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GENERAL / 2008 i30 FD clutch damper delete
« Last post by i30CRDI May 11, 2026, 02:27:41 »Hi Folks,
I recently removed the clutch damper and installed a blanking plug after having trouble changing down gears, it definitely made a difference.
After around 1 week however the slave cylinder failed and was leaking fluid, after removal I could see it was on its way out and quite badly rusted out internally so could have been a case of the straw that broke the camels back.
I have now ordered a new slave and master cylinder but wondering if I should replace the blank plug with a new damper. Has anyone done the delete and not had any issues afterwards? I'm happy to leave the blank plug in but wonder if any issues such as possible excess pressure popping the seals on the slave or master if the damper is not in place.
Cheers
Mark
I recently removed the clutch damper and installed a blanking plug after having trouble changing down gears, it definitely made a difference.
After around 1 week however the slave cylinder failed and was leaking fluid, after removal I could see it was on its way out and quite badly rusted out internally so could have been a case of the straw that broke the camels back.
I have now ordered a new slave and master cylinder but wondering if I should replace the blank plug with a new damper. Has anyone done the delete and not had any issues afterwards? I'm happy to leave the blank plug in but wonder if any issues such as possible excess pressure popping the seals on the slave or master if the damper is not in place.
Cheers
Mark
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