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Jg240 · 12-07-2002, 10:14 PM

I have had my car less than 48 hours and my clutch started slipping. My dad wants to bring it to the local Goodyear to get it fixed(and since I'm 16, even though I bought, what he says goes). Do you think that the Goodyear we'll do a good job? Also, should I go ahead and get the clutch from autozone because I doubt that the Goodyear as clutches just laying around? And last, how much do you guess this will cost me??? Thanks.......JG

Natty · 12-07-2002, 11:49 PM

Goodyear? No way. When my clutch died, it was literally in the parking lot of a garage mechanic. The kind that usually deals with domestics. Lemme tell you, that was stupid. I lost over $800 on a $500 job, my car kept breaking, and I got seriously pissed.
Find a mechanic that knows Nissans, or atleast Imports.

As for the clutch, most mechanics will buy one from Napa anyway. You may be best going to a tranny shop actually.

The clutch pedal can be adjusted, so maybe that is out of whack?

Jeff

Jg240 · 12-08-2002, 11:08 AM

Thanks Jeff, anyone else want to answer?

*transient* · 12-08-2002, 11:52 AM

I'd definately agree on getting to a mechanic that knows nissans. It's a good idea to have them check out the hydraulic system as well when you have the clutch replaced. As far as what part to buy, I'd go for a SPEC clutch kit from Enjuku Racing. It'll end up costing about the same as a stock clutch, but since it's aftermarket it's going to hold up longer with more abuse than a stock clutch.

12-07-2002, 10:14 PM	#1
Jg240 Leaky Injector Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Tenn. Posts: 58 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I have had my car less than 48 hours and my clutch started slipping. My dad wants to bring it to the local Goodyear to get it fixed(and since I'm 16, even though I bought, what he says goes). Do you think that the Goodyear we'll do a good job? Also, should I go ahead and get the clutch from autozone because I doubt that the Goodyear as clutches just laying around? And last, how much do you guess this will cost me??? Thanks.......JG __________________ Member of the S.A.H.F.M.C (self admitted hypo-chondriac for my car)

12-07-2002, 11:49 PM	#2
Natty Zilvia Addict Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 944 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Goodyear? No way. When my clutch died, it was literally in the parking lot of a garage mechanic. The kind that usually deals with domestics. Lemme tell you, that was stupid. I lost over $800 on a $500 job, my car kept breaking, and I got seriously pissed. Find a mechanic that knows Nissans, or atleast Imports. As for the clutch, most mechanics will buy one from Napa anyway. You may be best going to a tranny shop actually. The clutch pedal can be adjusted, so maybe that is out of whack? Jeff __________________ 1991 White 240sx Fastback LE, rusty spoiler, weak driveshaft, exhaust rattle.... Rattles are just your cars way of saying 'I love you.'

12-08-2002, 11:08 AM	#3
Jg240 Leaky Injector Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Tenn. Posts: 58 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Thanks Jeff, anyone else want to answer? __________________ Member of the S.A.H.F.M.C (self admitted hypo-chondriac for my car)

12-08-2002, 11:52 AM	#4
transient Premium Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Los Angeles, California Age: 41 Posts: 2,947 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I'd definately agree on getting to a mechanic that knows nissans. It's a good idea to have them check out the hydraulic system as well when you have the clutch replaced. As far as what part to buy, I'd go for a SPEC clutch kit from Enjuku Racing. It'll end up costing about the same as a stock clutch, but since it's aftermarket it's going to hold up longer with more abuse than a stock clutch. __________________ Learn everything you can, while you still have the chance.