Since getting my Scoob, whenever I've gone out for a spin I'd get that rancid clutch stink when I stopped, even if I had't done any standing starts or abused the clutch. It never felt like it was slipping though. It recently started juddering pretty badly (about 400 miles ago). I had a drive yesterday and now it's definately slipping in 3rd gear and above. My understanding is that it had a clutch fitted about 4000 miles ago by its previous owner. Could there be another explanation other than wear and tear - it doesn't seem like a very long lifespan?

(It's an early RA with decat and a ScoobyECU running 16.5psi. Not sure about the type of clutch that went in.)

T.I.A.

 

could be oil from the crank oil seal leaking onto the clutch plate giving the feeling of a slipping clutch. also would stink a bit

 

Hmm, hadn't considered that - I'll see if there's any oil on it. Luckily it's not my everyday car so I can have a look and order a new clutch if I need one.

Thanks