Clutch Peddle Position Adjustment

B&W_Evader · 08-25-2011, 09:59 AM

Still on my first tank of gas but can't get used to the clutch position. I'd like it to engage about an inch lower than it's current position. Anyone mess with this? Pictures?

edub370 · 08-25-2011, 11:17 AM

search "clutch spring"

B&W_Evader · 06-08-2012, 10:07 AM

So I got the clutch helper spring but it was not help... After searching the web for a few hours I ran accross some pics that showed how to do it. Sorry, can't find the link any more... So, after 11k miles, I went under there last night and ajusted my clutch engagement. All I needed to do was loosen the nut (12mm open end wrench) on the clevis and twist the rod with a needle nose plier. Only had a turn or two before it was all the way in. Then retighten the nut. Now it engages about an inch of the floor (vs about 3) Just where I like it, what a difference! Took me about half an hour to figure out the right tools and how to twist my body in the right directions. Would only take about 10 minutes the second time.

kenchan · 06-08-2012, 02:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by B&W_Evader

So I got the clutch helper spring but it was not help... After searching the web for a few hours I ran accross some pics that showed how to do it. Sorry, can't find the link any more... So, after 11k miles, I went under there last night and ajusted my clutch engagement. All I needed to do was loosen the nut (12mm open end wrench) on the clevis and twist the rod with a needle nose plier. Only had a turn or two before it was all the way in. Then retighten the nut. Now it engages about an inch of the floor (vs about 3) Just where I like it, what a difference! Took me about half an hour to figure out the right tools and how to twist my body in the right directions. Would only take about 10 minutes the second time.

a few hours? more like a frikken year!

C09 · 06-08-2012, 03:08 PM

I will be changing out my entire clutch pedal assembly (housing, arm, pedal..etc), with a new unit (under development still, by a local company).

I test fitted it last week, and it felt MUCH better, and the friction point is adjustable, so you can have it engage wherever you feel comfortable.

speedfreek · 06-08-2012, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

a few hours? more like a frikken year!

I was thinking the same thing. +1 rep

pokeyl · 06-08-2012, 04:02 PM

How does your OEM clutch feel?

see page 4

B&W_Evader · 11-20-2012, 09:55 AM

More info here:

Clutch pedal too soft/no feel? Remove the helper spring!

Look on page 29

DIGItonium · 11-20-2012, 10:02 AM

I personally would not recommend lowering clutch engagement for these cars. This might prevent the slave cylinder from fully extending and disengaging the clutch, so you might end up with clunky shifting effort.

You'll just have to get used to it and change your style. I dealt with this from an '03 350Z, but realize it's a bit easier to modulate this way especially after dealing with so much issues with engagement.

There's also an RFP clutch assembly that changes the mechanics of clutch pedal engagement.

08-25-2011, 09:59 AM	#1 (permalink)
B&W_Evader Track Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: CA Posts: 972 Drives: slower than before Rep Power: 386	Clutch Peddle Position Adjustment Still on my first tank of gas but can't get used to the clutch position. I'd like it to engage about an inch lower than it's current position. Anyone mess with this? Pictures?

08-25-2011, 11:17 AM	#2 (permalink)
edub370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: KCMO Posts: 3,458 Drives: 09 370z S/T 6MT Rep Power: 19	search "clutch spring" __________________ 09 370Z ST 6MT//Injen CAI//Greddy CBE//TP//TSW's//Swifts//Stillen lip//Whiteline sways 326whp/268tq

06-08-2012, 10:07 AM	#3 (permalink)
B&W_Evader Track Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: CA Posts: 972 Drives: slower than before Rep Power: 386	So I got the clutch helper spring but it was not help... After searching the web for a few hours I ran accross some pics that showed how to do it. Sorry, can't find the link any more... So, after 11k miles, I went under there last night and ajusted my clutch engagement. All I needed to do was loosen the nut (12mm open end wrench) on the clevis and twist the rod with a needle nose plier. Only had a turn or two before it was all the way in. Then retighten the nut. Now it engages about an inch of the floor (vs about 3) Just where I like it, what a difference! Took me about half an hour to figure out the right tools and how to twist my body in the right directions. Would only take about 10 minutes the second time. __________________ \|RIP\|6spd-sport\|OSG-LSD\|XP8\|RBF600\|Eibach Sways\|RE-71R\|FI-34Row\|Gen3-CAI\|Yaw P.S.\|

06-08-2012, 03:08 PM	#5 (permalink)
C09 Base Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: T.O. Posts: 119 Drives: 370Z 40th Rep Power: 13	I will be changing out my entire clutch pedal assembly (housing, arm, pedal..etc), with a new unit (under development still, by a local company). I test fitted it last week, and it felt MUCH better, and the friction point is adjustable, so you can have it engage wherever you feel comfortable. __________________ 40th\Eibach\StillenCBE\Tints\ShineAutoAllAround\20 "VolkRacingGT-C\SPC-CamberArms+ToeBolts\ WhiteLineF&RSways\20mmSpacers

06-08-2012, 04:02 PM	#7 (permalink)
pokeyl Track Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: DFS Posts: 891 Drives: ??? Rep Power: 54	How does your OEM clutch feel? see page 4 __________________ It's not my fault I'm old, I was born a very long time ago!

11-20-2012, 09:55 AM	#8 (permalink)
B&W_Evader Track Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: CA Posts: 972 Drives: slower than before Rep Power: 386	More info here: Clutch pedal too soft/no feel? Remove the helper spring! Look on page 29 Mt Tam I am likes this. __________________ \|RIP\|6spd-sport\|OSG-LSD\|XP8\|RBF600\|Eibach Sways\|RE-71R\|FI-34Row\|Gen3-CAI\|Yaw P.S.\|

11-20-2012, 10:02 AM	#9 (permalink)
DIGItonium A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kansas Posts: 3,800 Drives: 09 Z34-TT 6MT Rep Power: 42	I personally would not recommend lowering clutch engagement for these cars. This might prevent the slave cylinder from fully extending and disengaging the clutch, so you might end up with clunky shifting effort. You'll just have to get used to it and change your style. I dealt with this from an '03 350Z, but realize it's a bit easier to modulate this way especially after dealing with so much issues with engagement. There's also an RFP clutch assembly that changes the mechanics of clutch pedal engagement. __________________

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