Clutch let go today

[ThomasWatson]

So as the title states my clutch decided to stop being a clutch and turn to a pile of dust major PITA

Just wanted to know what you guys reckon is the best way to go about replacing it

[Bloodyaussie]

Well that depends mate..... on average you are looking at $1000 give or take for labour then there is the clutch??

Do you have a solid mass or the dreaded dual mass fly wheel??

If you do it yourself get a bunch of the boys around for the out and in part as it is not technically hard just heavy ... and I mean heavy!!!

[ThomasWatson]

I'm not sure what's fitted as I have only just bought it

[lhurley]

A couple mates with some tall jacks help big time.

[SonOf]

From memory if you have a TD42 then you should have a solid mass fly wheel. Search out clutch on here as there are a few good posts on price etc. Recently replaced mine with an excedy HD tough clutch, all up fitted and mechined for around $1500

[happygu]

Thomas,

There are quite a few threads regarding clutch replacements on the 3 litre Di.....

If you are going to go the expense of putting in the new clutch, the general consensus is that you need to replace the Dual Mass Flywheel too. There is no real indication of how far the dual mass flywheels will last, except for one day it is good - the next day broken.....so it is best to replace it when you have it apart.

Some have used the original flywheel again, but you then take the chance, and it is costly to pull it a put it a second time. With you being an apprentice mechanic, you can take the chance more than someone else, as you have access to equipment that we dont.

The next discussion is in relation to sticking with the dual mass flywheel, or going with a cheaper single mass unit. Some say the single mass unit is ok - others say stick with the dual mass.

Mic

[Bloodyaussie]

Mate go the solid all the way mate..... much better unit by far!!!!!!

Mudski fitted his own clutch to his 3lt (I helped) and replaced it with a solid mass 4 terrain and I have driven it and the clutch feels good.

If you have access to the right gear then I would consider doing it yourself but if you think it is all to hard or you cant be bothered ring around for quotes as it can vary a fair bit..

Good luck

[ThomasWatson]

Mic,

You hit the nail on the head as to say what to fit and it's people like you that really help.

I am going with a 4 Terrain Heavy Duty kit including single mass flywheel

Problem I'm having is trying to sell my lift kit to then fund the clutch lol

Thanks so much for that info and yes I do agree I can take the risk a little more and my dad Is a qualified mechanic also

[happygu]

Pity you have to sell the lift kit ...

If I was in your shoes I would be disassembling, checking components, and then just replacing the clutch - to keep the lift kit .... if you have to change out the dual mass flywheel later on, it is just good on the job training for you .... well sort of, as having the gearbox lifter and hoist make it a nearly bearable job.

You may pull it to bits and realize that you have to do the whole lot, but if you have to do it, you have to do it.....