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Clutch problem -- decent independent garage in Co. Louth?

  • 30-04-2008 6:02pm
    #1
    binaryrealm
    Registered Users Posts: 21 ✭


    Hi,

    as my 2004 Renault Clio recently developed some strange problems with the clutch (metallic juddering sound at a certain point when the clutch is slowly engaged; this is most noticeable when the car is loaded or during a hill start) I thought I would bring it to a Renault main dealer in Dundalk, where I live, to have that problem sorted out.

    However, on the phone I was quoted a staggering 750 quid for replacing the clutch + labour. Just having a look at the clutch and to check what might cause the symptoms described above would cost me 250 EUR.

    I am not entirely convinced that the clutch is indeed the culprit since the car has done only 21000 miles, so I would like to know if anyone could suggest a decent independent garage that can do this kind of check / service, preferably in Co. Louth.

    I apologize if this is the wrong forum for this kind of question but any input is greatly appreciated!


    Thanks,
    Ralph


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  • #2
    bf
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 990 ✭✭✭bf


    Although not independent, I have always found Kieran's Motors in Drogheda to be excellent for service, info & price.

    They always have a good few Renaults in stock and should be able to help you

    BF


  • #3
    R.O.R
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,699 ✭✭✭✭R.O.R


    From checking pricing for my sister in laws old Clio, the clutch on a Clio is a costly job. That's even from my friendly local mechanic doing a nixer, so be prepared to dig deep if it is a problem.


  • #4
    binaryrealm
    Registered Users Posts: 21 ✭binaryrealm


    Hi,

    Thanks for your replies so far.

    R.O.R.: I'd be glad if I had such a "friendly local mechanic". Actually I am prepared to dig deep, as you say, if it really is necessary to buy a new clutch.

    But that's exactly what I am looking for, a qualified opinion from someone who is not desperate to make some ca$h (i.e. "friendly") by unnecessarily replacing parts.

    Essentially it's a question of trust. You need to trust your mechanic to really give you a qualified opinion.


  • #5
    ytpe2r5bxkn0c1
    Closed Accounts Posts: 32,688 ✭✭✭✭ytpe2r5bxkn0c1


    Try Laverty's in Linenhall Street.


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