i got an 04' 350z an was wondering is replaceing the clutch a big project. kinda wanted to do it myself but didnt know if i would be kinda getting in over my head.

You have to drop the drive-shaft, remove the center counsel in the car to disconnect a few things, remove the exhaust catalysts and cross-over pipe, a suspension cross-member, transmission mount, starter, multiple sensors, a wiring harness, and clutch slave cylinder.

Then remove the trans and change out the clutch and pressure plate. The manual calls for one special tool for removing a cross-member.

You could do it with the car on jack stands, but this is one job I would like a car hoist for. And get yourself either a trans jack or if your working low to the ground, one of those motorcycle jacks with the large parallel lifting pads. Dropping the transmission on yourself is a bad day........... ask me how I know.

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06 Lemanz Sunset Track Z
Zaino Convert

The clutch isn't easy at all, but its also not that hard.

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1985 300ZX n/a

See my Z project

well im gonna try so

redline1219 Wrote:
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> well im gonna try so

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Since you are going to try it, make sure someone is there with you............. On a garage floor, on jack stands, can be very dangerous for an amateur!!!!! Make sure you have the correct tools and safe lifting devices.

GOOD LUCK

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Mspeasl
Decatur, Illinois - Forum member since 2/02

'Growing old may be mandatory, but growing up is optional'

2009 Solid Red Touring 6sp W/Sport Package '370Z' - Delivered 7 April 2009
2008 Radiant Red Toyota 'X-Runner' - Delivered 15 November 2007
2005 Satin Jade Green Chrysler 300C 'Hemi' - Delivered 1 June 2004

1957 Chevrolet Belair 2dr post - 'Gas Coupe Drag Car' owned since 1964
1947 Chevrolet Fleet Master sport coupe - 'Street Rod' owned since 1974

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Currently Zless
Z's I've owned:

'71 240Z White
'73 240Z Orange
'05 350Z Chrome Silver Touring
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