Clutch diagnosis/problems??

[jonnyquest]

Just bought a 97 GT (convt.), and after about 15 minutes of driving it home noticed the clutch getting a little harder to get into gear, and 2nd's a tad tough to.

Am i looking at a new clutch, or something else, or something more??

That'll teach me for taking someone's word when buying a car and not taking it for a good long test drive!

What's the average $$ for a new clutch these days?

Thanks all for any input.

Jon

 

[COramprat]

What do you mean harder? Is it grinding or is it like you are having to force it into gear?

 

[Rusty67]

Sounds like the clutch is out of adjustment. Does it start to grab REALLY low like almost to the floor ? You should be able to adjust the clutch easily. Put it in 1st with the car off. Step on the clutch pedal. Let it go. Pull the clutch pedal toward you with your foot all the way until it stops. Do that a few times and then try taking it for a drive and let us know how it feels.