Dual Mass flywheels

[waynne]

Is it the 0-60 power runs that did it?

I'd definately take it back. Didn't the garage specify the solid flywheel?

[HDi fun]

It's been slipping long before those I'm afraid. I'm mroe concerned about drivetrain damage in the long term due to torsional vibrations being transmitted. This could also affect the crankshaft. I've sent a very formal letter to the garage that did the work. Basically I asked for the DMF and clutch to be replaced (with another each of the same). I did NOT asked for the DMF and clutch to be replaced with a Solid Flywheel Conversion kit.


Let's see what transpires. I think my case is sound so if the letter is unforthcoming I'll force it into small claims.

[waynne]

A solicitors letter is usually enough. Have you got legal cover under you home insurance which covers this? (A lot exclude motor vehicle disputes!)

[HDi fun]

I don't have cover for motor vehicle issues with house contents. I MIGHT just be able to get assistance from Privilege (my motor insurer).

I really don't think tha garage is at fault. I think they acted in good faith and were supplied with incorrect parts by the local motor factor. As such I will support them quite happily, so long as they take steps to resolve the issue. I think that the motor factor should pay for the labour costs - they had no right to substitute parts on the picking room floor.

I won't bother with a solicitor, my grounding in consumer and contractual law is significant enough to conduct this case alone.

[waynne]

Keep us posted and good luck.

[HDi fun]

At the moment the garage needs to see a definitive fault to have a chance of recovering their labour costs. Let's get it in to them one morning and they can experience the slippy clutch. That should be enough

Did a clutch today on a ford diesel and i have picture of the dual mass flywheel, it had snap the splines off the middle, I will upload some pics asap

[waynne]

Wow Love to see that. Look forward to seeing the pics.

As you can see something is seriously wrong

[HDi fun]

Very Pretty