Is My Clutch On The Way Out

[fruitsalad]

when I pull away I seem to be getting lots of juddering does this mean the clutch could be going

[EDDIE51]

yes it is possible, how old is the car when was the clutch last replaced?

[fruitsalad]

EDDIE its 2002 its never been replaced well not by me or the previous owner

[tonyav]

Ok, fruitsalad here is a list of possibility's that can cause clutch judder.

1) the clutch disc lining contaminated with oil or grease.
2) Clutch disc lining excessively worn.
3) Faulty or distorted pressure plate or diaphragm spring.
4) Worn or loose engine or gearbox mountings.
5) Clutch disc hub or gearbox input shaft splines worn.

Or of course it could be a combination of any of the above.

[fruitsalad]

thanks tony will let mechanic take a look at it

[tonyav]

Don't blame you, fruitsalad.

[EDDIE51]

13 years old so about due for a new clutch, what car is it? get more than one quote there are people out there who will rip you off.

[fruitsalad]

its a Vauxhall astra EDDIE the mechanic I have used before seems pretty fair but will definitely get more than the one quote

[EDDIE51]

Put the details in here it will give you a good idea of what the price range will be.
http://www.mrclutch.com/services/clutches

[fruitsalad]

thanks for the link