Struggling to get into second from third Options

[Rod]

Help please guys -

1973 914 is really difficult to downshift from third to second when warm - seems to be far easier when cold, but after a run it gets much harder, feels like the clutch isn't engaging properly..

Clutch or bushing problem do you think? Is the clutch adjustable? I don't think that my cable tube has broken..

[orthobiz]

There's a special Delrin nut on the clutch cable and I have poor luck with it over the years, I adjust the clutch now and then when it's more reluctant to disengage. I've double nutted it in the past and always put a fresh nut on any new cable. But I think I've experienced what you're talking about: it's like it wants to hold onto third gear and not let you out of it, right?

Also, if I'm downshifting from third into second I often double clutch out of habit from all the cars I've owned in the 70's. Once you've ever had an Alfa you get quite good at it and it's become second nature.

Paul