Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Clutch Squeal

[DArnold]

When I depress my clutch I hear a ringing sound. Almost a squeal?? Anyone hear know what could be going on? I could use some help...





'99 2500 5-Speed 4WD 175,000 miles

 

[NoSeeUm]

Throw out bearing seizing?

 

[Supermod56]

Is it the original clutch? With that many miles on it, it's sure to be the throwout bearing is toast, will eventually wear away the fingers on the pressure plate. Toss a SBC in it and you will be good to go



Tom

 

[PRout]

Possible Pilot Bearing going bad.



When you depress the clutch, the pilot bearing is allowing the input shaft to spin free of the flywheel.

 

[DArnold]

Thanks guys. Had my clutch replaced, went with SBC Rally, today. I do not have any horsepower mods so I do not need the more expensive powerful clutches that are out there. Had fly wheel turned and changed out all bearings. If anyone in the UT area is in need of a good mechanic for our trucks look no farther than Ken Jones of Performance Diesel. He does great work and is fast!!

 

[GCroyle]

Follow-up

What did you find on the removed parts, condition of pilot bearing, mainshaft pilot and clutch bearing. We just changed a 5 speed with about the same mileage and the TOB was dry and had the free spin sound of a bearing that didn't have any significant amount of grease in it. Clutch was on it's last leg.

 

[DArnold]

The clutch was also on it's last leg. The pilot bearing was not in as bad of shape but the throw out was not looking good. Overall I am satisfied so far with the job. What a light clutch pedal I have now. Love it!!