Noisy clutch

[Jayjay]

Ive got a Mk3 GTi 8 V,

I recently had a problem with the clutch cable retaining clip falling out just as I got on the M25 (Nightmare), anyway refitted a new one, now I have several problems:

1: I have to wrestle to get into first gear
2: when i depress the clutch all the way in to change from first to second,second to third  theres a grinding noise.
3: when driving at a steady speed theres something rattling from the engine.

Could it be that the clutch is on its way out, Ive had the thing changed six month ago.

Someone please help!!!!!!!!!!

[Gambit]

sounds like the clutch aint fully engaging

[Jayjay]

maybe it is the clutch cable? il change it tomorrow, rather the cable then the clutch.

[Gambit]

yeah its a hell of a lot easier to change n adjust the cable than it is a clutch!!