90 Talon TSi Manual Tranny

[catalin1]

I am looking at buying one of the above. Only problem that it has is that the clutch won't release. After doing a little searching and asking around I've been told that it's either a hydraulic adjustement or worn 'detent 'balls.
Anyone know what the balls are?? And where they're located?

 

[99gst_racer]

I'm assuming that you're referring to the pivot ball. It's located underneath the fork - it's the pivot point for the fork (hence the name). Search "pivot ball", and you'll be overwhelmed with threads regarding that topic.

 

[Lucky13]

You might want to also look at adjusting the master cylinder at the pedal assembly. It's fairly easy to do, and an easy fix if it works. A quick search will also lead to plenty of threads on the subject.

 

[catalin1]

thanks guys..

I just went out to the car and the master cylinder is completely dry. That explains this issue so far. Thing is the car is coming from a knowledgeable mechanic and I think he would have checked the fluid before. If the fluid doesn't fix it, is it a common problem on these vehicles?

 

[1990whitetsiawd]

Normally the fluid doesn't just disappear so it sounds like you have a leaky master cylinder. Which is fixed by buying a new one.

 

[02HtownSubie]

I have a very similar problem before with my 90 GSX. It turn out the clutch fluid is leaking slowly from clutch slave cylinder at the boot and eventually the clutch is hard to release or the clutch pedal is drop to the floor without any pressure, since the car is 17 years old. I am sure you could smell the clutch fluid ordor some time if you have a leak.

 

[catalin1]

Well this car has been sitting in our work parking lot since July, it hasn't moved at all.

The owner, which it given to him had agreed to sell it to me for $250 but I'm wondering if he's changed his mind. We'll see how things work out next week when I get back to work.