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Old Jun 23, 2012 | 11:39 PM
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it has 12K on it.

I am just off Arastradero Road.
 
Old Jun 23, 2012 | 11:54 PM
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Originally Posted by AstonAddict
it has 12K on it.

I am just off Arastradero Road.
Just sent you a PM; we're neighbors.
 
Old Jun 26, 2012 | 02:47 PM
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Just tested my car. I'd say that the clutch catches at around or just before the half way point. In other words, I release the clutch pedal about 3-4 inches before it catches. I spoke with an AM advisor and he stated that this is normal. According to him, one of the first signs that a clutch may need to be replaced is the amount of effort required when you press down on the clutch pedal. If it feels harder and stiffer, then a clutch is nearing the end of its life.

He also said that he has seen clutches go as long as 30K miles before needing to be replaced....it just depends on the driver.

Hope this helps.
 
Old Jun 26, 2012 | 10:20 PM
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Thanks. This is as I suspected. My car needs a clutch.

I will have the guys in Los Gatos take a look next week. Let's get together.
 
Old Jun 27, 2012 | 09:46 AM
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I have almost 50,000km on my 2009 Vantage SS and I am still on my first clutch. I hope it lasts forever!!!
 
Old Jul 22, 2012 | 07:29 AM
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06 here, replaced clutch at 29k, started slipping around 27k. Go with RSC clutch you won't regret
 
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