mk1 clutch problems

[nickwebb]

recently bought an mr2 that had been standing for 5 months, the previous owner said that the clutch was fine but it seems to be slipping, i have heard of a layer of rust gathering on flywheels when they are left sitting, also it there any way to adjust the clutch?

[superchargedsam]

as far as im aware fella there isnt any adjustment as the clutch is slef adjusting on the 4AGE units ! how bad is the slip ?

[nickwebb]

it seems quite bad, but if you really drop the clutch hard the car will still give a little wheelspin, also the clutch does seem quite light with quite a high up bighting point

[superchargedsam]

hmm was going to suggest fresh fluids but dont think this will help in this case but might be worth a try !

[nickwebb]

could the clutch maybe have air in it, also how do you change/bleed the system?

[superchargedsam]

its possible its got air although from being stood this shouldnt have happened but might be worth checking it ! Pauls your man for clutch bleeding as this is something I havent done for about 8 years on an MR2 !

[lodgeman]

you can adjust the pedal travel!

[nickwebb]

hopefully paul will see this later when he comes online

lodgeman- how do you adjust the travel

[lodgeman]

the pedal assembly is adjutable from under the drivers footwell, if i can find a link i will post.

http://www.mr2mk1club.com/repairsp93.html

[Paul Woods]

indeed,as mr lodgeman says you can adjust the pedal biting point at the pedal....a 5 minute job but you need to be double jointed!

If that doesnt sort it try bleeding the clutch several times,the nipple (be mature lads,ha ha i said nipple) is on the clutch slave cylinder bracket,also check the cylinder isnt leaking,peel back the rubber boot and see if fluid spills out....ive got a few spare slave cylinders if you want one free.

[nickwebb]

cheers paul, i will have a look