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themossman · 08-17-2009, 08:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by E85LSX

I also didn't like the feel of the clutch pedal when stock. I removed a "return" spring under the dash for the clutch pedal and I like the clutch feel much better now. The spring is easy to remove or install so u guys might want to give it a shot and see if you like it!

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E85LSX · 08-18-2009, 07:00 AM

I'll try to get some up this week. But just lay on ur back with ur head under the dash and look towards the top of the clutch pedal assembly, you will see the spring I am refering to.

E85LSX · 08-23-2009, 12:02 PM

So if you are unhappy with the clutch pedal feel I would suggest removing the clutch pedal return spring. After removing this spring the force to depress the clutch is more linear. I got the idea from corvette guys that were doing it and personally I like the clutch much better with out the spring.

Ok, here's the procedure.

Tools required: None or a screwdriver to make it easier.

Step 1: pop out clutch spring by hand or with screwdriver. It is located at the top of the clutch pedal assembly under the dash.

Step 2: Drink a beer (optional)

Step 3: Drive your car and enjoy the new clutch feel.

FRKNlo · 08-23-2009, 10:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by E85LSX

So if you are unhappy with the clutch pedal feel I would suggest removing the clutch pedal return spring. After removing this spring the force to depress the clutch is more linear. I got the idea from corvette guys that were doing it and personally I like the clutch much better with out the spring.

Ok, here's the procedure.

Tools required: None or a screwdriver to make it easier.

Step 1: pop out clutch spring by hand or with screwdriver. It is located at the top of the clutch pedal assembly under the dash.

Step 2: Drink a beer (optional)

Step 3: Drive your car and enjoy the new clutch feel.

Thanks! Ill have to try and remember this if I dont like the clutch feeling.

Dre2216 · 08-24-2009, 06:50 AM

Good to know. I will keep this in mind if I don't like the clutch feeling when I pick up my car tomorrow. I have gotten so used to the clutch in my RX-8 over the last 5 years or so and it engages pretty close to the floor.

slacker · 08-24-2009, 07:21 AM

I've noticed this one mine, and even stalled the car a few times on a hill. It's that damn spring- I'll have to drink a beer tonight.

E85LSX · 08-24-2009, 12:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slacker

I've noticed this one mine, and even stalled the car a few times on a hill. It's that damn spring- I'll have to drink a beer tonight.

Let me know what you think, and don't drink to many before the test drive!

BLACK10 · 08-24-2009, 04:32 PM

the clutch is a little different than any other i have driven. does get way better with more miles and driver learning

Schlok · 08-24-2009, 06:17 PM

I noticed on the 1st to 2nd shift the clutch can be grabby (maybe not enought momentum in the flywheel at those speeds) and this makes the car a bit jumpy, also driving in dress shoes blows, so I bought a pair of driving shoes and they kick a$$ that helped out too. They stop 'making fun' for that once they go for a ride.....

truespartan · 01-25-2010, 09:04 PM

Anyone with any feedback on the the removal of the spring?

Autobot · 01-26-2010, 07:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by truespartan

Anyone with any feedback on the the removal of the spring?

I'm interested in hearing some feedback too

LisaM3 · 01-26-2010, 06:45 PM

This clutch for me has pretty much the same feel that my 1999 WS6 TransAm had so it was very easy for me to pick up. I can drive the little S10 clutch for crap though, lol!

coolcamaroZ28 · 01-26-2010, 08:13 PM

I took out the spring a few months ago after reading this post and have to say it is definately easier to push and doesn't have as much of the rubber band feeling it once did. I still find my '95 much easier to drive, but I've got 30,000 miles on that one as compared to 600 or so on the new car, so I may not be used to it just yet. No regrets on removing the spring at all...

truespartan · 01-28-2010, 11:21 PM

Well I am definitely going to remove the spring tomorrow. Ill post back with my impression.

Coolcamaro- I think you hit it on the spot, its that rubberband feeling I cant stand so hopefully it will make it better, if not I guess ill just get used to it.

