clutch help

[mr.utility at highstream.net (David Utley)]

The engine could have a very slow weep, but no matter, I recommend replacing
all the seals while you are there...  There is a seal at the tip of the
input shaft, the clutch actuator rod slips in and out of it.  That one
should be replaced, as well as the larger on on the tranny...  If you think
it is the tranny, and you have regular gear lube in there (vs. Redline),
then you should be able to smell some sulfur in the oil...  While you are in
there, I would also replace the rear main seal anyways, as who wants to do
it in a few thousand miles if the thing goes south?

  As for the job itself, you should support the engine independently of the
tranny, either by a stand under the motor (be careful here), or something
similar.  If you have not done it before, it definitely will not hurt to
remove both axles, it can be a little tight otherwise.  Other than that, it
is pretty straightforward...  :)

I hope that helps,
   David Utley

-----Original Message-----
From: scirocco-l-bounces@scirocco.org
[mailto:scirocco-l-bounces@scirocco.org]On Behalf Of Ryan Ruggles
Sent: Friday, March 19, 2004 7:59 PM
To: scirocco-l@scirocco.org
Subject: clutch help

Any tricks I should know about before i start to do the clutch on my 84 gti?
Never done one on a front wheel drive car before.  ANY HINTS? Do I need to
drop both cv shafts?


Oh ya, I can see that the pressure plate and flywheel are wet.  I am
assuming gear oil.  Where could this be coming from. I know its not engine
oil cause the motor goes through none.

Ryan on his virgin clutch job


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