Clutch survey. How many miles on your Mini/other clutch.
#1
03-06-2011 | 09:52 AM
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From: L.A.
Clutch survey. How many miles on your Mini/other clutch.
So I like many others are at 38K miles and have a slightly slipping clutch. No noises, no grinding, just slipping with throttle in 6th gear mainly.
I know some have had clutches go way earlier, but how many have had no problems past 50K miles?
I was told by my SA that 35K miles is normal for a clutch? Yeah right!? I have only had 2 cars previous (both Corolla's) and never had one need a clutch within 90K miles. I owned one for 8 years and replaced the clutch once at 130K and then never again till it was totaled at 242K (still on the original engine).
If you all could take the time to fill out this survey it would be greatly appreciated. Any make/ model is welcome as long as it was a manual transmission. Even if you never had to change the clutch while you owned it please put down the mileage when you sold it.
If you have had a clutch replaced with an aftermarket one please include a short review and mileage done on that clutch.
I will start the ball rolling.
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2007
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 35K/ at 39K not replaced.
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: Slipping higher gears mainly, hasn't gotten worse yet.
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 50/45/5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Not replaced yet.
Thanks.
I know some have had clutches go way earlier, but how many have had no problems past 50K miles?
I was told by my SA that 35K miles is normal for a clutch? Yeah right!? I have only had 2 cars previous (both Corolla's) and never had one need a clutch within 90K miles. I owned one for 8 years and replaced the clutch once at 130K and then never again till it was totaled at 242K (still on the original engine).
If you all could take the time to fill out this survey it would be greatly appreciated. Any make/ model is welcome as long as it was a manual transmission. Even if you never had to change the clutch while you owned it please put down the mileage when you sold it.
If you have had a clutch replaced with an aftermarket one please include a short review and mileage done on that clutch.
I will start the ball rolling.
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2007
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 35K/ at 39K not replaced.
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: Slipping higher gears mainly, hasn't gotten worse yet.
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 50/45/5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Not replaced yet.
Thanks.
#2
03-06-2011 | 10:39 AM
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2007 (lease turn in)
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: N/A - Turned in Lease at 2 year mark w/ 30k miles on car. Clutch was ok.
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: N/A
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 50/45/5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: N/A
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2009 (current)
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: N/A - Currently at 25k miles with OEM clutch still ok.
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: N/A
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 35/60/5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: N/A
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2007 (lease turn in)
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: N/A - Turned in Lease at 2 year mark w/ 30k miles on car. Clutch was ok.
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: N/A
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 50/45/5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: N/A
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2009 (current)
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: N/A - Currently at 25k miles with OEM clutch still ok.
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: N/A
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 35/60/5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: N/A
#3
03-06-2011 | 11:11 AM
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Thanks.
So even with an AP tune you have nothing yet. I had an RMW tune for a couple of weeks, and the day it was put on I really noticed the clutch slip in 5th and 6th (too much power for it!!!!)I had to get it removed while I save for a new clutch. I will be interested to see how yours goes.
Edit. Sorry I saw that the AP it not installed yet. Anyone else with an AP?
So even with an AP tune you have nothing yet. I had an RMW tune for a couple of weeks, and the day it was put on I really noticed the clutch slip in 5th and 6th (too much power for it!!!!)I had to get it removed while I save for a new clutch. I will be interested to see how yours goes.
Edit. Sorry I saw that the AP it not installed yet. Anyone else with an AP?
#4
03-06-2011 | 12:01 PM
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Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 1,284
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From: Middle Earth
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S Hatch
Year: 2006
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: still no problems, 67,000
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: No failure
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 65/30/5(track and auto-x)
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Not planning on replacing any time soon
Model: Cooper S Hatch
Year: 2006
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: still no problems, 67,000
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: No failure
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 65/30/5(track and auto-x)
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Not planning on replacing any time soon
#6
03-06-2011 | 01:54 PM
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S Hardtop JCW Stage 1
Year: 2008
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: Clutch OK so Far at 32 K Mikes
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure:
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 10/70/20 (32 track days so far/1 AutoX)
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Not replaced yet.
