Noisy clutch release bearing

[Nigel_O]

The clutch release bearing on my Vantage is whirring when there s pressure on the pedal. I have a feeling I know what the answer is, but I guess I m not the first to experience it, so I thought I d ask what are my options?

The clutch (standard single-plate) is fine - about 30k miles on it and so signs of slipping

1) live with it - TADTS .
2) get it replaced, but keep the clutch as it isn t worn out
3) hit the reserve fund (again ) and have a twin-plate clutch fitted

Edited by Nigel_O on Saturday 11th October 08:22

[john ryan]

I'm at 60K on the original clutch in my 07 V8V, and a silent release bearing. I guess it depends on whether you can live with the noise

[Nigel_O]

Should have made it clearer, sorry. I can live with the noise, but not if a failure is imminent.

Is a noisy bearing likely to get worse is short order?

[Buster73]

Live with it , if it gets noticeably worse get it renewed along with a new clutch while you’re on.

Not worth just changing the bearing while the box is out , no decent garage would recommend just the bearing being changed.

[Nigel_O]

I've caved in - booked in at DAE in mid December for a twin plate clutch...