A Local Favourite for Clutch Replacement & Clutch Repair in Keynsham
The Clutch Company covers all of Bristol, including the Keynsham area, providing an alternative to generic garages and larger chain clutch specialists that offer a poor standard of customer service. We offer a full range of services – from clutch repair and clutch replacement, to gearbox repair and gearbox replacement – at highly competitive prices; furthermore, we offer fast turnaround times and a wealth of complementary services, such as courtesy cars, a breakdown recovery service, and the option for us to drop off your vehicle once work is complete.
But what about preventing the need for these services in the first place? Prevention is always better than cure, after all. That’s what this page is all about: helping Keynsham motorists to keep their vehicle in healthy, working order and to avoid the need for clutch repairs or clutch replacement. More interested in the aforementioned gearbox repairs and gearbox replacement? Skip the below and call our team directly on 0208 3922 666 or 02088 783 666.
The Dos and Don’ts of Maintaining a Healthy Clutch
Do full press and release the clutch when shifting gears and stopping. Many Keynsham clients experience damage that requires clutch repair, and in extreme cases clutch replacement, due to half-pressing or half-depressing their pedal and shifting gears.
Don’t ride the clutch. While it might feel natural to hold the clutch down while stopping at a red light, or because the motorist in front of you has otherwise come to a halt, this will reduce the contact between clutch plate, disc and flywheel. It’s a bad habit and can accelerate wear.
Do use your brake when stopping on a hill. This feeds back into the former point as a poor habit that leads to excess wear. Your brake is there for a reason, so make the most of it!
Don’t park in gear. While it might feel quicker and more convenient, Keynsham motorists are encouraged to park in neutral to avoid placing extra stress on their clutch when restarting their vehicle, which will make it more likely you’ll be visiting us for clutch repairs or full-fledged clutch replacement.
Do stay aware, and slowdown in advance of traffic. This means that by the time you pull up to a red light or other cause for traffic, it’s already moving and you don’t need to come to a complete stop. By doing so, you reduce the amount you need to rely on your clutch and extend its natural lifespan.
Remember, despite our name it’s not just clutches we look after – we provide gearbox repairs and gearbox replacement for Keynsham residents, using high quality, OEM parts sourced at distinctly affordable prices.