Clutch Job
09-27-2010, 11:46 AM
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Clutch Job
SOS SC ==> slipping clutch, so I need to replace/upgrade the clutch.
I have all of the parts ready, but I'm still on the fence on DIY with no lift or paying someone/shop to do it if the price is reasonable (i.e., labor < $600) and more importantly, if I can trust the shop's knowledge and competency (not like I have much
).
I've changed clutches before without a lift (last one was earlier this year on a MkII MR2 and that was a PITA), but not on an S2000 yet. I think it'll be similar to the MR2 job where it's more of a PITA than complex, but after the MR2 job, I may have already reached by clutch job quota for the year
I've spoken with both Zahntech and Outback Automotive (I know of them from the Subaru world) and I believe both have done the job on a boosted S before, provided a labor quote under $600, and appear to be highly regarded.
I'd like to hear some feedback and shops used, especially if by any chance, someone used one of the previously mentioned shops for a clutch job.
I have all of the parts ready, but I'm still on the fence on DIY with no lift or paying someone/shop to do it if the price is reasonable (i.e., labor < $600) and more importantly, if I can trust the shop's knowledge and competency (not like I have much
). I've changed clutches before without a lift (last one was earlier this year on a MkII MR2 and that was a PITA), but not on an S2000 yet. I think it'll be similar to the MR2 job where it's more of a PITA than complex, but after the MR2 job, I may have already reached by clutch job quota for the year
I've spoken with both Zahntech and Outback Automotive (I know of them from the Subaru world) and I believe both have done the job on a boosted S before, provided a labor quote under $600, and appear to be highly regarded.
I'd like to hear some feedback and shops used, especially if by any chance, someone used one of the previously mentioned shops for a clutch job.
09-27-2010, 12:46 PM
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Those sound like good prices. I kept getting quoted 8 shop hours when I was calling around, though I didn't call Zahtech.
8 shop hours at $100/hour, I decided to do it myself. You're right. It's a PITA, but doable. Breaking the knock sensor was the worst part.
8 shop hours at $100/hour, I decided to do it myself. You're right. It's a PITA, but doable. Breaking the knock sensor was the worst part.
09-27-2010, 01:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Seattle2k,Sep 27 2010, 12:46 PM
Those sound like good prices. I kept getting quoted 8 shop hours when I was calling around, though I didn't call Zahtech.
8 shop hours at $100/hour, I decided to do it myself. You're right. It's a PITA, but doable. Breaking the knock sensor was the worst part.
8 shop hours at $100/hour, I decided to do it myself. You're right. It's a PITA, but doable. Breaking the knock sensor was the worst part.
09-27-2010, 01:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Seattle2k,Sep 27 2010, 12:46 PM
Those sound like good prices. I kept getting quoted 8 shop hours when I was calling around, though I didn't call Zahtech.
8 shop hours at $100/hour, I decided to do it myself. You're right. It's a PITA, but doable. Breaking the knock sensor was the worst part.
8 shop hours at $100/hour, I decided to do it myself. You're right. It's a PITA, but doable. Breaking the knock sensor was the worst part.
09-27-2010, 03:56 PM
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Originally Posted by JawKnee,Sep 27 2010, 02:22 PM
Assuming the price point of labor was between $500 and $600, would you pay it or DIY again?
However, even 500-600 for labor, I think I still would've done it myself. I don't like to pay, if I'm confident I can do it myself for much less. Even after going through the knock sensors, I still came out saving a bunch.
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09-28-2010, 02:54 PM
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I worked for Honda of Seattle and did the majority of the clutched on S2Ks while I was there.
I think FastFour is referring to a guy named Curtis, who is the best tech at Honda of Seattle and does a LOT of side work. Don't know if he'd want to do a S2K transmission at his house though I typically do them at my current shop for 5-6 hours @ 75/hr plus MTF.
I think FastFour is referring to a guy named Curtis, who is the best tech at Honda of Seattle and does a LOT of side work. Don't know if he'd want to do a S2K transmission at his house though
I typically do them at my current shop for 5-6 hours @ 75/hr plus MTF.
09-28-2010, 03:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Evs-One,Sep 28 2010, 02:54 PM
I worked for Honda of Seattle and did the majority of the clutched on S2Ks while I was there.
I think FastFour is referring to a guy named Curtis, who is the best tech at Honda of Seattle and does a LOT of side work. Don't know if he'd want to do a S2K transmission at his house though I typically do them at my current shop for 5-6 hours @ 75/hr plus MTF.
I think FastFour is referring to a guy named Curtis, who is the best tech at Honda of Seattle and does a LOT of side work. Don't know if he'd want to do a S2K transmission at his house though
I typically do them at my current shop for 5-6 hours @ 75/hr plus MTF.I'm still deciding on what route to go with, but please PM me or post your contact info so I can speak with you
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