SunGodRA Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 I think my clutch is finally on its way out - over the weekend I put my foot down in 4th (thinking I was in 2nd) and the revs shot up with no increase in speed - then came the smell - a horrible burning smell. Suffice to say, clutch is slipping badly. Unfortunately, I'm broke at the moment and cant afford a new one (£1000+ fitted) so I am looking for a used or reconditioned one. Anyone got any ideas where I can get one? p.s. its a JDM 2002 model Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trev-the-Rev Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Certainly sounds as if it's knackered. I wouldn't recommend going for a s/h one as you could end up in the same position a few months down the line and then have all the expense of removing the gearbox again. Give Big Phil a shout, he may be able to help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigphil Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 I think my clutch is finally on its way out - over the weekend I put my foot down in 4th (thinking I was in 2nd) and the revs shot up with no increase in speed - then came the smell - a horrible burning smell. Suffice to say, clutch is slipping badly. Unfortunately, I'm broke at the moment and cant afford a new one (£1000+ fitted) so I am looking for a used or reconditioned one. Anyone got any ideas where I can get one? p.s. its a JDM 2002 model £250 for a standard clutch, should be no more than £300 for fitting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunGodRA Posted March 31, 2008 Author Share Posted March 31, 2008 wow - not as expensive as I thought - do you have in stock Phil? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigphil Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 wow - not as expensive as I thought - do you have in stock Phil? Yes in stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S1 HNK Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 mine did this about 6 months ago, clutch slipped smell like there was a badger cooking on the manifold but i let it cool down and ive done another 6000 miles with no problems! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunGodRA Posted April 1, 2008 Author Share Posted April 1, 2008 Ready to order Phil - have sent you email ps - found a mechanic to fit for £20/hour, he reckons 3-4 hours Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trev-the-Rev Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 [quote found a mechanic to fit for £20/hour, he reckons 3-4 hours You want to get that in writing as Nissan allow 8 hours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunGodRA Posted April 10, 2008 Author Share Posted April 10, 2008 [quote found a mechanic to fit for £20/hour, he reckons 3-4 hours You want to get that in writing as Nissan allow 8 hours. Got this bit wrong - he actually charges £30/hour but he quoted me on the job (£100) not on hourly rate. Just as well - took him 3 1/2 hours to fit clutch, and 1 1/2 to bleed the hydraulics after (thanks for the heads-up on that one Phil, much appreciated!!!) - Anyway - I gave him the £100 and offered a £20 tip, which he refused and apologised profusely for the time delay! - top bloke! - will definately use him again. If any of you guys live in South East (Maidstone way) and need a mechanic let me know and I will give you his phone number! Anyway - job done! - I just keep stalling the car at the moment!! - the clutch bite is much lower than before - also the pedal is so much lighter than before - but I will get used to it. Total Cost: New clutch and Labour - £356 - RESULT!!! Thanks again to Big Phil for supply and post sales support!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigphil Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 [quote found a mechanic to fit for £20/hour, he reckons 3-4 hours You want to get that in writing as Nissan allow 8 hours. Got this bit wrong - he actually charges £30/hour but he quoted me on the job (£100) not on hourly rate. Just as well - took him 3 1/2 hours to fit clutch, and 1 1/2 to bleed the hydraulics after (thanks for the heads-up on that one Phil, much appreciated!!!) - Anyway - I gave him the £100 and offered a £20 tip, which he refused and apologised profusely for the time delay! - top bloke! - will definately use him again. If any of you guys live in South East (Maidstone way) and need a mechanic let me know and I will give you his phone number! Anyway - job done! - I just keep stalling the car at the moment!! - the clutch bite is much lower than before - also the pedal is so much lighter than before - but I will get used to it. Total Cost: New clutch and Labour - £356 - RESULT!!! Thanks again to Big Phil for supply and post sales support!!! Pleased it's all sorted Dave, thanks for the kind words. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shire350Z Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 glad it was just your clutch mate my bloody flywheel had gone to and cost another £310 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan.smith Posted May 6, 2008 Share Posted May 6, 2008 Total Cost: New clutch and Labour - £356 - RESULT!!! That is awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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