Mk1 1.8 Clutch replacement cost

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Time for a new clutch?

In theory, the clutch system is self adjusting. The release bearing just runs on the clutch and the slave settles to the correct place. So the only adjustment is the relationship between the pedal movement and the master. Here it is important that there is just enough free play in the pedal before it contacts the master when the master piston is at full extension out. If you overdo raising the bite point to the extent of losing the pedal free play and even eating into master piston extension…