Replace Sagaris clutch - how much???
Replace Sagaris clutch - how much???
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RedRobert

Original Poster:

125 posts

233 months

Tuesday 3rd July 2007
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Hi Guys

Been pondering...

If I were to go for a low mileage Sagaris, I would obviously need to replace the clutch in or around 15k miles to 20k miles.

Whats that likely to cost?

Thanks
Ronan

slowtypa

86 posts

261 months

Wednesday 4th July 2007
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Ronan,

The C.R gearbox has a very high 1st gear ratio resulting in the need to slip the clutch more in traffic etc.

The standard box option will minimize clutch wear and provided you don't side step
the clutch for drag starts I think you are a bit pessimistic assuming replacement at 15k.

Ours has now done many track days and 23k and as yet shows no sign of failure. (fingers crossed smile)

When Our old 4.5 Cerb had gear box trouble at 48k inspection of the clutch plate revealed it was
still only half worn.

Letting the engine and handbrake do the work seems to be the trick.


Ray

Edited by slowtypa on Wednesday 4th July 00:33

Jay Ayegees

773 posts

234 months

Wednesday 4th July 2007
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about a grand.

Daftlad

3,324 posts

271 months

Wednesday 4th July 2007
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RedRobert said:
Hi Guys

Been pondering...

If I were to go for a low mileage Sagaris, I would obviously need to replace the clutch in or around 15k miles to 20k miles.

Whats that likely to cost?

Thanks
Ronan
Ronan,
As Ray stated, its not a given. Cost will vary but 1000 GBP is a reasonable cost at a dealer. If you are confident that an independant can do the job and set the clutch up properly rather than a dealer, you may shave 10-15% off that.

TGJR

750 posts

258 months

Wednesday 4th July 2007
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I recently asked the question at two TVR garages and got a price of £1200 and one of £1400. Both were approximate.

RedRobert

Original Poster:

125 posts

233 months

Wednesday 4th July 2007
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Thanks folks.

Ró

Rob_T

1,916 posts

281 months

Wednesday 4th July 2007
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Ronan,

My clutch was replaced at 19k miles and the dealer (Dream Machines) charged £476 + labour.

Robert

PS - why the 2 id's?

RedRobert

Original Poster:

125 posts

233 months

Wednesday 4th July 2007
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Rob_T said:
Ronan,

My clutch was replaced at 19k miles and the dealer (Dream Machines) charged £476 + labour.

Robert

PS - why the 2 id's?
Just seen most others have a "codename"!!! Thought I'd better join in!!

CDD

137 posts

280 months

Wednesday 4th July 2007
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Make sure you get the Cats removed while they are at it.

Worth every penny.

RedRobert

Original Poster:

125 posts

233 months

Wednesday 4th July 2007
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CDD said:
Make sure you get the Cats removed while they are at it.

Worth every penny.
I've heard that! I'd say no need for a CD player and speakers then too!!!

Rob_T

1,916 posts

281 months

Wednesday 4th July 2007
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mines been decatted wink

rev-erend

21,622 posts

314 months

Wednesday 4th July 2007
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Mine cost 1k on a T350.

They seem to last 15~20 K miles.

bogie

17,080 posts

302 months

Wednesday 4th July 2007
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ours went at 15K miles ish..but due to failure of slave cylinder...apparently a bit of a weak point frown