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oo-gonzo
03-10-2007, 07:57 PM
My clutch or something is chirping like a bird. When I push the clutch pedal, It stops. When the pedal is released, then it starts chirping again. What is that?
QWKSNKE
03-10-2007, 08:19 PM
throw out bearing.

Some cars make noise, some don't. Its more of annoying issue than anything else..
Craig K.
03-10-2007, 09:15 PM
definatly a TOB
Purple1995Pony
03-11-2007, 07:34 AM
time to put a new one in ... before it implodes! been there done that..... and it ain't pretty.
TheJeanyus
03-11-2007, 09:50 PM
throw out bearing.

Some cars make noise, some don't. Its more of annoying issue than anything else..

:werd:

I wouldn't worry about it until it blows up unless it starts getting so loud you just can't stand it any more.
oo-gonzo
03-12-2007, 08:42 PM
It is very loud and annoiying! Would you guys recommend putting a whole new clutch in? I have heard that you should go ahead and upgrade clutches if you have it cracked open to repair a TOB. If so, what Clutch kits do you recommend for a street application? I can't afford to pay $300-$500 for a clutch kit. I know centerorce has a kit for like $400. Thats way to much for me right now. I can probably spend around $200. Any suggestions?
QWKSNKE
03-12-2007, 08:45 PM
See what Coupe can get you a Spec stg 1 clutch kit for.

If he can't get in your price range, the FMS King Cobra clutch will do very well.
CrimsonRacing
03-13-2007, 06:51 AM
I've also been thru the chirping deal before,when I had the '88.....

touch the clutch pedal and it was quiet.........release and the chirp returned.


I just went ahead and did the entire package with a Spec Stage II.......

silent as a mouse after that......





:metal:
oo-gonzo
03-14-2007, 06:54 PM
Thanks Guys!
NightHawk756
03-18-2007, 05:10 PM
See what Coupe can get you a Spec stg 1 clutch kit for.

If he can't get in your price range, the FMS King Cobra clutch will do very well.

:werd:

The King Cobra can be had through Summit for $163 and change. It's supposedly 40% better than oem and decently priced. I think it will be the best option for you at the moment for your price restrictions. ;)
Disney Lincoln
03-19-2007, 10:58 PM
What clutch cable and stuff do you have? You can just put an adjustable cable/quadrant/firewall adjuster in it and put a very slight amount of tension on it and it will keep it from chirping.
oo-gonzo
03-20-2007, 03:02 PM
Is that difficult to do?
Disney Lincoln
03-21-2007, 09:59 PM
Very easy. One of the most common mods.

The best you can get...

http://www.maximummotorsports.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_75&products_id=385