Clutch Repair Highlands Ranch

Looking for a clutch repair Highlands Ranch facility? The car and truck clutch repair experts here at A-Affordable Transmissions Center serving Highlands Ranch are always ready to help. Feel free to email us or call 303-761-3333- we are here to answer your questions. We are located at 3485 S Zuni St Sheridan, Colorado 80110. We perform all clutch repairs in house. Proudly using LUK clutches for our clutch repairs

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When you visit our repair facility you can expect:

Different clutch repair warranties and repair types to fit your need.

A free clutch inspection including a road test, preliminary testing and electronic scan.

We provide written clutch repair estimates so you can decide what to do.

No work will be done unless you agree and fully understand the process.

Extreme Transparency, no hidden anything.

Technicians perform all repair on site

We don’t just advertise that we are a clutch installation experts. This is a real clutch replacement shop and has been since 1979.

WE REPLACE AUTOMOTIVE CLUTCHES FOR MUCH LESS THAN OUR COMPETITION.

Clutch installation is complex. A clutch repair shop is the right choice, sometimes the best option is not right around the corner.

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Why A-Affordable Transmissions Center?

Our repair centers are some of the most highly respected clutch repair and transmission servicing centers in all of Denver, Colorado. The initial inspection won’t cost a cent, and we take the time to walk every customer through the repairs process. We are a real clutch installation shop, so you can expect educated answers to your questions and needs.

Don’t leave the health and safety of your car up to chance. Call us today for complete clutch installation and repair.

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The history of the automotive clutch assembly

The first development of the twin-clutch or dual-clutch transmission started in the early part of 1980 under the guidance of Harry Webster. Initially, the control systems were based on patents filed in July 1981. All of these early AP twin-clutch installations featured a single dry clutch and a wet clutch assembly.

A dual-clutch transmission eliminates the torque converter as used in conventional automatic transmissions. Instead, dual-clutch transmissions that are currently on the market primarily use two oiled wet clutches, similar to the clutches used in most motorcycles, though dry-clutch versions are also available.

The first DCT clutch system

The first car with a DCT was the 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In DCTs where the two clutches are arranged, the larger outer clutch drives the even-numbered gears and the smaller inner clutch drives the odd-numbered gears. Shifts can be accomplished without interrupting torque to the wheels, by applying the engine’s torque to one clutch at the same time as it is being disconnected from the other clutch. Dual-clutch transmissions use two fundamentally different types of clutches. The wet clutch design is generally used for higher torque engines that can produce 250 ft lbs of torque or more. The dry-clutch design is generally suitable for smaller vehicles with lower torque outputs up to 184 ft lbs of torque.

Although the first use of a dry single-plate clutch was by Duryea in 1893, it was not until 1921 that a design was developed that would not burn out in a few hundred miles, thanks mainly to Englishman Herbert Frood, who perfected more durable friction material.

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Warning Signs of a Failed Clutch

Some modern cars are now made with manual transmissions. Of course, nothing is full proof. As sophisticated as these modern transmissions can be, errors can make those gearshifts considerably less smooth. The check engine light can often be one of the first telltale signs that your car is having trouble.

When an automotive clutch fails, you might notice some strange sounds or vibrations when something goes awry with your vehicle’s clutch assembly. In other situations, your transmission might shift gears in unpredictable ways, resulting in uneven speeds and inconsistencies while driving. Your car may sound like it’s trying to go 100 miles per hour when it’s only traveling at 50, which is known as a clutch slipping in most cases. Additionally, there might be a few seconds delay when you shift each gear.

Technicians at A-Affordable Transmissions Center are Clutch Repair Experts

While some of these problems might seem negligible in the moment, ignoring such issues could make the situation worse. Ignoring these problems decrease the lifespan of your clutch over time and increases the costs of clutch repair.

We Proudly Serve the Denver Metro Area..

Denver’s Trusted Transmission Pro’s Since 1979

Give us a call or email, we are happy to help.

In business since 1979 rest assure we will be here for you if a problem should occur.

WE TAKE PRIDE IN OUR WORK and back it up with warranties to give you the peace of mind you want. Bring your vehicle to a professional transmission mechanic, give us a call now for a no hassle, no obligation insight of your Transmission, Transfer Case, Clutch and Differential replacement needs.

If you have any concerns or need any help with the transmission in your Honda, please contact us. To aid you, we are here. You know you can count on us to help you out anytime you need it. We’re confident in the quality of our services, so we back them up with guarantees that give you piece of mind. Honda owners who need work done on their car’s transmission, transfer case, clutch or differential should take it in for service. Contact us now for an assessment.

