I'd like to install an aftermarket clutch / pressure plate into my NX 2000 and I have a few questions about the installation.

I've read the "How to" on installing a clutch... and it sounds like a LOT of work. I'm sure I could do it in a weekend if I put my mind to it, or I could pay someone to do it for me.



How many hours of labor should I expect if I have a shop do it, or how much should I expect them to charge?

On a scale of 1 - 10 in terms of difficulty... how would you rate a clutch replacement for a B13?

If I were to purchase a clutch kit.. what tools would I need other than torque wrench / extensions / open wrenches / screw driver / 19" breaker bar (1/2" socket) / ratchets?

It's not as hard as it seems. You need a 10mm, 14mm, 17mm, 32mm deep socket (axles). all extensions and that's just about it. On average, it's taken us about 4 hours to swap a clutch. I'm sure we could have done it faster, but a few beers and time just doesn't matter anymore.

I know it "sounds" like alot of work, but it's more prep work to get to the trannie bolts. If I were you I'd get a few friends that are mechanically inclined, or that know how to follow directions well and do it in an afternoon.

i can do my clutch in about an hour now as long as i have air tools.....first time i did my clutch it took about 3-4 hours.

its not difficult just take your time and make sure you haveeverythingdisconnected before you drop your tranny....i made the mistake of forgetting about my speedo cable the first time.

If you've never done it before, give yourself two days. make sure to have a helper and an extra jack.

2 hours 54 minutes alone in 8" of snow and 24 degree temps.

no lift, no way of getting the trans out from under the car, no patience, 3 days for me!!! it's not that bad if you can find all the bolts that you need to take out. deffinatly doable don't be scared. but it is a big job

It's not as hard as it seems. You need a 10mm, 14mm, 17mm, 32mm deep socket (axles).

You missed a 12mm socket ;)

Way back in the day when I was calling around to different shops, the quoted labor time is 7-8 hours. If its your first time, you should probably give yourself two days.

Taking my time now, I can do it in a shade over 3.

I agree, my first time took 2 days with a helper

Second time took one day, third time an afternoon, last time the clutch and tranny part took about 3 hours.

It's all about knowing where the bolts are and how it all works, once you know that it doesn't take long at all.

Usually I can do it pretty fast, but weekends back from college to work on it while hungover and cant get the axle out of the passenger side, it takes a while. There is limited spots to pry the axle out of the passenger side of the tranny. =(

the passenger axle really only needs to be pulled on, not pryed. First time it will be a 2 day event. it is more of a 3-4 hourjob though. It can be difficult to remove the flywheel or axles which may prolong the job. Planning by purchasing gear oil, axle seals, resurfaced flywheel/aluminum flywheel, main bearing seal,lithium assembly grease, brake cleaner, T.O bearing, and new axles as needed with help ensure the job is complete correctly and without additional delays and complications.

If you have over about a hundred k on the car, might want to order the spring steel clips that retain the t.o bearing onto the arm. I've seen them worn through. There are several different ways to go about getting the brake etc. assemblies out of the way, our favorite being to pop the ball joint (lower a-frame) and tie rod off and just pull it out and swing it away. BUT, popping the ball joint can be a pita. While you're there, might look at those and the tie rod ends. If you do tie rod ends you'll also get to realign when you get it back together. A mechanical friend is a virtual necessity; srx5 is likely both very competent and nuts. Dropping the gearbox on your head is rarely considered a positive learning experience.

book time on a b14 2.0 is 5 hours and .2 for a flywheel.
and for 1.6 its 5.0 and flywheel is .2

on a b13 2.0 its 5.9 and .4 for a flywheel
b13 1.6 is 5.2 and .4 for flywheel

No matter how you are told to do this if its your first time you are in for a treat!:rofl:
My last one i did took me 3 hours to do it alone and install a Fidanza and wrestle ES solid mounts in place. If you dont have them and are dropping the trans its a good thing to do.

That's a good point. I'm assuming you're talking about motor mounts? I could throw a couple in while doing the whole thing.... this sounds like a good weekend project.

Also, my Redline MT-90 has like 900 miles on it.. could I catch it and put it back in, or would that be a bad idea?

i know it pays 6hours if your a mechanic.... and it all depends on the tools you have and the experience! but if you take it to a shop expect to pay around 600$ becuase most guys love fucking over people.

My clutch job took me about 6 hours - first time, two other guys and we had two cars to do (ones Saturday, one Sunday). I'd allow a day. You will want to have a helper on hand to get the transmission up and down off the tail of the crank (unless you're strong) but otherwise you can do it yourself with little difficulty.

Things to check/inspect while you're in there include engine mounts and steering rack bushings. The left-side rack bushing is cake with the tranny out and a big pain with it in.

David

That's a good point. I'm assuming you're talking about motor mounts? I could throw a couple in while doing the whole thing.... this sounds like a good weekend project.

Also, my Redline MT-90 has like 900 miles on it.. could I catch it and put it back in, or would that be a bad idea?

Yup, inserts or solids its good to do them and a perfect time if you have the trans out, hope you have a vise to get em in and a air hammer to get em out.

srx5 is likely both very competent and nuts.


:biggthump :rofl: At the time it was my only car and I needed to get it fixed asap. But yes, I'm very competent (15+ SE-R clutch jobs) and just a little nuts;) cold and snow will motivate you like no other....

Yup, I did my VE swap this winter - at least I had a carport, and it's deep south, but DAMN it was cold. But I was lucky and was able to get my other half to play chauffeurette for the MONTHS I took to finally finish. You got more moxie than I do, bub. :cheers:
Taiden, drain your MT90 into a clean pan and LOOK CAREFULLY for unfriendly things on the drain plug and in the bottom of the pan (i.e., filings). If it's clean, by all means use it.

Third time around, it took me at least a full day because I replaced the two switches and the speedometer pinion on the trans and replaced the front torque mount and the steel friction surface on the flywheel ( pain in da' ass) along with the shifter bushings as well.