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At Goldstar Commercials, we specialise in providing replacement spare parts for commercial vehicles. So if you need replacement Clutch Parts London in a hurry, don't worry because when you order spare parts on our online store, you can enjoy next day delivery.
In short, a manual vehicle's clutch is a mechanical device which transfers rotational power from the engine to the wheels.
Whilst many drivers understand that the clutch pedal is used in order to change gear, not everyone understands what a clutch does exactly. The clutch connects two or more rotating shafts, in the case of a manual vehicle; this component has control over the connection between the shaft connected to the engine, and the shafts which turn the vehicle's wheels. In order to allow the vehicle to change speed or come to a complete stop without the engine being turned off, the connection between the engine and the wheels must be broken; this is where the clutch can be utilised. When you push your foot down on the clutch pedal, a pressure plate is pulled from the clutch plate, breaking the connection between the engine and the wheels, which allows the wheels to spin on their own without power of the engine.
If all is well, the clutch will smoothly release in both directions, if you notice a grinding noise when you depress the clutch to shift gears, this is a clear warning sign that your clutch needs to be checked by a trained professional. However, this isn't the only symptom of a clutch that needs repair or replacement; there are many other signs of damaged or worn-out clutches.
Some other symptoms of issues with your vehicle's clutch include:
One of the best pieces of advice to prevent the clutch from being worn out is to not ride the clutch. Many people will have heard driving instructors say "don't ride the clutch" however; it's not well known why this is so bad for your vehicle. Riding the clutch is when you slightly press down on the clutch pedal whilst driving, without fully engaging the clutch. This creates friction on the clutch, which will result in it being worn out faster, so in order to reduce the likelihood of this, make sure you keep your foot far away from the clutch pedal, until you want to change gear.
Also, in order to avoid quickly wearing out the clutch, it is important that drivers do not linger whilst changing gear. Just remember, the longer you hold down the clutch pedal, the more strain is being placed upon this vital component. So if you take a few seconds to change gear, this can quickly add up to a significant amount of time when you consider how many times you need to change gear on your average journey.
Some might argue that the clutch is the hardest working component in any manual vehicle. The clutch is engaging and disengaging at every start, stop, and gear change; creating friction between the clutch disc, pressure plate, and flywheel.
The question regarding how long a clutch should last is similar to the phrase ‘how long is a piece of string?' however, a good rule of thumb is to assume a clutch should last around 50,000 and 100,000 miles depending on how ‘clutch friendly' your driving is.
Without a clutch, you'll be unable to change gears; however this is not the only issue one faces with a damaged clutch. Whilst it is technically possible to drive a vehicle with a damaged clutch, this is highly discouraged as this activity can be very dangerous. Driving a vehicle with a damaged clutch is very likely to cause further damage to the clutch itself, but also cause serious damage to the gearbox, the shifter, and the start motor. So if you suspect that there is an issue with your vehicle's clutch, take it to a skilled professional who can diagnose any problems.
When sourcing replacement parts for your vehicle, it is very important that you only purchase the components from a reliable and trustworthy business. Started by the Castell family in 1983, Goldstar Commercials have over 38 years of experience providing our customers with high standards of both product quality and customer service. To demonstrate our dedication to high standards, we are happy to provide a 60 day warranty on all parts(excluding electrical components) purchased from the Goldstar Commercials online store.
If you are interested in purchasing a replacement clutch for your vehicle, or if you require more information regarding the clutch parts in London that are available on our online store, please don't hesitate to get in touch with a member of staff.
If you would like to speak to our team of commercial vehicle specialists, please give us a call on 0208 890 2000 between 9am and 3pm. You can also get in touch with our team using the internet by sending any questions you have to us by email at info@goldstarcommercials.co.uk.
