Subject: home clutch replacement
Trish states: I’m a very confident woman who has worked on my own VW’s and current 1976 (1980 3.0 engine) myself. I have financial constraints that have me unable to pay a mechanic to replace my clutch. My question: How hard would it be for me to do this myself?
Well Trish, it all depends if you have the tools and the mechanical knowledge to do this. To replace a clutch is not too difficult mechanically. The problem is accessing the bolts underneath the vehicle, having the room to move about while laying on your back underneath the car, and then aligning the clutch and pressure plate when assembling the clutch.
It would help to have a repair manual. I would if I were you, take a look at a motors manual and see if you are able to tackle the job. You will need help because the transmission is a bit heavy. Hopefully the person helping you knows a bit about that type of repair.
If you’re in the Phoenix area I will help you, just contact me at the site as a question. Good Luck Trish and be careful..
Dave..
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