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8/11/2013 7:00 AM  #1


Clutch pedal noise

I have a 66 289 with a 4 speed.  Sometimes when I push the clutch in, I feel and hear a popping noise when the clutch pedal is about 1/4 to 1/2 travel down.  It never happens when the pedal is coming up.  It does not happen all the time.  It does not affect shifting.  It is just annoying.  What are some possible causes.

 

8/11/2013 10:03 AM  #2


Re: Clutch pedal noise

Most likely your clutch pedal bushings are shot.  See http://www.mustangsteve.com/clutchbearings.html for details.  When they wear out to the point where they start popping, you may notice the pedals not sitting evenly under the dash, and the brake pedal may move when you push on the clutch pedal.  The big spring mounts can be worn also, and the spring may be binding as it travels.

You could also have some linkage problems with the Z-bar or mechanical linkage between the pedal and the bellhousing.  If your bushings are worn, it may look like the picture.


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8/12/2013 12:37 PM  #3


Re: Clutch pedal noise

Thanks, Steve.  I am going to take it apart this evening.  I will let you know what I find.

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8/14/2013 1:11 PM  #4


Re: Clutch pedal noise

MS, Took it off and sent it to you for modification service.  The plastic bushing were worn out and the pot metal bushing were also worn and loose.

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8/14/2013 5:46 PM  #5


Re: Clutch pedal noise

Thanks!  Diagnosis was spot-on !


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