyone know the size of the line?
My hydraulic system is giving me problems and this seems to be the last possible culprit.
Thanks.
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Occasionally clutch will grab at low engagement points
Occasional soft clutch feel
Occasionally slips
Shifting from 1 -> 2nd makes a loud click noise from tranny
Can't shift into reverse sometimes
Occasional 1 -> 2nd grinds
Clutch master cylinder fluid is already dirty after 30 minutes of driving
97% of the time it feels normal. I rebuilt the slave a month ago (no leaks). Master hasn't been replaced, but will be rebuilt this week (no leaks around pedal). Tranny fluid has been changed to MTL/MT90 blend. It's been bled about 8x's now.
Occasional soft clutch feel
Occasionally slips
Shifting from 1 -> 2nd makes a loud click noise from tranny
Can't shift into reverse sometimes
Occasional 1 -> 2nd grinds
Clutch master cylinder fluid is already dirty after 30 minutes of driving
97% of the time it feels normal. I rebuilt the slave a month ago (no leaks). Master hasn't been replaced, but will be rebuilt this week (no leaks around pedal). Tranny fluid has been changed to MTL/MT90 blend. It's been bled about 8x's now.
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The standard replacement braided clutch line is about $35 and only replaces the stock rubber line... or you could get the longer one that replaces the stock rubber line AND the stupid loopy metal line on the side of the tranny.
They're $60 from www.advanced-autosports.com
They're $60 from www.advanced-autosports.com
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2) It gets in the way when working on the tranny or slave cylinder
3) It's not really necessary. It's a service loop so that if you damage the threads on the end there is extra material there to flare a new nut on. My car is 12 years old and has had the slave removed 5-6 times a year since I've owned it (5 years) and I've never needed the extra material.
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I assume these stainless steel clutch lines have the same function, except one doesn't say "braided" and is half the price. Is there really any difference? (Both from Moss)
Braided Stainless Steel Clutch Line - $32.76
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Stainless Steel Clutch Line (bottom item) - $16.36
Braided Stainless Steel Clutch Line - $32.76
vs
Stainless Steel Clutch Line (bottom item) - $16.36