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Subject:Re: transmission? - whiring sound w/clutch pedal
From:tp
Date:Tue, 2 Sep 2003 09:30:26 +0100

Daniel Brideau wrote:
>
> My camper has developed a "whir" when the clutch pedal is
depressed.  The
> noise is most pronounced when the gear selector is in
neutral, but it will
> make the noise in gear as well.
>
> You would never know there was a problem if you could stay
in gear all the
> time.
>
> What do I need to do, and how soon do I need to do it?

Hi Daniel,

My guess is that the noise comes from the clutch release
bearing - if slightly worn, it will make a "zizz" sort of
whirring sound as it slows down from engine speed to rest.

Mine has a similar noise, and I don't intend to do anything
about it until I have problems engaging/disengaging the
gears.  Then the engine will come out and I will have a new
bearing installed.

Best regards,

Tony