Rattling while clutch is pressed inward
#1
Rotary Enthusiast
Thread Starter
iTrader: (4)
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: California
Posts: 1,114
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Rattling while clutch is pressed inward
This is a strange problem that actually started today when I got home. When I press the clutch inwards and hold it to the floor, I hear a rattling noise coming from the clutch/tranny area. If I take my foot off of the clutch pedal the noise goes away, which leads me to believe something clutch related is wrong.
I never heard the noise before, today is the first day I hear it. After searching I found out that it could be either a bad pilot bearing or a clutch release bearing. This sucks, but it couldn't have happened at a better time, because i'm starting my vacuum hose job tomorrow and the car will be down maby a couple of weeks. Anybody have an idea of what I should be looking to replace here?
I never heard the noise before, today is the first day I hear it. After searching I found out that it could be either a bad pilot bearing or a clutch release bearing. This sucks, but it couldn't have happened at a better time, because i'm starting my vacuum hose job tomorrow and the car will be down maby a couple of weeks. Anybody have an idea of what I should be looking to replace here?
#2
TurboRX7.com
iTrader: (6)
you are guided in the exactly correct direction. either pilot or throw out bearing.
My pilot bearing killed me for about a year. it started making weird sounds whenever the clutch was in. Finally it popped and seized my tranny and my engine together. that sucked. countless hours trying to pry them apart.
my throw out bearing also started to die and makes a smooth rattle sound as the ball bearings strive to do their job.
My pilot bearing killed me for about a year. it started making weird sounds whenever the clutch was in. Finally it popped and seized my tranny and my engine together. that sucked. countless hours trying to pry them apart.
my throw out bearing also started to die and makes a smooth rattle sound as the ball bearings strive to do their job.
#3
Rotary Enthusiast
Thread Starter
iTrader: (4)
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: California
Posts: 1,114
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
At least now I know what the problem could be. I also found the Pilot bearing is only $10 from Mazda, so Im gonna do that and the rear main seal as well while im there. Does anybody have any links to a "How To" for replacing the throw out bearing and what tools i'll need?
#7
TurboRX7.com
iTrader: (6)
i have a video or two on pilot bearing stuff on my youtube channel should be a link in my sig. Remember to install the pilot bearing, grease it up, then install the pilot bearing seal. PM me for details. The seal seems easier to install on the transmission shaft instead of putting it in the engine side with the bearing.
Trending Topics
#9
Rotary Enthusiast
Thread Starter
iTrader: (4)
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: California
Posts: 1,114
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
The biggest question I have is how do I actually remove the transmission to get to these parts? I know I need a jack because im familiar with jacking the tranny up ( I had to do that during my oil pan gasket repair) If anybody has done this before, just wondering, if theres a step by step guide on what to do. BTW thanks rdahm for that video, its a lot of help
#10
Rotary Enthusiast
Thread Starter
iTrader: (4)
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: California
Posts: 1,114
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I've thinking long and hard about replacing the clutch while im there, because this is gonna be a LOT of work. Is it possible to replace the clutch with an aftermarket OEM replacement like the stage 1 Exedy and use the factory pressure plate, or do I need to buy the whole kit?
#11
Mr. Links
iTrader: (1)
I've thinking long and hard about replacing the clutch while im there, because this is gonna be a LOT of work. Is it possible to replace the clutch with an aftermarket OEM replacement like the stage 1 Exedy and use the factory pressure plate, or do I need to buy the whole kit?
#12
Rotary Enthusiast
Thread Starter
iTrader: (4)
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: California
Posts: 1,114
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I just received the Exedy clutch OEM organic clutch kit today, and I read that it says, that the flywheel must be resurfaced prior to installation, is that true?
#13
Rotary Enthusiast
Thread Starter
iTrader: (4)
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: California
Posts: 1,114
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Ok, im finishing up soon on a vacuum hose job, and I was wondering does anything under the hood need to be removed in order to remove the transmission to perform the clutch job? I ask because I would like to finish everything 100% under the hood before I start the clutch
#15
Brappable.
iTrader: (6)
+1 In the beginning i would take off the UIM but then a friend here on the forums lent me a tool that allowed me to reach the bolts on top of the bell housing. It's a tight fit, but a long 14mm (IIRC) wrench can get in there. sockets might have a really hard time fitting.
I would recommend like someone (else did) replacing the clutch fork as well because the vibrating in my pedal went for about a week and then the fork snapped.
I would recommend like someone (else did) replacing the clutch fork as well because the vibrating in my pedal went for about a week and then the fork snapped.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
ZaqAtaq
New Member RX-7 Technical
2
09-05-15 08:57 PM