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Preparing to replace the clutch on my R53, what else to do while it's apart?
Stock Problems/IssuesDiscussions related to warranty related issues and repairs, or other problems with the OEM parts and software for MINI Cooper (R50), Cabrio (R52), and Cooper S (R53) MINIs.
Preparing to replace the clutch on my R53, what else to do while it's apart?
I have the Valeo clutch kit, rear main seal, transmission input seal and throwout bushings. Is there anything else, even outside of the transmission that should be taken care of while I have access? How about the transmission mount? I've replaced the other two engine mounts but this one seems to be rarely mentioned.
I'm at just under 100k miles. The starter & slave cylinder both seem to be fine. Anything else I should check?
I just did mine. I also replaced the Crank Position seal, Control arm bushings, power steering return lines, sway bar bushings, throw out bearing shaft bushings, belt, belt tensioner, idler, oil cooler o'rings, rear main seal Plus a bunch of little things.
The whole car is pretty much disassembled. Might as well have a good look and replace everything while it is easy to get to.
Good call on the power steering lines, I will take care of those while everything's apart. I'll take care of the guide tube as well. Thanks for the suggestions!
I probably won't be able to throw an extra grand at the project for a Quaife haha
I was in the same boat upgrading a clutch and when I learned the labor to open up the trans was nearly a grand, well I didn't want to pay that again just to install a diff...you should consider this
05-18-2017, 10:34 AM