Model: Cooper S Hardtop JCW Stage 1
Year: 2008
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: Clutch OK so Far at 32 K Mikes
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure:
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 10/70/20 (32 track days so far/1 AutoX)
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Not replaced yet.
#7
03-06-2011 | 04:26 PM
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Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 2,358
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From: Graham, NC
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2008
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 76k miles - no problems
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: None.
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 15/70/15
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: N/A
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2008
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 76k miles - no problems
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: None.
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 15/70/15
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: N/A
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#8
03-06-2011 | 04:35 PM
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Joined: Jan 2011
Posts: 103
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From: The Netherlands
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2005
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 64k miles - no problems
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: None.
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 10/70/20
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: N/A
Talked to someone today driving a Just a: 140k on it, still driving the factory clutch
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2005
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 64k miles - no problems
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: None.
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 10/70/20
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: N/A
Talked to someone today driving a Just a: 140k on it, still driving the factory clutch
Last edited by Floor-is; 03-06-2011 at 04:37 PM. Reason: Added info
#9
03-06-2011 | 04:51 PM
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From: Stanwood, WA
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2007
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 127K, not replaced.
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: N/A
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 20/80/5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: N/A
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2007
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 127K, not replaced.
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: N/A
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 20/80/5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: N/A
#10
03-07-2011 | 06:03 AM
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Posts: 396
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From: Alexandria, VA
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2007
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 40K (now in shop)
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: Racing engine in lower gear, finally couldn't move even on gas.
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 70/20/5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: "Normal wear and tear"
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2007
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 40K (now in shop)
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: Racing engine in lower gear, finally couldn't move even on gas.
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 70/20/5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: "Normal wear and tear"
#11
03-07-2011 | 06:56 PM
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper Clubman
Year: 2008
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 49K/ Appointment in a couple days to evaluate
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: Chatter when engaging from a stop, forward or reverse. No slip, no problem during gear changes after moving.
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 10/90/0
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Not replaced yet.
I'll echo the sentiments expressed by the OP: I've had cars with many, many, many more miles than this, and have never replaced a clutch on anything. I'll keep you posted as to what the SA/tech tells me.
Model: Cooper Clubman
Year: 2008
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 49K/ Appointment in a couple days to evaluate
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: Chatter when engaging from a stop, forward or reverse. No slip, no problem during gear changes after moving.
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 10/90/0
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Not replaced yet.
I'll echo the sentiments expressed by the OP: I've had cars with many, many, many more miles than this, and have never replaced a clutch on anything. I'll keep you posted as to what the SA/tech tells me.
#12
03-07-2011 | 07:06 PM
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From: Loveland, CO
oops. just noticed this is a 2nd gen forum, just disregard.
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2005
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: Still going strong at 89K
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: No simptoms.
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 50/45/5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Not replaced yet.
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2005
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: Still going strong at 89K
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: No simptoms.
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 50/45/5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Not replaced yet.
Last edited by Johnna; 03-07-2011 at 07:08 PM. Reason: oops. wrong forum.
#13
03-08-2011 | 05:41 PM
4th Gear
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 455
Likes: 14
Make: MINI
Model: JCW Hardtop
Year: 2010
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 12k miles, no problems
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: N/A
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 60/30/10
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: N/A
Model: JCW Hardtop
Year: 2010
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 12k miles, no problems
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: N/A
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 60/30/10
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: N/A
#14
03-08-2011 | 06:26 PM
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Joined: Feb 2003
Posts: 187
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From: Northeast Texas
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S Clubman
Year: 2008
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 20k miles, no problems
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: N/A
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 60 / 25 / 5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: N/A
Model: Cooper S Clubman
Year: 2008
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 20k miles, no problems
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: N/A
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 60 / 25 / 5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: N/A
#15
03-08-2011 | 06:36 PM
4th Gear
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 455
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From: Richmond, Va
Make: MINI
Model: Hardtop S
Year: 2009
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 20k miles, no problems
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: N/A
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 80/15/5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: N/A
*******THIS IS ABOUT THE ONLY THING THAT HASN'T BROKE YET*******
Model: Hardtop S
Year: 2009
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 20k miles, no problems
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: N/A
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 80/15/5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: N/A
*******THIS IS ABOUT THE ONLY THING THAT HASN'T BROKE YET*******
#16
03-15-2011 | 07:08 PM
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From: L.A.
