Time for a New Clutch?

[ELEmental59437]

I've noticed that on hotter days my shifts seem to be really jerky (the car hops) but it doesnt feel like the clutch is slipping. It gets so bad that I have to turn the AC off and drive with the windows down because with it on the car jerks like a mofo. On colder days it seems ok, when its too cold I get the clutch chatter but Mazda didnt want to fix that for me. Also, the day after I raced another car (and stupidly burned up my clutch in the process) My shifts were perfect for a while until it went back to the way it was.

I basically learned how to drive stick in this car so I know it took some abuse the first few months.. and I also taught a few people how to drive stick in this car.

Can this problem be contributed to a worn clutch? Or would motor mounts be a better solution? I really dont want to spend a ton of money on this car because I just saved a good chunk for my dream car and it looks like I will be needing new rotors as it is.

 

[LinuxRacr]

You loose a litte low-end with the AC on it seems. The motor mounts would be the best upgrade unless you are going to boost your car, then you want the clutch.

 

[ELEmental59437]

Thank, if you dont mind taking the car for a spin next time you could see what I am talking about. Its not really going to be hot outside for too much longer.

 

[LinuxRacr]

Aight, bet!

 

[ELEmental59437]

bet?

 

[seakrait]

i think he meant "you bet."

 

[DooMer_MP3]

Well, I've noticed that with my AC on, my car jerks a bit when I shift normally (mainly the 1st to 2nd shift). I have to let the clutch out a lot slower to not jerk. But when I turn the AC off, its fine.

Any reason for this?

Chris