Troubleshooting Clutch/Shifting issue?

[mgfranz]

Well, it looks like I am going to be pulling the transmission... Replaced the master and slave cylinder, bled the system completely and the problem still exists.

But before I order any parts, I want to see exactly where the problem is. As for ordering parts, I have heard that I can use the 987 S clutch and pressure plate which is suppose to provide a greater clamping force, since I have a 5 speed. Can anyone comment on this?

[JAAY]

I believe you are right. Just make sure that order a 5speed setup if that is what you have or a 6speed setup. I have a 987 5speed plate and disc in my car now. I have for years. Good luck with the project and please fill us in on the results. Please take pictures too.

[mgfranz]

So I pulled the tranny today, actually went easier than I expected. Learned a few things along the way which I will share later. As for what I found, the clutch is gone, down to the rivets on the pressure plate side, which created a nice little groove in the plate. The throwout bearing is bad, nice groove from where the pressure plate had been riding. When inspecting the flywheel, it has a good amount of heat marks on it, no cracks or grooves, and it has about 15mm of play which I am told is acceptable. Still considering if I should change it or not, perhaps just a good cleanup...

I'm ordering a new 987 5 speed plate, disk and bearing, which I hope is here before next weekend, here are some pics.

Pressure plate


Clutch disk


Flywheel


Flywheel

[healthservices]

If you are here in the OC pm me, I have a guy who suppose to be able to resurface a dual mass for me for less than $100