Gearbox off - have I thought of everything?

[Nathan88]

Hi guys,

My car needs a new clutch as the release bearing is pretty noisy and the propshaft support bearing is also clunky as hell.

So, as the gearbox will be coming off I wanted to check what else should I be changed whilst all this stuff is off.

So far I have thought of the following.

1. Clutch kit
2. Flywheel
3. Prop support bearing
4. Rear main shaft seal

5.Possibly the prop shaft rubber flex disc/guino - however, having locked at the under the car it looks fine!

For items 1-4 I have been quoted £1260 by one Indy specialist, and £1352 by another which I don’t think is too bad…

Also, if the flywheel doesn’t need replacing then it’s £492 less, so £765.

Is there anything else I should be considering?

Thanks, Nathan.

 

[bigwinn]

Depending on the age of the car it’s worth looking at the condition of the engine and gearbox mounts.

 

[Rockhopper]

How’s your handbrake holding out? Easy to change whilst the prop and exhaust are off.