5 GT Turbo fitting clutch

[Mark Davis]

Is there any how to guides about for swapping out clutch ? Also is it worth doing anything else whilst fitting ?
Currently not sure if to attempt the clutch change myself or get someone else to do it.

 

[andybond]

@Mark Davis did you get this sorted ?

 

[Number 11]

I prefer engine and gearbox out, then split ........ takes a good day on your own.... Don't forget to remove the gear selector arm from the gearbox before the engines lifted by a hoist , 2 x 13 mm spanner's....

Worth doing yourself, handy skill, .... if you like quarter mile starts from the lights the valeo Volvo clutch kit from GSF is a quality piece of kit for £60 .... And able to take up to 230 bhp....

Happy days.....

 

[Mark Davis]

@Mark Davis did you get this sorted ?

Not yet @andybond. I've had a mare trying to get hold of the right clutch but finally got hold of a Helix paddle from Demon Tweeks of all places. Should be here early next week, will hopefully have it fitted in the next few weeks.

 

[Mark Davis]

It has taken a good while but I finally have clutch.

 

[DaveL485]

Wow you actually managed to get hold of someone at Helix...well done LOL

 

[Mark Davis]

The moment you call Helix direct they tell you to go and talk to one of their UK distributors as they do not sell direct. Thats where the issues start as every single disti is a load of shite.

 

[DaveL485]

The moment you call Helix direct they tell you to go and talk to one of their UK distributors as they do not sell direct. Thats where the issues start as every single disti is a load of shite.

I know the GM at Awesome GTi, they're a dealer. Lemme know if you need anything from there again.

Helix had to customer-serve the hell out of me when I turned up on their doorstep lol

 

[Mark Davis]

Thanks Dave, good to know for the future. I just couldn't believe how so many companies were unwilling to take my money. Very frustrating.

 

[DaveL485]

Thanks Dave, good to know for the future. I just couldn't believe how so many companies were unwilling to take my money. Very frustrating.

Absolutely ridiculous isn't it. Can't give your money away sometimes. I told them in no uncertain terms when I was there that their dealer network sucked ass and they must be losing business hand over fist to people who just give up.

 

[gtmatt]

I know the GM at Awesome GTi, they're a dealer. Lemme know if you need anything from there again.

Helix had to customer-serve the hell out of me when I turned up on their doorstep lol

awesome GTi in eccles Manchester ?? I used to go there many years ago there a vw tuner ,they still open and doing well ??

 

[DaveL485]

awesome GTi in eccles Manchester ?? I used to go there many years ago there a vw tuner ,they still open and doing well ??

Yep, seems so! http://www.awesomegti.com/

 

[Mark Davis]

Finally after many months the 5 is booked in to have clutch and flywheel fitted plus the later GTT steering rack.
What would you guys expect to pay in terms of labour for clutch 4-6hrs sound about right? They did a rack for me before in 2hrs so thats not too bad.

@Brigsy @andybond @DaveL485

@Adey

Cheers

Mark

 

[andybond]

Clutch and flywheel is a 30min job , but getting everything out of the way is a good few hours. I wouldnt be suprised at 8h for a garage TBH

 

[Mark Davis]

Cool, cheers Andy.

I've seen a few people claim 5-6 hrs by taking the whole engine out and then changing. They are a good local motorsport garage and have worked on many 5s in the past. But yeah if its a full 8hrs then so be it. Will be good to finally get it sorted.

 

[DaveL485]

Cool, cheers Andy.

I've seen a few people claim 5-6 hrs by taking the whole engine out and then changing. They are a good local motorsport garage and have worked on many 5s in the past. But yeah if its a full 8hrs then so be it. Will be good to finally get it sorted.

With a ramp and air tools, i'd be asking why if it took longer than six, but in a nice way not a "you ripped me off" way. I can do a clutch on a 5/9/11/21 Turbo or a 172 in that, on the floor/axle stands.

 

[Mark Davis]

Thanks Dave, good to know. Just good for budgeting purposes and want to make sure I know where I am at by setting expectations.

 

[davemaygtt]

Was it today it's going in or did I imagine that?

 

[Mark Davis]

Yeah dropped it off this morning mate. Clutch/flywheel, lower speedo cable, lower steering column and steering rack.

Will hopefully have it back in a few days.

 

[davemaygtt]

Hope they turn it round quick for you, will it be straight back in use or waiting for the better weather?