Thanks

08-23-2009, 12:02 PM	#17
E85LSX Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Long Island Posts: 244	Clutch Pedal Return Spring Removal So if you are unhappy with the clutch pedal feel I would suggest removing the clutch pedal return spring. After removing this spring the force to depress the clutch is more linear. I got the idea from corvette guys that were doing it and personally I like the clutch much better with out the spring. Ok, here's the procedure. Tools required: None or a screwdriver to make it easier. Step 1: pop out clutch spring by hand or with screwdriver. It is located at the top of the clutch pedal assembly under the dash. Step 2: Drink a beer (optional) Step 3: Drive your car and enjoy the new clutch feel. Attached Images __________________ Mods: TVS2300, 3.2 pulley, American Racing Headers, Custom Cam, Coil Overs, Tuned for E85, 610RWHP* 570RWTQ Follow me on Twitter www.e85lsx.com

08-24-2009, 06:50 AM	#19
Dre2216 Drives: 1SS IOM M6 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Enfield, CT Posts: 264 View My Garage	Good to know. I will keep this in mind if I don't like the clutch feeling when I pick up my car tomorrow. I have gotten so used to the clutch in my RX-8 over the last 5 years or so and it engages pretty close to the floor. __________________ 1SS/RS-6M-Inferno Orange NKKV6J---2G1FS1EW4A9134727 SLP LM II 2/26 - Car Back From Dealer!

08-24-2009, 07:21 AM	#20
slacker Troubled 40 something Drives: 2010 IOM RS/SS M6 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 335	I've noticed this one mine, and even stalled the car a few times on a hill. It's that damn spring- I'll have to drink a beer tonight. __________________

01-25-2010, 09:04 PM	#24
truespartan Drives: 2010 1SS/M Camaro- RS Package Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Northern California Posts: 7	Anyone with any feedback on the the removal of the spring? __________________ 2010 Summit White 1SS/M Camaro- RS Package 2005 Arctic Silver Lotus Elise- Many mods

01-28-2010, 11:21 PM	#28
truespartan Drives: 2010 1SS/M Camaro- RS Package Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Northern California Posts: 7	Well I am definitely going to remove the spring tomorrow. Ill post back with my impression. Coolcamaro- I think you hit it on the spot, its that rubberband feeling I cant stand so hopefully it will make it better, if not I guess ill just get used to it. Thanks __________________ 2010 Summit White 1SS/M Camaro- RS Package 2005 Arctic Silver Lotus Elise- Many mods

08-18-2009, 07:00 AM	#16
E85LSX Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Long Island Posts: 244	I'll try to get some up this week. But just lay on ur back with ur head under the dash and look towards the top of the clutch pedal assembly, you will see the spring I am refering to.

08-24-2009, 04:32 PM	#22
BLACK10 Drives: 2010 CAMARO. 10.04@133mph, 1.4 60' Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Lafayette, Louisiana Posts: 4,585	the clutch is a little different than any other i have driven. does get way better with more miles and driver learning

08-24-2009, 06:17 PM	#23
Schlok Drives: 2015 Z/28 #397 2022 ZL1 #1799 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: DC Posts: 521	I noticed on the 1st to 2nd shift the clutch can be grabby (maybe not enought momentum in the flywheel at those speeds) and this makes the car a bit jumpy, also driving in dress shoes blows, so I bought a pair of driving shoes and they kick a$$ that helped out too. They stop 'making fun' for that once they go for a ride.....

01-26-2010, 06:45 PM	#26
LisaM3 Drives: Black w/White Rally 2SS/RSS Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 1	This clutch for me has pretty much the same feel that my 1999 WS6 TransAm had so it was very easy for me to pick up. I can drive the little S10 clutch for crap though, lol!

01-26-2010, 08:13 PM	#27
coolcamaroZ28 Camaro Addict Drives: 2010SS/1995 Z28/2005 CTSV/2007 TBSS Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 220 View My Garage	I took out the spring a few months ago after reading this post and have to say it is definately easier to push and doesn't have as much of the rubber band feeling it once did. I still find my '95 much easier to drive, but I've got 30,000 miles on that one as compared to 600 or so on the new car, so I may not be used to it just yet. No regrets on removing the spring at all...

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