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Model specific boards => Golf mk5 => Topic started by: SteveS on 25 November 2008, 23:07

Title: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: SteveS on 25 November 2008, 23:07
as my previous, my car went in and they replaced a few bits, but its not helped, it seemed to for awhile...

when changing down usually, like at the end of a road when your in 3rd say and then drop into second, lift the clutch it seems to clonk.. like it engages then re-engages..
also if im in 3rd say and push the gas then lift off the pedal as the engine slows it makes the sound again like its lose/clonk/re-engaging...

any ideas? i think TT had one, but not seen him around for awhile?
Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: topher on 26 November 2008, 11:35
What bits did they change? From your description its making noises when the engine would be rocking, which would point to a knackered mount or worn bush.. possibly in the torque arm.
Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: SteveS on 26 November 2008, 12:15
intrestingly now u said that... i did replace the torque arm insert with the neuspeed one...

the 1st time they had it in, they said they replaced the oil in clutch and nothing else. 2nd visit they did:
http://www.rockmyspace.info/image-upload/uploads/1/P231008_20.13[01].JPG

Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: topher on 26 November 2008, 12:48
To be honest we could sit here and list possibilities all day, without actually seeing/feeling it its just a guessing game. Did you fit the torque arm insert yourself, and would you be comfortable putting it back to standard just as a temporary test?
Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: WhiteGTI on 26 November 2008, 13:09
Give The_Doc an email. He said recently that although he doesn't come on here often, that if people email him he would be happy to help!

Although, as topher says its hard to assess a fault without seeing/feeling it.
Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: SteveS on 26 November 2008, 15:27
understand.

i did fit it myself, i could put it back temp, just have to find where i put it!! doh! but i think thats the best test. weather is a cack at the moment to do it...
Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: P10YRS on 30 November 2008, 15:11
Hi, Im new here.. I have a new 08 gti which knockes when ever i turn left or right while drive and under hard braking and acceraating.. its also been back 2 vw in abrigde 3 times to have the engine cover replaced as that keeps snapping the brackets and the oil cap braking off.. 2 weeks ago when it was back in it had replaced O/S engine mount and N/S top gearbox mount. it still knocks and the engine cover has gone again now its the 4th time! VW have taken pics and sent them 2 VW UK but havent came back to me yet...

Any 1 had anything like this happen to them iv only done 6641miles and had the car since july..

Sorry for hijacking the thread lol..

Ash..
Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: bacillus on 30 November 2008, 16:25
understand.

i did fit it myself, i could put it back temp, just have to find where i put it!! doh! but i think thats the best test. weather is a cack at the moment to do it...
If the Neuspeed torque mount insert went in fully and the bolt correctly torqued (iirc 74ftlb) then it's unlikely to be cause of this noise.
If you have the opportunity, you should check to make sure the mount itself isn't broken at the bushing as this has been reported in the vortex forums.
Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: SteveS on 30 November 2008, 16:26
understand.

i did fit it myself, i could put it back temp, just have to find where i put it!! doh! but i think thats the best test. weather is a cack at the moment to do it...
If the Neuspeed torque mount insert went in fully and the bolt correctly torqued (iirc 74ftlb) then it's unlikely to be cause of this noise.
If you have the opportunity, you should check to make sure the mount itself isn't broken at the bushing as this has been reported in the vortex forums.

thanks, not too mechanical myself, where do i find this?
Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: bacillus on 30 November 2008, 17:05
Have a look at this post, http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=740787&postcount=7

When you installed your nuespeed insert you had to remove then reinstall the oem bolt and that bolt goes through the hole on the right of the pic. Can I also suggest that if you didn't replace your oem bolt when you installed the insert  that you take this opportunity to do so now as well as it's a stretch bolt that is meant for single use only plus you can exclude the remote possibility that the bolt has been bent.

Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: SteveS on 30 November 2008, 17:12
pic dont load
Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: bacillus on 30 November 2008, 17:18
pic dont load
sorry about that!  :sad:
 I've linked the post I got the pic off in my original post deleting the pic insertion.

here's the link again http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?p=740787&postcount=7
Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: Saint Steve on 30 November 2008, 17:38
Hi, Im new here.. I have a new 08 gti which knockes when ever i turn left or right while drive and under hard braking and acceraating.. its also been back 2 vw in abrigde 3 times to have the engine cover replaced as that keeps snapping the brackets and the oil cap braking off.. 2 weeks ago when it was back in it had replaced O/S engine mount and N/S top gearbox mount. it still knocks and the engine cover has gone again now its the 4th time! VW have taken pics and sent them 2 VW UK but havent came back to me yet...

Any 1 had anything like this happen to them iv only done 6641miles and had the car since july..

Sorry for hijacking the thread lol..

Ash..

Sounds like Knackered CV joint to me
Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: SteveS on 30 November 2008, 17:43
right so the black bit should be wealded to the main arm?
Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: bacillus on 30 November 2008, 18:58
right so the black bit should be wealded to the main arm?
If you look at the middle of the bushing, you will see silvery bits.
That demarcates where the black part of the mount that goes into the bushing has sheared off.
Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: P10YRS on 01 December 2008, 03:39
Hi, Im new here.. I have a new 08 gti which knockes when ever i turn left or right while drive and under hard braking and acceraating.. its also been back 2 vw in abrigde 3 times to have the engine cover replaced as that keeps snapping the brackets and the oil cap braking off.. 2 weeks ago when it was back in it had replaced O/S engine mount and N/S top gearbox mount. it still knocks and the engine cover has gone again now its the 4th time! VW have taken pics and sent them 2 VW UK but havent came back to me yet...

Any 1 had anything like this happen to them iv only done 6641miles and had the car since july..

Sorry for hijacking the thread lol..

Ash..

Sounds like Knackered CV joint to me

Whats a CV Joint?..
Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: P10YRS on 03 December 2008, 10:22
VW are taking the car in monday bu tthehy wont give me a courtesy car because im only 18.. il let you know what happens monday..
Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: AlanD on 03 December 2008, 10:43
You have 08 GTI at 18 !!! Fair play. Dread to think what your insruance is  :shocked:

Mine is going in a few weeks for some work, how old do you need to be for the courtesy car as im going to need one to get back home (im 21).
Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: SteveS on 03 December 2008, 10:51
21 will be fine
Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: AlanD on 03 December 2008, 10:52
:) Ta
Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: P10YRS on 03 December 2008, 16:38
You have 08 GTI at 18 !!! Fair play. Dread to think what your insruance is  :shocked:

Mine is going in a few weeks for some work, how old do you need to be for the courtesy car as im going to need one to get back home (im 21).

My insurance isnt 2 bad 2600 on my mums name.. the car is only going to be in 4 the day so i dont need a coutesy car as il use the van 4 work..
Title: Re: odd sounds (RE: manual post)
Post by: AlanD on 03 December 2008, 17:11
My insurance isnt 2 bad 2600 on my mums name..

IMO your MENTAL running the risk of getting caught "fronting" on a car like this but thats a debate for another day.