My clutch stared to feel harder and stiffer, so I took it to the dealership. The next day they called me and told me that since the clutch is a wearable part it would not be covered under the warranty. They told me that they could take apart my tranny to see if there was something abnormal with the clutch, but that they would charge me 475 bucks just to do that and if they noticed that the clutch was out, that I would have to pay for that. I told them that this was BS and that I dont beat on my car and the clutch wore out prematurely.
To make a long story short they wont cover it, I now have to buy a new clutch.
I'm thinking about going with an ACT clutch since I've heard they are pretty good and reliable. What do you think about them? or which one should I go with since I dont want to go OEM at all.?
Another question, What can I expect to get out of an aftermarket clutch? smoother shifting I hope?
Any do you know where I could pick up a clutch for a good price?
Thanks
Tony

 

I'd insist they talk to regional/natl rep about this. Or get their number and call yourself.

 

clutch wear is so dependent on driver habit and driving styles, i can understand why it's not covered. i've known ppl who wore out their clutch in 6 months due to bad clutch habits. not to say that you're a bad driver, but just to say that i understand the dealers point of view.

 

does your clutch slip when you're engaged ??

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Nope... its not slipping yet, but I dont want it to get to that point. Its just harder to get into the gears

 

Woh! Nice pic accordfreak! Could you share how this pic is achieved?

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tgalvez, being "harder to get into gears" doesn't sound like a clutch issue. More like gears wear, especially if only certain gears (or certain gear changing pairs, like 2>3 or 4>5 or 4>3) presents difficulty.

Aftermarket clutches are usually MORE difficult to use (i.e. less user friendly) as they're usually geared towards performance (i.e. grip, which translates in part to stiff springs, which dictates pedal effort). But I'm no expert in that market.

I do know, however, that it's next to impossible to get aftermarket SPRINGS that are stock height - they always lower the vehicle. Likewise, it's impossible to get a cool looking aftermarket exhaust that's QUIET. So I'd apply the same trend to aftermarket clutches.

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2004 Coupe 6MT fully loaded incl. side moldings and splash guards, but no satellite radio.

 

anyone know how much the stock clutch is?

when mine goes out, im getting the tilton street setup. with installation, it would cost about 1900 total.

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Eh, look under classified section. I believe whiteg35c is selling his stock clutch for $100.


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well, i kinda meant: how much does it cost for a new stock clutch. but thanks anyways. good to know pricing

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