The previous owner installed a lightweight flywheel and some sort of clutch (I am not sure which one) and at low speeds 1st or 2nd gear, the car makes a really noticable high pitch sound. The sound immediately goes away when the clutch is pushed in. This sound only occurs at low speed driving around 10-15mph. The clutch seems to be alright. Any ideas to why this is happening?

 

t.o bearing ... but the noise should go away when clutch is out and come on when clutch is in

 

There is a problem with the power steering pump. This is a know problem. There is a TSB on this and a very good post about it on Rennlist. Also get it fixed right away as it can cause a nasty engine fire when the pressure switch lets go.

Craig

 

yes. exactly wat y65mph said. power steering pump.

 

Power Steering Pump? Everything is fine with the powersteering. Its the clutch that is hard and then soft. When the sound is occuring, by pressing the clutch in, the sounds goes away completely. I don't see how that can be linked to the power steering??

 

The clutch actuation is hydraulic, driven by the same pump as the power steering.

 

Any idea on the cost to repair this?

 

I have the same problem now and I had the delar ordered one for me about US$270. You may get cheaper in US.

 

BLK: This will answer most/all of your questions.

http://forums.rennlist.com/rennforum...hlight=whining

 

Just what I needed! Thanks a lot for your help!