Originally Posted by just4fun
I have a 74 Ascona with 4 speed tranny. In first gear I have to have the clutch pedal right at the top with nothing to give in order for it to catch. In reverse it's still at the top for there is a little left. I haven't had the car driving fast enough to check the other gears. I'm 95 percent sure it needs a new clutch but I'm also wonder if it could be the scyro's since it acts different between the two gears or can I tighten the cable on the clutch to see if that helps? Thanks!
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I would try adjusting the clutch first (stud and nut on the back of the bell housing) Adjust it by taking the e-clip out of the clutch cable at the firewall, loosen the jam nut on the stud and turn it in or out until you have 3/4 inch play on the throw out arm and lock the jamb nut. Go to the clutch cable and pull it out as far as it will come and put the e-clip in the second groove from the firewall. Good luck