Clutch replacement

[emac]

Hi all

Can you give me a ball park figure for a clutch replacement.
Pressure plate-disk-bearing.

Thanks in advance

[MotoSook]

parts...maybe $800, varying on your source for parts.

time? probably 5 hours ... varies if you or a shop is doing it. Then there are the while you are in there jobs...

[yelcab1]

I would guess parts to be less than $800. So, a straight drop, replace, touch nothing else, would be close to $1000 at a decent don't-rip-me-off place.

Do it your self for costs of parts.

[Jon Merck]

$800 in parts, the satisfaction of doing it your self...priceless. Just did mine a couple of weeks ago.

[emac]

Ok
Im 56 but in great shape, have worked on cars my whole life, but I just cant see this being a one man job. Am I wrong?? I really want to do it and all that I read seem that the job is quite straight forward.

[Early_S_Man]

Ernie,

I've only been in the '56-club' for a couple of weeks, but, yes, it's a one-man job if you have the proper tools ... floor jack, jack stands, etc. Another set of eyes can be useful watching for clearance and interference problems ... but you don't have to have them there!

[slotcar]

It comes down to time....I spent $600 bucks on the spring centered clutch and $35 to have the flywheel resurfaced...there may be a few other items (might need to replace the clutch fork, cable etc...). It is straight forward and I replaced mine by myself, with help of a couple books and a threads I found on the board. If you want it done fast, and enjoy the driving season...have a reputable shop do it. Otherwise, take the extra time fix as many items as you can while you are in there.

[emac]

Thanks to all
Warren--LOOOONG before the P car I had a 70 Hemi Cuda, and yes I was getting married and traded it for a Fiat 850 Spider!!!! Live and learn. Anyway -- I am going to give it a go and let all know how it goes.

Thanks again

[Gearbox]

Go for it, it's easier than you think. Just double check that everything is disconnected before lowering the jack. A 2x6 3 ft long balanced on the jack helps as well. Personally, I like to take the engine / transaxle down as one unit. Makes it easier to mate them back together when the new clutch is in. Also get 3 lengths of 4x4's. Use two to set the engine on under the heat exchangers, and one under the transaxle. Makes it easier to pull apart. Good luck, Allan

[Mookster]

Labor 6-8 hours, book time vs actual is always a debate.
Parts $500-$800 depending on what clutch assy you purchase.

Watch out for the while you are in there projects...it will cost you.

Good luck

[yelcab1]

It is definitely a one-person job.

[azasadny]

I just replaced my clutch and dropped the engine/tranny together, then swapped engines and did it with the assistance of a fellow Pelican (Dave Alessandrini). I recommend getting an extra set of eyes/hands for the removal/reinstall. Balancing the package, getting everything lined up and bolted back in was very tough and I wouldn't want to do it again by myself.

[BernieP]

Did it 2 years ago to replace the rear seal, $700 in parts nd did it alone in my garage no problems.