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JDM Twin Scroll manual - slow speed manouvering, especially reversing on a incline results in a strong pong reminiscent of over-boiled cabbage! Otherwise al normal, no clutch slippage in any gear. Any ideas?

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Thanks, no I don't rest on the clutch pedal so the problem must be elsewhere. It's odd as there is no other sign of a clutch problem, just the smell after a short spell of slow speed manoeuvring. I'll do as you suggest and put it through the gears with some gusto! 

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If it is heat wrap it should only be "wrapped" under bonnet , as aftermarket stuff as they don't come with heat shields.

If you're going to have a look under the car check gearbox to engine join for signs of oil leakage .

As a weeping rear crank seal could possibly cause a smell without clutch slip .

The catalytic converter could be another culprit

Keep us posted and Hope it's a easy fix

If not buy a few magic tree's [emoji4]

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40 mile round trip, spirited progress made followed by 3-point turn and slow reverse back home. No smell, crutch, clutch or otherwise so all seems good. Separate topic - just ordered some interior bling as an early Xmas present to myself. A overhead console that reaches from the front map lights to the centre light. Has anyone else succumbed to what may be a complete waste of cash? If so, how easy was it to fit?     

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