it never rains but it pours. I need a new clutch.

[Ben]

i just got it back on the road and was out last night and i noticed blips it the acceleration. Further tests showed that my clutch was slipping. Switch to grandma mode to nurse it along. What is likely to happen? Will its slipping slowly get worse or will i suddenly lose the clutch without warning? Also, when i look for a new one, am i better sticking with a vw standard clutch or opting for some sort of sports clutch? What are the benefits of each option?

[Sam]

How many miles has it covered. The US has a 100k (I think) powertrain warranty, do we (the UK) have anything similar?

[Crasher]

Is this on the Mk5? The US warranty dosn't cover clutches for wear as far as I know.

[Ben]

crasher What would you recommend in your vast experience?

[Pauloz]

Youve done well to kill the clutch in 57k
Youve had an early warning, well done for spotting it - but change the clutch asap or you'll have problems very soon. Have you tuned the car at all? IMO go for an OE valeo/luk unit if not - theres no reason why an OE clutch isnt up to the job if driven correctly......

[Ben]

Have you tuned the car at all?

2.0 gt tdi's don't usually come with 191bhp do they?

[Pauloz]

2.0 gt tdi's don't usually come with 191bhp do they?

obviously not. just trying to help

[Ben]

When i got the car it had already done 33000 miles. Who know how it did them?

i'm hoping i can make it last till next weekend so i can take it then. but if not, i have 'dads recovery service' on stand by.

Hi dad.

[dickymint]

And you said your mothers car was car was 'pants'.
Can I assist you to the repairers? If a Touareg can tow a 747......

[Crasher]

I would suggest fitting a full LUK DMF and clutch kit from GSF or ECP, if it lasts another 60k that will be OK I think, don'yt you?