Use our A.I. to troubleshoot your transmission issues

Use our experimental A.I. powered by ChatGPT to troubleshoot your transmission issues! Please note this is EXPERIMENTAL only and should be followed up with diagnosis by our professional mechanics. Any feedback on this feature is welcome and appreciated!

Katelyn Scoma

These guys are SO great. Great job and a great price! My family and I (and even friends that I referred) drive an hour to come to them. They do great work and have excellent customer care! Even when it was closing time they were so kind and helpful, making sure I understood and was satisfied with everything, instead of just rushing me out the door. 100% recommend them!

Gay Vierra

If you have any transmission work needed you HAVE to bring it to A-Affordable Transmissions Center! Dave is the best!! He has worked on two of my cars and even diagnosed a non-transmission related problem!! He is one of the most reputable business owners I have worked with in a long time!! Choose A-Affordable and you won’t regret it!!

Seth Hughes

Hello, had the transmission in my 66 Ford Fairlane rebuilt in October 2021. Nearly 2 years later still working great no leaks shifts just as nice as it did when I picked it up. Great customer service after the rebuild would totally recommend.

Michael

Take your car here. If you have any transmission issues this is the absolute best transmission shop you will find in Denver. My cars transmission lost reverse gear, and had a slew of other issues going on internally that I didn’t even know about, requiring a complete transmission rebuild. Devin was absolutely phenomenal, and let me know everything that was happening during the entire service. These guys absolutely stand by their word, and work. With 250k miles, I have a rebuilt engine with 50k miles on it, and now a new, rebuilt transmission. Flawless. Another 4×4 lives another day. Drives smoother than ever. Thank you guys!

Cody Dent

Brought my 08 pontiac grand prix for a rebuild of the transmission, car was done within two days of dropping it off and the price quoted was correct and affordable (for a transmission rebuild) the shop is very professional and knowledgeable also friendly and don’t make you feel dumb or belittle you for asking questions. Also check back in with you on their work a week or two later. Would definitely return to these guys for any transmission work I’ll need on any of my vehicles and will always recommend them to friends, family and anyone needing work done. Thank you guys!!

Eleanore Thayer

I can not rave enough about thus place. Randy and his team are fast, friendly, and KNOW what they are doing! I had my clutch replaced here after being less than happy with another company doing it twice and blowing it both times in two years… This team is transparent and care about the quality of their work. If you need transmission work or your clutch replaced, this is your company. They made my Subaru ready for the road and I couldn’t be happier! 10/10 tldr: use this company and you will be a happy camper

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - A-Affordable Transmissions Center

What are the pieces of a Clutch assembly?

Basically, the clutch needs three parts. These are the engine flywheel, a friction disc called the clutch plate and a pressure plate.

There are springs which provide axial force to keep the clutch in engaged position. When the engine is running and the flywheel is rotating, the pressure plate also rotates as the pressure plate is attached to the flywheel. The friction disc is located between the two.

How does a clutch work?

When the driver has pushed down the clutch pedal the clutch is released. This action forces the pressure plate to move away from the friction disc against the force of springs. With this movement of pressure plate , the friction plate is released and the clutch is disengaged. When your foot is off the pedal, the springs push the pressure plate against the clutch disc, which in turn presses against the flywheel. This locks the engine to the transmission input shaft, causing them to spin at the same speed.

The amount of force the clutch can hold depends on the friction between the clutch plate and the flywheel, and how much force the spring puts on the pressure plate. When the clutch pedal is pressed, the piston pushes on the release fork, which presses the throw-out bearing against the middle of the diaphragm spring. As the middle of the diaphragm spring is pushed in, a series of pins near the outside of the spring causes the spring to pull the pressure plate away from the clutch disc This releases the clutch from the spinning engine. With single plate clutch , gear changing is easier than with the cone clutch. Friction-disc clutches generally are classified as push type or pull type depending on the location of the pressure plate fulcrum points. In a pull-type clutch, the action of pressing the pedal pulls the release bearing, pulling on the diaphragm spring and disengaging the vehicle drive. The opposite is true with a push type, the release bearing is pushed into the clutch disengaging the vehicle drive. In this instance, the release bearing can be known as a thrust bearing (as per the image above).

We are the Clutch Repair Experts

A-Affordable Transmissions Center is a expert on all things automotive clutch. We have the latest diagnostic equipment to accurately diagnose your clutch and transmission issues. Your clutch assembly is a very complex piece of machinery. Many parts will need to operate smoothly for your clutch to function correctly.

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