Thank you for the video, the is actually another option available. Purchase the newer Citi Golf 2007 and upwards 90 degree bracket with swivel point which mounts on the fire wall. Fit the shorter clutch cable and you would have one of the softest Citi Golf clutches. I have done repairs on Citi Golf's for more than 30 years and every rebuild we do gets fitted with the modern clutch assembly.
Thanks for your comment and input. It is appreciated. I am aware of upgrading to the newer clutch mechanism at firewall, but I have also found that There are many Mk1 owners who actually still prefers the older set up. If cable is routed properly, and firewall is solid you can still have a relatively soft clutch. The problem is that Mk1 owners neglect and don't check on these things,so they will end up having a very hard Clutch, thats assuming clutch and pressure plate is not the problem .
I have a 2005 Caddy with new cable bracket setup. But in my case the clutch pedal swivel part attached to the steering rack is tearing loose. I tack welded it before but now seems like it is giving again. Very frustrating need to strip the whole dash almost and steering rack to get to this problem area. Is there after market pedal setup we dan buy to just install without all this hastle. Remove the old pedal setup and install a proper steel setup? Thanks for all your videos (just solved the fuel pump issue) Best Regards Phillip
Firstly thank you for a very informative channel. Learning a lot. My mechanic put q20 down the clutch cable, made a huge difference, I have it done about every 6months.
Hi Grant. Thanks for this tip. Yes a little bit of lubrication also does make a difference... Just not too much... I've seen some people over lubricate and it causes a mess. Thanks for watching. Pls subscribe and share.., . Cheers!
Hey thanks for the sentiment.. Unfortunately one will always have dislikes on a video.. Not all see things the same way.. Even the best, or top channels have their share of dislikes.. I do appreciate your support
Hey thanks Princie. I appreciate the compliment.. Yes, the hard mk1 clutch is a popular topic., but as I pointed out there are ways to make it softer. Thanks for viewing and visiting my channel.. Stay tuned. More topics coming
It depends if you have the older mk1.., Or the newer generation mk1, ...the older generation takes the long cable and newer generation takes the short cable..
Hi, my pedal comes not to the top completely and sometimes it stays on the floor. I have already changed the clutch cable but there is no difference. Greetings from Germany. 😀
Hi my mk1 is jacking after I changed the fuel pump 4x and is still jacking and changed all filters and the carberraiter is ok and still jacking we else can I check kindly assist
On the later velocity models your clutch runs through a box that is bolted to the firewall. They almost always wear out and break like the f@ckin door handles!!!
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy I have never seen a single MK1 golf or Citi golf that has rusted in that area. The poor design and thickness of the steel used is THE single reason the clutch cable develops issues.
Hi I have a problem, my jetta 2 1992 model started to make noise when I press the clutch. What can be the problem and what can I do to solve the problem?
I have a 2004 citi 1.4i my clutch is low and shifting really bad I did adjust the cable changed the oil seems to have the same problem can you advise me on this problem please....its the new setup/short cable
How's the pedal and firewall.. Could be that it's having a weak spot somewhere... And sometimes need welding... Have u done a thorough check on this yet
With. All. Your. Help. My. Golf. Is going. Again. After six month. Thank. You. I. Got a. Lot. Off. Respect. For. You
It is a pleasure to have been instrumental.... :)
Thank you for the video, the is actually another option available. Purchase the newer Citi Golf 2007 and upwards 90 degree bracket with swivel point which mounts on the fire wall. Fit the shorter clutch cable and you would have one of the softest Citi Golf clutches. I have done repairs on Citi Golf's for more than 30 years and every rebuild we do gets fitted with the modern clutch assembly.
Thanks for your comment and input. It is appreciated. I am aware of upgrading to the newer clutch mechanism at firewall, but I have also found that There are many Mk1 owners who actually still prefers the older set up. If cable is routed properly, and firewall is solid you can still have a relatively soft clutch. The problem is that Mk1 owners neglect and don't check on these things,so they will end up having a very hard Clutch, thats assuming clutch and pressure plate is not the problem .
I have a 2005 Caddy with new cable bracket setup. But in my case the clutch pedal swivel part attached to the steering rack is tearing loose. I tack welded it before but now seems like it is giving again. Very frustrating need to strip the whole dash almost and steering rack to get to this problem area. Is there after market pedal setup we dan buy to just install without all this hastle. Remove the old pedal setup and install a proper steel setup? Thanks for all your videos (just solved the fuel pump issue) Best Regards Phillip
The newer ones have this annoying sound of skwiking clutch and brakes pedals I went to wackers vw an audi and they messed up my pedals
Firstly thank you for a very informative channel. Learning a lot. My mechanic put q20 down the clutch cable, made a huge difference, I have it done about every 6months.
Hi Grant. Thanks for this tip. Yes a little bit of lubrication also does make a difference... Just not too much... I've seen some people over lubricate and it causes a mess. Thanks for watching. Pls subscribe and share.., . Cheers!
