Hard Manual Shifting Into Gears (Page 2/5)
Fieros4evr AUG 04, 01:04 AM
I really appreciate all your help Patrick. I have started looking for a new clutch pedal and will order a replacement. I am also going to do what you did making an adjustable extension to the banjo. I will keep you posted with the results.

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Patrick AUG 04, 01:34 AM

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Originally posted by Fieros4evr:

I have started looking for anew clutch pedal and will order a replacement. I am also going to do what you did making an adjustable extension to the banjo.



You should only have to do one or the other.

Make sure the cause of your low pedal isn't simply a bent banjo. It does happen.



And yes, the loop is installed pointing up.

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Fieros4evr AUG 04, 02:28 AM
That photo helps. Thanks. So I decided to go and take a closer look underneath the d/s dash for a closer look at the clutch setup. Here is what I am seeing:


What is this pink/yellow wire for? I noticed that added wire to the connector.


I also noticed that the white plastic piece is not functional and hanging loosely to the top clutch pedal arm, What does that do? Thanks.
Fieros4evr AUG 04, 02:30 AM
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Patrick AUG 04, 03:18 AM

That white switch, which has been bypassed with a jumper, is a safety feature to prevent trying to start the car while in gear. With the way it was configured at the factory, the starter couldn't be energized unless the clutch pedal was depressed.
Fieros4evr AUG 04, 03:30 AM
Thank You. Patrick, You have taught me a lot today. I was looking at the master cylinder rod that you mentioned. (Photos below).So far not bent and it was positioned just like your photo. I ordered the clutch pedal. I will let you know when it arrives and is installed.


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Patrick AUG 04, 04:37 AM

Your banjo to pedal mount looks rather funky. I suspect you have a mismatch going on there. This page will explain it.
stevep914 AUG 04, 06:13 PM
As usual Patrick’s info is spot on,! Your tape measure photos show only about 1/2 inch of slave travel - far from enough. Either the pedal replacement and/or adjustable banjo should give you enough. Trust me ; been there done that!
Fieros4evr AUG 05, 03:40 AM
I can’t thank you both enough. This information is greatly appreciated. I will plan on switching out the pedal and banjo. I will provide an update once these parts are replaced.
Fieros4evr AUG 14, 10:42 PM
- UPDATE -

Finally, The new clutch pedal & bushings arrived. I will have a following update once this is installed. Please feel free to share any thoughts or advice.

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