just covering all the bases, does anyone know what the price tag is for a new clutch job ?
please be gentle !

 

$1,200 - $2,000 cheaper to do it yourself.

 

Looks expensive: https://www.crossfireforum.org/forum...ch+replacement

This is definitely a shade-tree weekend project.

We need to figure out a way to defeat the tranny shock fuse, that is why the XF and EVOS chew up clutches so fast, the drivetrain protection is holding line pressure to the clutch during hard takeoffs. Might have to do some asking around the EVO forums and see if they know how to bi-pass this safety device.

 

On any other car I would agree with your DIY project. But this MB clutch needs "special" tools that adjust the tolerance, not to mention just removing the throw-out bearing. I would take the car to an independent MB mechanic to have this done unless you own a shop... Definitely DO NOT have a Chrysler Dealer do the work.

Last time I had the clutch replaced, labor was $1,300. The Spec racing clutch was $1,100, new throw-out bearing was $120 from MB.

http://www.specclutch.com/

 

Well for that price I think I'll buy all the necessary tool and do it myself when the time comes.