Hi all,
I'm at a loss to solve this problem (as is the PO, a friend with whom I still talk with and twist wrenches on occasion).
Inga, our 74 1.8 is in need of a clutch adjustment midway into every tank of gas. Initially I suspected a frayed clutch cable (now replaced). The replacement needed to be wound to its max adjustment out of the box, and I've since shimmed it with about 3/8" of washers in addition.
I proposed to Gord (the PO) that it may be the thrust button failing, but he assured me that he would <never> have done the rear main seal (about 10k mi ago) without ensuring the nylon button was not retrofitted with the steel 911 spec part. He's had a dozen + of teeters and I trust this statement.
There are no signs of clutch slip. There is no noise from the release bearing. The pedal box is in good condition and well lubed.
What might be left except for this $5 part? Anyone?
If I pull the drivetrain I'm the type that will get silly on the other details I find. Please stop me before I get silly! Any ideas?
Dave