2 problems, car dies with clutch in and a loud rattle

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sweetdreams6t9
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Joined: Sun Jul 11, 2010 6:09 pm
Car: Nissan 300zx 2+2 N/A
Location: Canada

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Hey guys, Ive got two issues.

Number one... So like when I'm driving, if I push the clutch in the revs will drop and the car will shut off. It doesn't happen when I shift, just when the clutch is in for any length of time. It's kinda dangerous... I was wondering what could be the cause.

Second, there's this like, really loud rattle from the back end. Its not the exhaust. You can hear it when I'm driving and I hit a bump, or there's any unevenness of the road. I'm so confused as to what it is :(

Thanks for the help!


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BigTDogg (MA)
Posts: 4194
Joined: Wed Aug 29, 2007 8:26 am
Car: 1990 Nissan 300ZX TT
Location: Boston MA

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Engine mod list for diagnosing the stalling please.

The rattle could be your sway bar bushings, the heat shield for the cats has worked loose or a wheel bearing.

nissanfreak12
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Joined: Sun Jan 23, 2011 4:07 pm
Car: 92 300zx 2+2 TT
Location: Denver, CO

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How old are your struts? they like to rattle when the are done. Also check the all bolts/nuts connecting, had a friends car have the same issue, couple shops tried to screw him and all it was a loose bolt


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