Clutch shudder at takeoff

[Burg Boxster]

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Anyhow, could be a number of things... more likely one of the following as opposed to overly-hyped IMS* issues:

- When was the last time clutch was bled? Should be done at a min every 2yrs w/ brakes but most dealers will skip unless you specifically request.

- Possible Master Cylinder issues?

- Possible bad motor mount?

- Possible clutch going bad. Any slippage in other gears?

- Possible bad clutch work? No offense meant but Porsche clutches have more travel and different pick up points than most other manual cars out there. To that point, from driving various Porsche models, the Boxster clutch is even different than other P-cars IMNSHO.

So, I'd start w/ something cheap like bleeding the brakes and clutch.

Good luck


* Yes, I agree some IMS issues exist and Porsche should stand behind within reason. However, from my experience and subscribing to numerous active forums, it's not nearly to the chicken little "sky is falling" extent some who profit from selling allegedly 'better' aftermkt replacements would lead you to believe.

[jcb986]

In my experience with clutches and this goes back to my hot rod days. When revving the engine and letting out the clutch you get a point of slippage this then can cause hot spots on the pressure plate and the flywheel and usually will fade away after the engine "clutch assembly" warms up. Basically hot rodding and usually us guys like to get it on. Also, the other forum members have some good point of views. If it's an oil leak from the IMS or rear seal, you should have an oil leak so check under the engine. As I understand it, the clutch usually needs to be replaced once it has about 70K miles on it. City driving can wear on it faster.

Yeah, that is why I got one with a TIP.