E
Eamonn
Hi all,
I bought my '68 Beach from Listers in Worcester two and a half years ago, and still absolutely love it. However, there has been an occasional problem with it shuddering when taking off in first gear. As I let the clutch out and start to move, it shudders for a second or two and then all is good. I haven't noticed clutch slip in any gears, I've only experienced this taking off in first gear. It doesn't always happen, but it can be very pronounced when it does, which really detracts from the otherwise great driving experience. My wife says it's even more noticeable when sitting in the back.
I asked Listers to check it on each of the first two services, but they couldn't reproduce the problem. It's now in for its third service with them and I've asked them to investigate beyond taking it for a test drive. I don't want to take it back unfixed and then be out of warranty in a few months time!
Wondering if anyone else has experienced similar. I found a few threads about similar symptoms on DSG calis, but mine is a manual.
Any insights appreciated!!
I bought my '68 Beach from Listers in Worcester two and a half years ago, and still absolutely love it. However, there has been an occasional problem with it shuddering when taking off in first gear. As I let the clutch out and start to move, it shudders for a second or two and then all is good. I haven't noticed clutch slip in any gears, I've only experienced this taking off in first gear. It doesn't always happen, but it can be very pronounced when it does, which really detracts from the otherwise great driving experience. My wife says it's even more noticeable when sitting in the back.
I asked Listers to check it on each of the first two services, but they couldn't reproduce the problem. It's now in for its third service with them and I've asked them to investigate beyond taking it for a test drive. I don't want to take it back unfixed and then be out of warranty in a few months time!
Wondering if anyone else has experienced similar. I found a few threads about similar symptoms on DSG calis, but mine is a manual.
Any insights appreciated!!