Clutch Replacement wheres best place to get done????

[Wilky0302]

Hi Guys

My Clutch has now done 112k and is still ok but i have noticed is getting heavy so maybe its time for a new one

Where is the best place that wont rip me off and replace everything as it currently sits (starter heat sheild etc.)

Any ideas on cost ?

Please let me know i am based in Northants

Thanks

 

[Addicted]

A specialist close to you.

But the clutches on them are heavy, has it got any worse?

 

[Wilky0302]

No it is exactly as it has always been i just thought its done a lot of miles so it surely must be replacement time?

Or do i leave it until it slips? and maybe just change the cable in the mean time ? as i have noticed today that the litlle rubber bit on the cable end has split where attaches to the fork!

 

[DannyR]

I'd change the cable and see how that goes.

 

[H182]

Leave it imo. Sure there's cars with higher mileage still on the original. Mines on 108k and still perfect (touch wood)

 

[MicKPM]

I always tell people that the clutches aren't supposed to be heavy. Let me fit a new one for you and you'll put your foot thru the floor at first press!

 

[Wilky0302]

What do you charge Mick?

 

[Craig_RS]

If be interested to know this also. My cars on 75k and feels ok (if on the slightly high side) but heard clutches can go as low as 30k?!

 

[Briv6]

Had mine replaced today original on 90k , it wasn't slipping and was working fine but it was heavy and sticky . Turns out the release bearing was stuck

 

[Craig_RS]

How much does a supply and fit cost average?

 

[Mar172]

Around £400

 

[Diagro]

They aren't supposed to be heavy?? Mines very heavy but works fine lol

 

[Tony Hunter]

Mines been heavy since new?

 

[DannyR]

I've never driven a Clio without a heavy clutch?!

 

[craigy2703]

Honestly drive it till it no longer works that's what I say

 

[Craig_RS]

I test drove 4 and all had heavy clutches. I put it down to being a cable clutch and not hydrolic

 

[Wilky0302]

ok thanks guys until it slips and doesnt enjoy driving anymore i shall leave it
I had a look at it on some threads on this site and changing it looks an absolute mare!!!

When it finally expires it will be going to a specialist for def!!!

 

[Addicted]

Yeah I've never felt one without a heavy clutch either imo.

As you say, it's a fair whack - so I wouldn't bother unless it starts slipping imo.

 

[chaski]

I always tell people that the clutches aren't supposed to be heavy. Let me fit a new one for you and you'll put your foot thru the floor at first press!

Interesting to see a specialist say that. I've felt someones clutch after having it replaced with a Valeo one and it was considerably lighter. Any more info on why they're so heavy out the box?

 

[MicKPM]

Age, the pressure plate just gets old but it doesn't stop them functioning.

 

[MicKPM]

What do you charge Mick?

We charge £380inclussive of VAT

 

[Wilky0302]

Thanks for the info Mick it will be visiting you when it's decided it's had enough!!