Do I need a new gearbox?

[sammyboy]

I've ben told that the input shaft on my Saxo VTR is damaged as a result of the clutch breaking. I've had a new clutch, do I now need a complete new gearbox? Or can a very skilled mechanic fix the input shaft without the need to replace the whole gearbox?

Cheers
Sam

[J222JRA]

Depends on the amount of damage done to the box mate.

Possibly you could just have it re-furbished.

[Sparco_Tom]

cheaper to get another box tbh

[sammyboy]

The guy only fixed the clutch on Monday. Its squealing a bit now cos of the damage to the shaft. He said he cleaned it as much as he could and the squealing should go away. I don't fancy forking out even more now to get a new gearbox so may get ir refurb'd if it's cheaper.

[saxxy1988]

buy a new gearbox mate can pick a vtr one up for £75. fit it yourself. job done.

[Sparco_Tom]

vtr boxes sell for £50+ a rebuild is £200 +

[sammyboy]

I wouldnt know the first thing about fitting a gearbox so best leave that to someone else! I'll stick it on me christmas list! :-D Cheers for your help

[sammyboy]

Generally, how much would the labour be to fit one?

[Sparco_Tom]

around £100

[sammyboy]

sound.ta

[andyt81]

whats the price of a vts box?