Clutch Prices

In message , Trevor P. writes

They tend to be cheap labour which is fine but they also tend to use cheap pattern and reconditioned clutch plates which are not so good. It might be a good idea to get a quote from an independent garage and either specify the use of a genuine Ford clutch or even supply the clutch yourself.

Also get a quote from a proper Ford dealer to put your other quotes into perspective.

The message from "Trevor P." contains these words:

Make sure they're quoting for (and actually fit) a three part clutch kit (friction plate, cover and bearing) rather than just the friction bit.

Think OEM ford clutch might be a LUK, which you might get cheaper at a motor factors without the Ford part no. sticker on it.

Got a cylinder head gasket as a factors own brand part, Powertrain or similar, made by Payen same as VX original but 20% of price.

Or just a good laugh ;-)

Adam

I would quote £150 all in (good quality pattern 3 part clutch kit) fitted. £30 quid more for genuine ford clutch. Same day service.

mrcheerful (essex)

Thanks all, appreciated.

Trevor P.

I would say avoid them.

My experience:

Overfilling of car with shared engine oil / gearbox oil after changing clutch Incorrect final adjustment of gear linkages Suspected non replacement of 3 part clutch - only friction plate The notorious phone call: sorry mate we've discovered your flywheel is damaged / marked / scuffed - we need to get the grinder to it - it'll cost an extra £35. (happened to me three times back when I was a wee boy and knew no better).

Whats the problem? most give a one year warranty.

Bill

I remember when these three parts were called the 'pressure plate' the 'driven plate' the 'release bearing'

Bill

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Sometimes still are.