F. Annoying clutch!!!!

MGY · 11-14-2011, 07:29 PM

I have this annoying clutch issue when I'm shifting from 1st to 2nd gear. after reading some 370z owners complaining about the same clutch issue, I am convinced that this is a standard issue for this vehicle. I had enough with this clunky @ss clutch. Before taking it to the Dirito Bros for an inspection, I would like some advice from the well-informed 370z owners because I want to ask right questions to these clowns at the dealerships. Thank you in advance.

anthonyy · 11-15-2011, 12:24 PM

yeah man, the shift from 1st to 2nd is the 'notchiest'. I also get a kind of 'click' when shifting to 3rd sometimes (ppl said I was "forcing" it?). It's common, our transmission is just clunky like that... night and day when compared to Audi S4...

MGY · 11-16-2011, 03:11 PM

Thanks Anthony. I feel little relieved after reading your comment. Is there any other mechanical issues I should be aware about?

anthonyy · 11-16-2011, 05:48 PM

Nope, none that I know of. Have fun with the car!

Edit: maybe oil temps if you track the car, but if not, I wouldn't worry about it

vividracing · 11-16-2011, 06:04 PM

If you guys think the 370Z trans is bad, try driving a vintage manual trans sports car!

A notchy shift from 1st to 2nd is totally normally. As long as it's not grinding, and the clutch is adjusted properly, you're fine. If possible, drive another low mileage Z to compare.

370Zsteve · 11-16-2011, 06:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vividracing

If you guys think the 370Z trans is bad, try driving a vintage manual trans sports car!

A notchy shift from 1st to 2nd is totally normally. As long as it's not grinding, and the clutch is adjusted properly, you're fine. If possible, drive another low mileage Z to compare.

Completely agree. These kids today, friggin' NOOBS. Y'all wouldn't last 5 minutes in my old Alfa before you were wetting your pants.

anthonyy · 11-17-2011, 12:14 PM

^ lol sure thing Steve.

Never said the trans was bad, check the post before you go running your clown mouth

vividracing · 11-17-2011, 12:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 370Zsteve

Completely agree. These kids today, friggin' NOOBS. Y'all wouldn't last 5 minutes in my old Alfa before you were wetting your pants.

Hey, I'm a "kid"! I'm only 22, but I've driven cars of all ages. I always laugh when I hear people saying RHD cars are awkward because of the shifting.... Try a Ford Model T :O

11-14-2011, 07:29 PM	#1 (permalink)
MGY Base Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: walnut creek, norcal Posts: 21 Drives: 2009-370z-white-mt Rep Power: 14	F. Annoying clutch!!!! I have this annoying clutch issue when I'm shifting from 1st to 2nd gear. after reading some 370z owners complaining about the same clutch issue, I am convinced that this is a standard issue for this vehicle. I had enough with this clunky @ss clutch. Before taking it to the Dirito Bros for an inspection, I would like some advice from the well-informed 370z owners because I want to ask right questions to these clowns at the dealerships. Thank you in advance.

11-16-2011, 06:04 PM	#5 (permalink)
vividracing The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Gilbert, AZ Age: 37 Posts: 7,306 Drives: 350Z,370Z,GTR Rep Power: 38	If you guys think the 370Z trans is bad, try driving a vintage manual trans sports car! A notchy shift from 1st to 2nd is totally normally. As long as it's not grinding, and the clutch is adjusted properly, you're fine. If possible, drive another low mileage Z to compare. __________________ Rocky @ Vivid ♦ 480.966.3040 x236 ♦ Rocky@vividracing.com Email, PM, or call me directly for aggressive The370Z.com member pricing!!!

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11-15-2011, 12:24 PM	#2 (permalink)
anthonyy A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Los Gatos, CA Posts: 1,027 Drives: Lexus CT Rep Power: 16	yeah man, the shift from 1st to 2nd is the 'notchiest'. I also get a kind of 'click' when shifting to 3rd sometimes (ppl said I was "forcing" it?). It's common, our transmission is just clunky like that... night and day when compared to Audi S4...

11-16-2011, 03:11 PM	#3 (permalink)
MGY Base Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: walnut creek, norcal Posts: 21 Drives: 2009-370z-white-mt Rep Power: 14	Thanks Anthony. I feel little relieved after reading your comment. Is there any other mechanical issues I should be aware about?

11-16-2011, 05:48 PM	#4 (permalink)
anthonyy A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Los Gatos, CA Posts: 1,027 Drives: Lexus CT Rep Power: 16	Nope, none that I know of. Have fun with the car! Edit: maybe oil temps if you track the car, but if not, I wouldn't worry about it

11-17-2011, 12:14 PM	#7 (permalink)
anthonyy A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Los Gatos, CA Posts: 1,027 Drives: Lexus CT Rep Power: 16	^ lol sure thing Steve. Never said the trans was bad, check the post before you go running your clown mouth