Can I put. A. 36. Carb on without. Any. Other. Changes. Thank. You
I just want to say to the people who dislike this video.. make a better one, in that case, because this video is very helpful
Hey thanks for the sentiment.. Unfortunately one will always have dislikes on a video.. Not all see things the same way.. Even the best, or top channels have their share of dislikes.. I do appreciate your support
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Thanks topi, snapped 3 cables in this short month. Will try your techniques on the new one today.
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy new to the channel, so pardon me. Don't know
Great videos as ever. Really great helpful channel 👍
Thank you 😊
Best content..wish there was an option to subscribe many times
Hey thanks Princie. I appreciate the compliment.. Yes, the hard mk1 clutch is a popular topic., but as I pointed out there are ways to make it softer. Thanks for viewing and visiting my channel.. Stay tuned. More topics coming
Thanks bro 4 ur advice
Yesis Sir, you a life saver!!!!!
How do I know what is the right cable to choose for my mk1. Long or short cable
It depends if you have the older mk1.., Or the newer generation mk1, ...the older generation takes the long cable and newer generation takes the short cable..
Hello PJ, that car you showed in this video, is the steering Knuckle boot available in south Africa? Because I am looking for one for right hand drive
lka😁 hopefully we see more
Hey there. Thanks for watching..,more to follow. Feel free to SUBSCRIBE..
Hi, my pedal comes not to the top completely and sometimes it stays on the floor. I have already changed the clutch cable but there is no difference. Greetings from Germany. 😀
I subscribe my friend, best assistance
Thanks a lot Jenock
Thank you sir
Hi my mk1 is jacking after I changed the fuel pump 4x and is still jacking and changed all filters and the carberraiter is ok and still jacking we else can I check kindly assist
That's a good video
I was driving my lil brothers mk1 , my left foot hurts like crazy, I was limping afterwards 😂
On the later velocity models your clutch runs through a box that is bolted to the firewall. They almost always wear out and break like the f@ckin door handles!!!
Why my car vibrates when i release a clutch padel?
Aftero I'm striving to find my guess when I cannot find 1 2 and 3 and 5 MK1. Can you help me please
How can i contact you Pj..?
i have issues of my car when i start, there is grinding sounds when i start my car..!! so am not sure if its flying wheel or bendix..please help
Hi mk1 jerks and switches off when in motion on gear 1 doesnt
Can you show us how to put in a clutch cable and accelerator
Hi .I will certainly try doing that as soon as possible....thanks for the suggestion..
0:45 - it does NOT rust, it tears. Its a known MK1 failure point because the steel is too thin and weak in this area of the firewall.
It DOES rust ,in my personal experiences ,and then tears easier due to the weak steel used ..
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy I have never seen a single MK1 golf or Citi golf that has rusted in that area.
The poor design and thickness of the steel used is THE single reason the clutch cable develops issues.
Hey PJ where can I get hold of this Short Shift Bracket please and price
Try Fastlinks 074 690 2987..Very importantly, Pls say I recommended them
Where do you get the rubber grommet at the firewall side? Should rivet or silicone or sika flex it in place, plate can drop and rub on cable.
Hi there. It comes with the clutch cable..
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy cable bought where?, the one goldwagen sells don't have a square-ish rubber, only round.
OK I see what you mean... I bought that cable a few years back at Goldwagen. They probably don't do those square grommets anymore. Thanks
U have a video how to change the clutch
Hi can somebody please help me.I replace the clutch cable but sill the clutch does'nt work.What can be the problem.Please i need help.
Hi I have a problem, my jetta 2 1992 model started to make noise when I press the clutch. What can be the problem and what can I do to solve the problem?
First thing that comes to mind is the release bearing... Have u checked on that yet?
Hi, I have a new spec, do you perhaps know how long the cable should be?
If it's new spec then u need the short cable.. Not exactly sure what the actual length is.. Carb has the long version and FI has the short version,
I have a 2004 citi 1.4i my clutch is low and shifting really bad I did adjust the cable changed the oil seems to have the same problem can you advise me on this problem please....its the new setup/short cable
How's the pedal and firewall.. Could be that it's having a weak spot somewhere... And sometimes need welding... Have u done a thorough check on this yet
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy all still in good condition thats why im confused
Check your brackets clutch pedal
Most likely a worn clutch pedal or clutch bell crack bracket.
I always struggle to get that stupid grommet through the firewall.....
Where can i buy that firewall plate
Goldwagen sell them... And also the smaller spares shops.. Im talking about Cape Town now
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy thanx
Can someone please help with a clutch pedal for newer spec golfie.. I can't find it anywhere because nobody stocks it anymore
Not even Goldwagen
@@pjs-golfmk1-diy Not Goldwagen, not the agents, not auto shops, not scrapyards😅
Is there a way around the noisy pedals skwiking 😰😰😰😭😭😭 its annoying to the core
Put some Q20 where the pedal attaches to the bracket on steering column
Thx so much mn I appreciate 👍🤔try to figer out a rattlenoise on left-hand side
I swear my mense don't think i know anything, i told them this they don't wanna listen , they just wanna held it close again instead of reinforcinh it
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