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2007
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 127K, not replaced.
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: N/A
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 20/80/5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: N/A
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2007
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 127K, not replaced.
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: N/A
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 20/80/5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: N/A
WOW!!!!And the winner is....
#17
03-15-2011 | 07:09 PM
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From: L.A.
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper Clubman
Year: 2008
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 49K/ Appointment in a couple days to evaluate
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: Chatter when engaging from a stop, forward or reverse. No slip, no problem during gear changes after moving.
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 10/90/0
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Not replaced yet.
I'll echo the sentiments expressed by the OP: I've had cars with many, many, many more miles than this, and have never replaced a clutch on anything. I'll keep you posted as to what the SA/tech tells me.
Model: Cooper Clubman
Year: 2008
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 49K/ Appointment in a couple days to evaluate
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: Chatter when engaging from a stop, forward or reverse. No slip, no problem during gear changes after moving.
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 10/90/0
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Not replaced yet.
I'll echo the sentiments expressed by the OP: I've had cars with many, many, many more miles than this, and have never replaced a clutch on anything. I'll keep you posted as to what the SA/tech tells me.
#21
03-16-2011 | 10:44 AM
Clutch 1:
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S
Year: 2008
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 30kish / 30kish
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: Really weird engagement, jerky. Clutch itself was fine, no slippage.
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 75/25/and I'd say 50% of my driving is hard driving
...also have had a tune since just before 30k miles, and a bigger turbo for the past 10k miles.
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Throwout bearing/pressure plate/flywheel issue (don't remember the exact issue to be honest)...clutch was still within spec. But all parts were replaced under warranty...clutch included.
Clutch 2:
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 51K / current issue, not replaced as of yet...
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: Rattling flywheel at idle, stops when clutch is pushed in. Clutch holds fine though, no slip. Even with ~260 ft-lbs to the wheels.
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: see above
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Taking it in Thursday.......
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S
Year: 2008
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 30kish / 30kish
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: Really weird engagement, jerky. Clutch itself was fine, no slippage.
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 75/25/and I'd say 50% of my driving is hard driving
...also have had a tune since just before 30k miles, and a bigger turbo for the past 10k miles.When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Throwout bearing/pressure plate/flywheel issue (don't remember the exact issue to be honest)...clutch was still within spec. But all parts were replaced under warranty...clutch included.
Clutch 2:
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 51K / current issue, not replaced as of yet...
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: Rattling flywheel at idle, stops when clutch is pushed in. Clutch holds fine though, no slip. Even with ~260 ft-lbs to the wheels.
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: see above
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Taking it in Thursday.......
#22
03-16-2011 | 11:30 AM
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So I like many others are at 38K miles and have a slightly slipping clutch. No noises, no grinding, just slipping with throttle in 6th gear mainly.
I know some have had clutches go way earlier, but how many have had no problems past 50K miles?
I was told by my SA that 35K miles is normal for a clutch? Yeah right!? I have only had 2 cars previous (both Corolla's) and never had one need a clutch within 90K miles. I owned one for 8 years and replaced the clutch once at 130K and then never again till it was totaled at 242K (still on the original engine).
If you all could take the time to fill out this survey it would be greatly appreciated. Any make/ model is welcome as long as it was a manual transmission. Even if you never had to change the clutch while you owned it please put down the mileage when you sold it.
