Question Regarding Manual Transmission Clutch Hydraulics.

[mrhemi]

Searched the forum and cannot find a reference to this question. Does anyone know if the Gladiator clutch system has a restriction orifice between the clutch master and slave cylinders? For those unfamiliar with what I am referring to, I own a 2014 Dodge Challenger 6spd MT. Many issues with clutch and trans performance in all years of these vehicles, although different than the Gladiator issues. On the Challenger, one that is easily remedied is the removal of the restriction orifice in the hydraulic line. The presence of the restriction was (supposedly) to temper clutch engagement for those who should not be driving manual transmission. What it really accomplished was creating inconsistent clutch engagement. Very annoying. Since my new 2022 JT experiences very inconsistent clutch engagement, I wonder if Jeep has employed the same misguided "fix"? This is a separate issue from the 19A Clutch Recall that has yet to be completed on my Gladiator (I am not convinced to have it performed yet). If the Gladiator has such a restriction orifice, I will gladly remove it (if it can be) in an attempt to restore proper clutch "feel? Anyone have experience or insight?
Thanks in advance.

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[Escape.idiocracy]

I think many would appreciate if you dive in and found out. Over the last couple years there have been many topics on this issue and this is the first I have heard of what you have posted.
The dudes down in AZ- center force are super good people. Give them a call, they are very hands on and “regular people”, this may be something that they have already explored. OR something they would entertain… they have a few in house jeeps


Not Jeep- but this looks relatively easy to try and do.

Many YouTube comments stating success and dramatically increases engagement.

 

[mrhemi]

It is a well know issue in Challenger circles. I will take a look at mine when I get caught up. There are a couple of other projects ahead of that on the lift.

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