what an annoying racket this makes? is it hard to do? how much parts and labour am i looking at?

 

yes you are right it is a horrible noise!!

about £15 parts and gearbox out , you might as well change the clutch while your there

 

does that mean the clutch is gone 2? the car has got a paddle clutch.is the thrust bearing part of the clutch?

 

The bearing sits on the end of the clutch release arm, when you press the clutch the arm moves the bearing towards the clutch pressure plate and releases pressure on the friction plate. If the clutch has a few miles on it then as Serv said it makes sence to change the lot when the box is out. If you dont wanna fork out for a new paddle clutch and it's not showing any signs of wear (slipping etc) then just changing the bearing will get rid of the noise.

 

just out of intrest what sort of noise does this make ??? I have a nasty 'whining' noise when getting the biting point in reverse and 1st, once the gears are engaged the noise dissapears.................its also a erst s2 with an ap 4 paddle clutch, anyone ??

Duncan

 

mine started doing that but it does it in all gears now.urs will probably become like mine in time.the clutch is fine (no slip at all) will change just the bearing.appreciate your help/advice.any further comments welcomed.cheers