[Vwdiesel] pedal bracket A2

[Sandy Cameron]

I think I have heard on this forum of problems with some VWs  (a1, A2?)
where the bracket to which the clutch and brake pedals attach, breaks,
bends, or gives away.

Anyone remember?

Have a friend 700 miles away who I coach thru problems with his 1990 A2,
experiencng problems with disengagement.

Clutch wont release completely  . Has to start it in gear, otherwise wont
shift into 1st
Car tries to leap forward when started in gear

Cable was adjusted recently.

Rust on the spline? any way to lube that without dropping tranny?

Ideas?

Sandy