RE: [DML] clutch weird noise

["DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxxxxx>]

The noise you are describing is usually associated with a worn throwout or
pilot bearing. Nine times out of ten it is the throwout bearing. Unless the
noise is extremely loud it's probably not something you should be overly
concerned with. Clutch throwout bearings can be noisy for thousands of miles
before they require replacement. Once again if the noise is not excessively
loud now you should just keep an ear out for any worsening of the noise. If
the noise becomes excessively loud you will need to replace the bearing. Of
course this is one of those "while you're in there" situations where it
would be more cost effective to do an entire clutch job while you are
replacing the bearing.

Clutch replacements in any car especially a DeLorean is not a "shade tree
mechanic" job and should be done by a DeLorean experienced mechanic.

DMC Joe  

-----Original Message-----
From: painterdave72 [mailto:painterdave72@xxxxxxxxx] 
Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2004 8:39 PM
To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [DML] clutch weird noise




Hey all i was just out driving my car and noticed when i got home that the
clutch was making this weird kind of rubbing or sucking noise.., almost
sounds likea  vacumn leak.. it does it more so when u push the clutch pedal
in and out.. I have a new slave and master cylinder.. so could it be air in
the line possibly?? the pedal isnt soft or anything and the clutch grabs
like it should and doesnt slip.. I have never replaced the clutch plates
though but it doesnt seem like they need it, it still grabs strong and where
it should.. and doesnt slip in any gears... Any thoughts??? Thanks.. Dave,
vin 15275..








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