Strange Sound

[AussieMark]

Hey Guys, just new to R35 ownership...... mine has a rattling/scratching sound at idle and start-up. The old owner told me it is the dual clutch??? I recall reading something somewhere??? Is this common????

[MJR35]

Mark, Congrats on your GTR.... I am also a new owner, and there are all sorts of noises from my GTR that the dealer took me through when I picked it up during delivery, obviously a standard practice to make sure new owners dont get too worried on the noises. So i am not sure you need to be worried. Remember at startup / idle the drivetrain is turning to the rear gearbox which is in Park.. There are also those odd noises you hear driving at slow speeds or parking etc.. As you know its not a traditional Auto, as it engages those dual clutches and three differentials..

Ask the Dealer to check if you are still worried.. Good Luck..

[Wardski]

how many kms, and has it had the trans/diff oils replaced recently? Could also be running aftermarket oils, which tend to make other noises more apparent

[AussieMark]

Thanks for the feedback guys. I'm sure the cause is just the reasons you mentioned Mike. It wouldn't be running aftermarket oils as it's only had one service by a dealer. It's got 5000km on it....last week when I bought it it had 3000km

[Wardski]

Out of interest, I recall my 2010 having a scraping sound when in gear in reverse before I had the bellhousing replaced under warranty.. Doesnt make the noise now.

Sounds like yours is a 2012 model though, so shouldn't have that issue....

Edited February 15, 2013 by Wardski

[Brockas]

Sure it's not just the usual bellhousing rattle?