Top Mechanics For Clutch Replacement & Repairs in Port Talbot
44 Reviews
Garage serving Port Talbot, 5 years of experience
Hi,I happy to help with your Car! I am professional with respect to customer and their cars.I am always look after as its my own personal car.I have extended experience with various of make and models start ...
RYAN, CASTELL-NEDD PORT TALBOT • 15th March 2024
Volkswagen Sharan • Clutch replacement
25 Reviews
Garage serving Port Talbot, 23 years of experience
I am a well experienced mechanic/technician,I have ten years experience in a main dealer (vauxhall) and also experience in Halfords auto centers to large car sales
14 Reviews
Garage serving Port Talbot, 20 years of experience
I pride myself on providing High quality repairs and good value for money.. After training up and working in a BMW garage for 6 years, I became a mobile mechanic to provide a more convenient service and to w...
12 Reviews
Garage serving Port Talbot, 12 years of experience
Aberdare service centre is a family run garage with decades of experience in the motor trade most with main dealers , we have now had a rebrand with all of us working together to bring you the best service p...
190 Reviews
Garage serving Port Talbot, 27 years of experience
My apprenticeship started in 1996 for 4 years and I worked there for a further 2 years. I left to work for a multi franchise main dealer where I gained lots of knowledge & experience. I then moved to a large...
ANDREW, MAESTEG • 18th May 2015
Citroen Xsara Picasso • Clutch replacement
67 Reviews
Garage serving Port Talbot, 15 years of experience
I have got 15 years experience spread across main dealers such as Ford ( 6 years), Mercedes (7years), Aston Martin (2years). I have decided to go out on my own. All work is carried out to the highest dealers...
CORNELIUS, BRIDGEND • 9th October 2021
Ford B-Max • Clutch replacement
57 Reviews
Garage serving Port Talbot, 25 years of experience
I began my career at college studying NVQ level 2 in motor vehicle studies. I began a fruitful career with a fast fit center where I was for 12 years working my way through the ranks to assistant manager. I ...
STEFF, Swansea • 25th October 2020
Vauxhall Agila • Clutch replacement
9 Reviews
Garage serving Port Talbot, 22 years of experience
15 years in total with BMW/Mini 5 years with VW including training 2.5 years working on all brands at an independent garage. During all this I was mot testing from 2001 to 2020
ANTHONY, BRIDEND • 25th August 2023
Nissan Micra • Clutch replacement
64 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Port Talbot, 13 years of experience
TeamK Mechanics offers repairs and servicing at customers location and convenience, this can be done while you are at home relaxing or while you are at work, removing wasted time sat in a garage waiting room...
16 Reviews
Garage serving Port Talbot, 21 years of experience
i started out my career by getting my city and guild level 2 in motor vehicle service and repair at Swansea college, after this i did my apprenticeship at Harris Brothers where i got my NVQ level 2 in vehicl...
GAZ, Swansea • 30th May 2024
Ford Transit • Clutch replacement
217 Reviews
Garage serving Port Talbot, 25 years of experience
We have an extensive work history from main dealerships upto where we are and we are also trained on hgv vehicles with very good references
3 Reviews
Garage serving Port Talbot, 11 years of experience
Hi, My name is Craig and I am a BMW specialist. I have 10 years experience working at a BMW dealership, I am currently a recognised BMW senior technician. I have a vast amount of experience finding and f...
LEE, SOUTH GLAMORGAN • 5th September 2021
MINI Mini • Clutch replacement
72 Reviews
Garage serving Port Talbot, 10 years of experience
Marshfield Motors is quality auto repair service and MOT Testing station in a beautiful location Marshfield which is in middle of Newport and Cardiff. We are serving our local community and surrounding areas...
PETER, Aberdare • 9th October 2021
Peugeot 208 • Clutch replacement
7 Reviews
Garage serving Port Talbot, 30 years of experience
We have completed a range of jobs here. Not like your typical dealer we work on all cars A-Z with a top of the range diagnostics and over 30 years experience in the workshop we can help with anything from Ch...
