370Z Clutch Replacement - Options?

[CypherP]

After a recent service, I was quoted an astronomical figure for a clutch kit through Nissan, so have taken to the interwebs to find a replacement to have fitted at a specialist. However, I'm struggling to find many options to buy in the UK and even then, don't know what kit to go for.

I've never been a fan of the clutch in the 370 and what I don't want to end up with is a more aggressive clutch set up, given this is my main gripe with the car. Has anyone here had a clutch replacement and if so, could you give me a bit of insight as to where best to buy etc.

Cheers.

[nottyash]

just out of interest how many miles have you done and how has it failed?
Is it just a noisy thrust bearing? mines a bit noisy at 32000 miles.
Sorry can't help on where to get clutch.
Have you tried the nissansportz website?

[CypherP]

Sorry, to clarify, it hasn't actually failed. I'm at 44,000 and still has life in it. The service pulled it as an advisory and it has started to slip a bit when taking off from standstill over 1,500 revs.

Driving the way I do, it'll likely last another 10k miles, but the general rough feel and bite are starting to grate on me.

[liner33]

Its good practice to replace the flywheel as well which doesnt help with the cost,but for me it would have to be stock

[SnailTrail]

If you're not on the 350Z UK forum (contrary to the name they also have a number of 370 owners ), head over there and have a look at the traders' section. The biggest parts supplier seems to be TORQEN, and he can get you anything from OEM to aftermarket.

I had a quote from him for a clutch and solid flywheel on a 350Z with the HR engine (so the engine is very similar to the VQ37HR in yours) and it came in about £1200. This included the clutch, flywheel, slave cylinder, master cylinder and a braided clutch line. If you're going for an OEM dual mass flywheel expect to pay a bit more.

Obviously add on labour and you're looking about the £1500 mark all together. If you really want an acurate quote, though you'll be better giving him a shout directly.

[CypherP]

SnailTrail said:

If you're not on the 350Z UK forum (contrary to the name they also have a number of 370 owners ), head over there and have a look at the traders' section. The biggest parts supplier seems to be TORQEN, and he can get you anything from OEM to aftermarket.

I had a quote from him for a clutch and solid flywheel on a 350Z with the HR engine (so the engine is very similar to the VQ37HR in yours) and it came in about £1200. This included the clutch, flywheel, slave cylinder, master cylinder and a braided clutch line. If you're going for an OEM dual mass flywheel expect to pay a bit more.

Obviously add on labour and you're looking about the £1500 mark all together. If you really want an acurate quote, though you'll be better giving him a shout directly.

Thanks for this SnailTrail. I'll go and take a look and get in touch. Dual Mass Flywheel through Nissan is £1,250 on its own, so any saving through him would be welcome!

Cheers

[liner33]

Horsham developments do one a little cheaper but its worth a call for a full replacement price , you might be pleasantly surprised , I'd think hard about going for a solid flywheel though

The 350z HR DMF is quite a bit cheaper than the 370z

http://www.h-dev.co.uk/product_info.php?cPath=78_1...

[CypherP]

Yes I've been reading about the solid flywheel and people's experience and I think it'd be a recipe for disaster with the kind of use the car has.

Thanks for the link. I managed to find Horsham and will give them a shout for a quote.