The Trusted Local Choice for Clutch Replacement & Clutch Repair in Knowle | The Clutch Company
As Bristol’s trusted gearbox and clutch specialist, The Clutch Company receives a lot of custom from motorists residing in and around the Knowle area. They visit us not just for clutch repair and clutch replacement, but also gearbox repair, gearbox replacement and flywheel repair. But while curing automotive issues as and when they emerge is our bread and butter, we also like to help customers by recommending preventative measures, so they can avoid the inconvenience of a breakdown and associated repair costs.
So on this page, directed toward Knowle clients who have previously required our services – such as clutch repair, clutch replacement, gearbox repair, gearbox replacement and work on flywheels – we’ve provided some advice on reducing clutch wear. If it’s too late and you already require our repair or replacement services then the below may be somewhat superfluous! In that case, pick up the phone and call the friendly team at The Clutch Company on 0208 3922 666 or 02088 783 666.
How to Reduce Clutch Wear
So first of all, exactly how does a clutch come to wear down? While rotating at the same rate as the flywheel, very little wear occurs; while entirely disengaged, there’s no friction at all between the clutch plate and flywheel, meaning no wear and tear. This means the wear that eventually leads to the need for clutch repair and clutch replacement almost solely occurs while it’s being actively engaged and disengaged. Sudden application is a prime offender for a heavy stress load, and can lead to slippage.
Reducing clutch wear, and consequently the frequency that Knowle clients need to visit us for clutch repair and clutch replacement, thus comes down to engaging and disengaging the pedal carefully. The same subtle, seamless approach to changing gears will also help – and subsequently also reducing the chances you’ll be visiting us for gearbox repairs or gearbox replacement. Of special importance is the shift into first gear, as this is where most sudden damage to a clutch plate or flywheel occurs.
Another big cause of much of the clutch wear Knowle motorists experience is excess weight carried by a vehicle; one common reason is an attached trailer that a vehicle isn’t powerful enough to transport. Being over encumbered means you have to ride the clutch more, and rev a lot to get up any kind of angled road or terrain. Ensure that your vehicle isn’t overloaded, and if you have to move a large quantity of items, break it up into multiple trips.