Date:         Tue, 15 Dec 2020 14:33:45 +0000
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From:         "ddbjorkman@verizon.net" <ddbjorkman@VERIZON.NET>
Subject:      Re: Difficulty / time to replace clutch - 1991 Westfalia 2WD
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A clutch job isn't a killer.  Supporting and removing the engine is the issue.  Some say to remove the engine and transaxel together, but that incurs extra work.  Some you have done before with your CV job.  I would say, from your earlier experience, go for it.  Take your time and make sure your alignments dead on.  If time was an issue, then to the mechanic. If wanted, ask him ehat he thinks.
Dave B.

-----Original Message-----
From: Steve Williams <steve@WILLIAMSITCONSULTING.COM>
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Sent: Mon, Dec 14, 2020 8:45 pm
Subject: Difficulty / time to replace clutch - 1991 Westfalia 2WD

Hi,

My clutch is on it's last legs.�  I can smell a very slight burning smell
after pulling some long mountain hills in 3rd gear.

I've done most of the mechanic work on my van, CV's, full coolant system
upgrade (hoses, pipes, etc) and have done engine work on previous
vehicles I've owned.

The only major work I haven't undertaken myself was a recent complete
exhaust system replacement with all the rusted studs / nuts & bolts :D.

How difficult would it be to undertake replacing my clutch on my own?�
I've got lots of time, a heated garage but no lift.�  I assume I'd be
doing a lot of the work laying on my back.

Is this one of those jobs I should just pay a shop to do?�  I've got a
very good mechanic to use where I live.�  What would be a reasonable
number of hours for an experienced Vanagon mechanic to replace the
clutch?�  How about an inexperienced DIY'er?�  lol.

Thanks,
Steve W.