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137 Reviews

Garage serving Sidcup, 7 years of experience

I work on clutches, full services, suspension and exhaust system, tyres, brakes and breakdown services.

8 Reviews

Garage serving Sidcup, 15 years of experience

CAR AND LIGHT COMMERCIAL VEHICLE SERVICE AND REPAIR MotorTeck has the equipment and expertise to repair and maintain your motor vehicle. Our emphasis is on transparency and professionalism. We pride ourse...

381 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Sidcup, 12 years of experience

I'm a fully qualified mechanic in a family ran business with the top of the range equipment and knowledge with over 12 years experience, I cover all makes and models over a 60 miles radius

114 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Sidcup, 7 years of experience

Worked in a independent garage in Lewisham. Briefly at Kwik Fit. Ford main Dealership 3 years. Range Rover main dealer 2-3 months.

274 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Sidcup, 22 years of experience

I have over 22 years experience in the industry as well as 17 years in the main dealer. Essex Fleet Care uses fully qualified and certified technicians to ensure our workmanship remains the best quality as p...

27 Reviews

Garage serving Sidcup, 20 years of experience

20 years experience in mechanical work with loads of qualifications work for bmw and Ford garage

118 Reviews

Garage serving Sidcup, 13 years of experience

I’m a friendly, experienced mobile mechanic offering a reliable service. With over 13 years previous experience working in established garages I can diagnose, repair & service most makes and models of car...

90 Reviews

Garage serving Sidcup, 9 years of experience

Qwikfix Mobile mechanics Ltd operate as mobile mechanics, bringing the garage to wherever you are, at a time most convenient for you and at reasonable price! We carry out the following works (and more!): -P...

70 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Sidcup, 5 years of experience

I began my career with Severn Cars in Croydon for 2 years working on all makes & models. I worked with a Vauxhall main dealer for around a year before moving into mobile mechanics for 2 years. I set-up my ow...

49 Reviews

Garage serving Sidcup, 13 years of experience

I am the owner of a MOT and repair garage and I have been a level 3 fully qualified mechanic for 13 years. I am also a fully trained MOT Tester and level 3 qualified in Electric and hybrid vehicles.

51 Reviews

Garage serving Sidcup, 40 years of experience

We have over 40 years combined experience on working on cars. We take pride in all we do. Some of the services we do include clutches, servicing, brakes, engine changes, gearbox changes, repairs, plug in di...

108 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Sidcup, 15 years of experience

I started my automotive career when I left school in Hungary in the 1990's. I then went to college and studied automotive technical engineering. Following this I worked at a local independent garage for 5 ye...

17 Reviews

Garage serving Sidcup, 11 years of experience

I am fully qualified MOT Tester 11+ years experience car servicing, Clutch replacement, Tyres, repairs and performing Diagnostics on cars, Excellent technical knowledge of Domestic and Imported vehicles.

14 Reviews

Garage serving Sidcup, 11 years of experience

We are a relatively young company based in Tilbury, Essex. We began repairing Volvo electronic modules back in 2009. For the last decade company was mainly working on remanufacturing automotive electronic...

79 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Sidcup, 15 years of experience

10+ years working at a DAF main dealer carrying out all aspects of repairs and breakdown services. 5 years self employed repairing and maintaining cars, vans and HGV's, from engine and gearbox rebuilds to ...

Frequently asked questions about clutch replacement & repairs in Sidcup

Read our answers to questions about clutch replacement costs, symptoms and more.

What does a clutch replacement in Sidcup 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 Sidcup?

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 Sidcup garages offer home collection and delivery for clutch replacement?

Yes, many garages in Sidcup 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 Sidcup.

Can Sidcup mobile mechanics do clutch replacement at my home or office?

Typically no, Sidcup 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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