Hard work town driving
Discussion
It took me a while to work it all out, especially the mounting position.
Here is the thread detailing my woes and then eventual success in the fitting of the servo.
https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...
If I had to do it again, I think it is something that is easily done over a weekend.
Here is the thread detailing my woes and then eventual success in the fitting of the servo.
https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...
If I had to do it again, I think it is something that is easily done over a weekend.
jazzdude said:
It took me a while to work it all out, especially the mounting position.
Here is the thread detailing my woes and then eventual success in the fitting of the servo.
https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...
If I had to do it again, I think it is something that is easily done over a weekend.
How do you like it?Here is the thread detailing my woes and then eventual success in the fitting of the servo.
https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...
If I had to do it again, I think it is something that is easily done over a weekend.
Are you experiencing any disadvantages?
- Feel?
- Modulation?
- Not being able to leave the car in gear when parked?
To answer Dave's questions,
Yes, you can leave it in gear as normal - I only use the handbrake for hill starts.
Yes, in an ideal world it needs a vacuum tank thingy, but it really is not worth the expense.
The only time you have insufficient vacuum is if you start the car with your foot on the clutch, and expect servo assistance straight away. It's not heavy, just a bit sticky. Simple answer, foot on clutch, knock it out of gear (my driveway is flat, and as I mostly drive automatics, I always start cars with my foot on the brake), start the car, pump the clutch pedal 2 or 3 times.
After starting, there are no further issues and the clutch is much lighter. Not as light as a modern saloon, but light enough to be good in heavy town traffic. Feel is as good as the normal clutch, or even better, as you are not fighting the weight of it, not sure what you mean by modulation
Yes, you can leave it in gear as normal - I only use the handbrake for hill starts.
Yes, in an ideal world it needs a vacuum tank thingy, but it really is not worth the expense.
The only time you have insufficient vacuum is if you start the car with your foot on the clutch, and expect servo assistance straight away. It's not heavy, just a bit sticky. Simple answer, foot on clutch, knock it out of gear (my driveway is flat, and as I mostly drive automatics, I always start cars with my foot on the brake), start the car, pump the clutch pedal 2 or 3 times.
After starting, there are no further issues and the clutch is much lighter. Not as light as a modern saloon, but light enough to be good in heavy town traffic. Feel is as good as the normal clutch, or even better, as you are not fighting the weight of it, not sure what you mean by modulation
Interestingly, I drove a certain forum members orange wedge yesterday to experience the power steering I would imagine the power steering mod (electric) plus the clutch servo would properly change the driving experience hugely, especially for those of a weaker disposition 
I would imagine the power steering mod (electric) plus the clutch servo would properly change the driving experience hugely, especially for those of a weaker disposition Edited by ChilliWhizz on Saturday 1st July 16:44
Along with the clutch I also fitted a Scooby rack with electric pump. The change in the drive ability was immense, and driving around town became a civilized thing. The feel of the clutch is just right and funny enough as you can easily push the peddle right to the bottom, the gear change is also lighter and less effort is needed there too.
The feel is perfect and not artificial at all.
As described above, if you are the type that starts the car with your clutch depressed, then you need to stop doing that as it has a sticky feeling when you first let up.
Otherwise, after a second or two, the vacuum has built up and the clutch works smoothly.
The feel is perfect and not artificial at all.
As described above, if you are the type that starts the car with your clutch depressed, then you need to stop doing that as it has a sticky feeling when you first let up.
Otherwise, after a second or two, the vacuum has built up and the clutch works smoothly.
phillpot said:
Man up you lot 
Beastie is still (despite the awesome power and torque) on the original 500 clutch, and whilst it's a touch heavier than the Golf, there's not much in it... I find it pretty light actually, in fact compared to the Aston it's properly light..... (damn, I wasn't going to mention the Aston)
The power steering on John's wedge is brilliant, there's a knob (no, not me) under the dash that lets you 'dial in' how much power assistance you want at any time.... excellent piece of kit.. Obviously though as a powerfully built company director I don't need such stuff
QBee said:
How's the ejector seat install going, Chilli?
You know, the one to help you get your finely honed Adonis physique out of the Chim at the end of each drive, without resorting to crawling away on all fours?
Funnily enough, I've been seeing a physio and an osteo for the last four months and my spine and back muscles now have increased movement and I'm experiencing less pain You know, the one to help you get your finely honed Adonis physique out of the Chim at the end of each drive, without resorting to crawling away on all fours?
This has allowed me to do maintenance stuff round the house like going up a ladder and digging holes/planting trees Unfortunately all this extra mobility and exercise has now knackered my knees 
ChilliWhizz said:
QBee said:
How's the ejector seat install going, Chilli?
You know, the one to help you get your finely honed Adonis physique out of the Chim at the end of each drive, without resorting to crawling away on all fours?
Funnily enough, I've been seeing a physio and an osteo for the last four months and my spine and back muscles now have increased movement and I'm experiencing less pain You know, the one to help you get your finely honed Adonis physique out of the Chim at the end of each drive, without resorting to crawling away on all fours?
This has allowed me to do maintenance stuff round the house like going up a ladder and digging holes/planting trees Unfortunately all this extra mobility and exercise has now knackered my knees I found that concentrating on not reacting to her leaning over/lying across me to crack my joints helped me ignore the pain.....
Cannot remember if it did my back any good....but I didn't care.
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