full throttle rpms go increase then drop

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  1. bLaH_hA

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    while driving usually in 4th or 5th if I go full throttle the motor instantly increases then drops back down. could this be a tuning issue or drivetrain problem? it's like the motor free spins then the drivetrain engages.
     
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    Sounds like the clutch is wearing out and slipping.

    If so, it is going to get worse until the clutch is pretty much useless. Start saving up for a clutch replacement.
     
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    I figured it was the clutch or the transmission itself I have 1300 save towards new tko so if I have to it will be parked for a little while thanks. yeah it will go 5500 free spin then lock at 3000
     
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    You said "4th or 5th" so it is a manual transmission, right?

    A new clutch, throwout bearing, etc is not too expensive, and not too difficult of a job. Dropping the trans is the hardest part.
     
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    make sure your clutch pedal is adjusted correctly. if its engaging and disengaging right at the top then chances are the pedal is not allowing the clutch to fully engage.
     

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