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MGTFMAN
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New clutch

Post by MGTFMAN » Mon Mar 20, 2017 10:19 am

Hi peeps, my clutch biting point is at the top of the pedal and it started to slip Friday so iv booked it in to we love Mgf's just around the corner from me. Now quick question, will it be the clutch or will the release arm have a part to play in it?
Thank you.
MG TF Sunstorm, Citroen DS3 and range rover evoque.

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RobboMC
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Re: New clutch

Post by RobboMC » Thu Mar 23, 2017 1:57 am

Since no-one else seems to have I'll jump in.

In the UK it seems release arms give lots of issues, I'm sure they will remove it when the gearbox is off
and have a good look. At the very least remove and fully grease it, perhaps consider a new greasable shaft.

If it's slipping chances are the clutch is worn out. Replace everything you can afford once it's apart, not something you want to be doing again in a hurry whether by a mechanic or yourself.

MGTFMAN
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Re: New clutch

Post by MGTFMAN » Thu Mar 23, 2017 10:20 am

Ok thank you.
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Reckless Rat
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Re: New clutch

Post by Reckless Rat » Thu Mar 23, 2017 12:29 pm

There is no guarantee that whoever is doing the clutch replacement will touch let alone remove and grease the actuating arm UNLESS you specifically request it. For your own piece of mind make sure it's done and preferably with the exchange item that can be greased in situ. This is not a job you want to have done more than once so make the most of it.

MGTFMAN
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Re: New clutch

Post by MGTFMAN » Fri Mar 24, 2017 6:51 am

Well got it back yesterday and he's greased it all up and put a new clutch kit in. Wow what a difference!!!!
MG TF Sunstorm, Citroen DS3 and range rover evoque.

MGTFMAN
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MGF Register Region: Midlands
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Location: Cannock

Re: New clutch

Post by MGTFMAN » Fri Mar 24, 2017 6:51 am

Well got it back yesterday and he's greased it all up and put a new clutch kit in. Wow what a difference!!!!
MG TF Sunstorm, Citroen DS3 and range rover evoque.

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