RobL101

Thanks for all the advice. On balance I'm starting to think 2nd gear is just a coincidence, probably to do with my style of driving - heavier acceleration and bigger difference in engine to roads speeds on the change up to 3rd when the clutch decides not to work. Master clutch cylinder is certainly cheaper than a new box so I'll start there. I'll practice clutchless changes in the meantime Reckon I'll check the gearbox oil as well just to be on the safe side.

hi all, my first post and a curious problem Skoda Octavia 2000 1.9 TDI 134k 110bhp no mods. Previously had part of the clutch pedal snap off where the master cylinder push rod connects - pedal hits the floor and is completely useless - new clutch pedal sorts this out. Now, over a year later some strange things happen at random. ... Been driving for an hour at motorway speeds, approach roundabout change down to second at normal speeds accelerate through roundabout, as I exit try to change up to 3rd, clutch feels normal but can't shift gearstick. Try clutch again nothing happens but feels normal. Manage to knock it out of gear and stop. Clutch and box all working fine. Drove on. 100 mile later after lots of good gear changes same thing happens - pump clutch lots of times while trying to get out of gear, off load comes out of gear and everything back to normal again. Happens at random - clutch pedal feels "normal" , drive maintained while stuck in gear - no grinding noises. Really messes up your coordination on roundabout exit lines!! Any ideas.