Clutch Life

[Tom 8]

Hi all,

Had a new clutch fitted last year in June. Done just of 2k miles on it and it is dragging. Dealer (well known) won't touch it.

Is there a life for a clutch if used or not used? Are there grounds for having it repaired replaced? They claim it is second hand but receipt for work says otherwise. Who would put a recon part on a car like this?

Any guidance would be appreciated.

Thanks

T

[D14 AYS]

Tom 8 said:

Hi all,

Had a new clutch fitted last year in June. Done just of 2k miles on it and it is dragging. Dealer (well known) won't touch it.

Is there a life for a clutch if used or not used? Are there grounds for having it repaired replaced? They claim it is second hand but receipt for work says otherwise. Who would put a recon part on a car like this?

Any guidance would be appreciated.

Thanks

T

Sounds a bit dodgy to me,did you have the work carried out or was it before you bought it ? A clutch will only wear if being used,the slave on the other hand has o rings that do break down with age.

[Tom 8]

The work was done by the previous owner, but he happens to be my brother fortunately. I could understand an MOT part corroding in a year, but not really an internal part.

It is a bit disconcerting, I've had TVRs before and always had headaches with servicing and repairs.

[jcpgasoline]

Had a similar problem quite recently. I think your argument with the manufacturer could be that it's not "fit for purpose" as it's reasonable to expect that a clutch should last for more than 2000 miles.