If you have had a clutch replaced with an aftermarket one please include a short review and mileage done on that clutch.
I will start the ball rolling.
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2007
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 35K/ at 39K not replaced.
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: Slipping higher gears mainly, hasn't gotten worse yet.
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 50/45/5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Not replaced yet.
Thanks.
I know some have had clutches go way earlier, but how many have had no problems past 50K miles?
I was told by my SA that 35K miles is normal for a clutch? Yeah right!? I have only had 2 cars previous (both Corolla's) and never had one need a clutch within 90K miles. I owned one for 8 years and replaced the clutch once at 130K and then never again till it was totaled at 242K (still on the original engine).
If you all could take the time to fill out this survey it would be greatly appreciated. Any make/ model is welcome as long as it was a manual transmission. Even if you never had to change the clutch while you owned it please put down the mileage when you sold it.
If you have had a clutch replaced with an aftermarket one please include a short review and mileage done on that clutch.
I will start the ball rolling.
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2007
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 35K/ at 39K not replaced.
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: Slipping higher gears mainly, hasn't gotten worse yet.
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 50/45/5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Not replaced yet.
Thanks.
make/model/year: 2005 Infiniti G35
OEM clutch
mileage at start of symptoms: just over 50K
symptoms: slipping for G35
mainly stop and go driving-65 or 70 highway, 30-45 city
clutch not replaced; opted to trade in car instead of repairing
prognosis: normal wear.
I also had an Infiniti G20 that went over 50k miles before needing clutch replacement. I replaced it with OEM clutch just before I sold that car at 70k miles.
#23
03-16-2011 | 04:09 PM
4th Gear
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 470
Likes: 1
From: Harleysville PA
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2008
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 30k
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: N/A
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO:40/55/5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Not replaced yet.
Continues to be fine. I've never had clutch issues while driving pickup trucks to 18 wheelers for thirty five years. I hope to keep it that way!
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2008
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 30k
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: N/A
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO:40/55/5
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Not replaced yet.
Continues to be fine. I've never had clutch issues while driving pickup trucks to 18 wheelers for thirty five years. I hope to keep it that way!
#24
04-06-2011 | 08:01 PM
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From: L.A.
Well... I took my Mini to Universal Mini today for an "excessive battery discharge" message. They asked if there was anything else I wanted them to look at. I mentioned a weird "sigh" or "hoot" noise when taking off from a standing start. They came back with it being the clutch and said they could have it done by tomorrow. I asked how much, expecting to hear the $3000 price tag. They said "NOTHING!!!!!" under warranty!!!!!! WOW!!!!
Needless to say I said go ahead. Very happy about that one.
On a side note, I have a 2011 Hyundai Sonata rental, and it is pretty sweet. Much better than my Mom's Hyundai Excel from many moons ago. Hyundai have really picked their game up. But still nowhere near as fun as the R56S!!!
Needless to say I said go ahead. Very happy about that one.
On a side note, I have a 2011 Hyundai Sonata rental, and it is pretty sweet. Much better than my Mom's Hyundai Excel from many moons ago. Hyundai have really picked their game up. But still nowhere near as fun as the R56S!!!
#25
04-07-2011 | 03:05 AM
3rd Gear
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 206
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From: East Tennessee
Make: MINI
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2009
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 67,000 miles no slipping or other wear signs. I hope it lets go before the 100k maintenance plan is up.
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: N/A
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 50/50 all with brisk acceleration
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Not replaced yet.
Model: Cooper S Hardtop
Year: 2009
Mileage at failure start/ Mileage when Replaced: 67,000 miles no slipping or other wear signs. I hope it lets go before the 100k maintenance plan is up.
OEM or Aftermarket clutch: OEM
Symptoms during clutch failure: N/A
Stop go city / Open highway / Hard driving RATIO: 50/50 all with brisk acceleration
When replaced, what was the prognosis? Part Failure? Normal wear?: Not replaced yet.