THOMAS, CARMARTHENSHIRE • 26th January 2022
Land Rover Range Rover Evoque • Clutch replacement
30 Reviews
Garage serving Port Talbot, 23 years of experience
Iv worked at numerous garages preparing and repairing cars for the mot's iv also worked as a vehicle dismantle at a salvage yard that sells parts and dispose of vehicle I now have my own garage at bowen indu...
SAMANTHA, CAERPHILLY • 16th July 2024
Ford Focus • Clutch replacement
Frequently asked questions about clutch replacement & repairs in Port Talbot
Read our answers to questions about clutch replacement costs, symptoms and more.
What does a clutch replacement in Port Talbot involve?
A lot of the process to change a clutch is vehicle specific, however there are a few standard steps. The mechanic will:
- Raise the vehicle
- Split the gearbox from the engine
- Remove the old clutch unit
- Fit a new clutch kit
- Put everything back together
- Road test the vehicle
How do you tell if your clutch is worn out?
If you drive a vehicle with a manual gearbox, at some point you will experience a clutch starting to wear, the same as you will with brake pads.
The friction material will start to wear thin and it will no longer provide sufficient contact with the flywheel and you will experience the clutch slipping, so here are some tell tale signs of this occurring;
- The engine speed will rise up rapidly, but you do not go any faster, especially up hill or under hard acceleration
- You notice an almost electrical sweet burning smell inside the car
Other symptoms though are prevalent
- You can engage a gear when the engine is off, but not when it is running
- The clutch pedal biting point (this is the point when you feel the vehicle moving from stationary for example) has become much higher up in the pedal travel
- You start to find it harder to move between gears and can often hear a crunch as you do so
How many hours does it take to replace a clutch?
On average, clutch replacement times can range from around 3 hours to over 7.5 hours with an average of around 4 hours. The time that the job takes will depend on a number of factors, like your vehicle's make and model, year, as well as other factors. Select your car at the top of this page for information on job time and cost for your vehicle through ClickMechanic.
How do you know if you need a new clutch?
You can find out whether you need a new clutch by getting a professional diagnosis from a mechanic. If you're unsure whether it needs replacing book an inspection with a mechanic to check the component and get advice on whether a replacement is needed.
How much does it cost to fix a clutch cable in Port Talbot?
Prices for a clutch cable replacement range from £70 to £130 with an average cost of £95. Ultimately, the cost of a clutch cable replacement depends on your car and what parts your car's manufacturer recommends using for the replacement.
Is a worn clutch an MOT failure?
No, a worn clutch will normally not lead to an MOT failure. As the MOT only checks for safety-critical components on a car, the condition of the transmission and clutch is not part of the MOT checks.
What happens when you change gears without engaging the clutch?
If you attempt to change gears without using the clutch, the gear teeth will grind together and damage the gearbox. Doing this repeatedly can end up damaging or even destroy the transmission.
Can Port Talbot garages offer home collection and delivery for clutch replacement?
Yes, many garages in Port Talbot are able to offer collection and delivery for a clutch replacement. With ClickMechanic collection & delivery is free if your vehicle is drivable. Once booked a mechanic will pick up the vehicle on the day and time of your choice, do the work, and return the vehicle at a time convenient to you. Simply enter your vehicle registration number and postcode to get an upfront price for a clutch replacement in Port Talbot.
Can Port Talbot mobile mechanics do clutch replacement at my home or office?
Typically no, Port Talbot mobile mechanics cannot do a clutch replacement at your home or office, because the repair job can be complicated, may need many hours of work depending on the job and may need specialist equipment. However, mobile mechanics may be able to do a clutch inspection at your home or office and then drive the car to a garage if available to conduct a clutch replacement.
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Mechanics in and around Port Talbot
- Cwmtawe Mot Centre Ltd, Swansea
- First RS Ltd, Llansamlet
- Lehane Autos Ltd, Swansea