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Subject:Re: Video of Noise at Clutch Operating Lever. Help Diagnose Please?
From:Jason
Date:Sun, 25 Jun 2017 20:44:04 -0400

Sounds like the pressure plate creaking to me.

Jason

On Sun, Jun 25, 2017 at 8:24 PM, Neil N <musomuso@gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi all.
>
> I first noticed this noise at the clutch pedal area. I originally
> thought the noise was coming from the clutch master cylinder or pedal
> assembly but the noise is much louder at rear.
>
> A short youtube video showing clutch lever operating and noise I hear
>
> https://youtu.be/JpM0NNhEVSU
>
> Is this what worn out cross shaft bushings sound like? Or ?
>
> Clutch, pro rebuilt tranny, slave cylinder all have relatively low miles.
>
> After van is driven a while, clutch may shudder when engaging but I
> think that's a separate issue.
>
> Thanks.
>
> Neil.
>
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