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The V is in serious need of a new clutch slave cylinder. I have only a few options as of right now and I'm really not sure what to do.

My only real option for the install is a local Chevy dealer. there are no "performance" shops up in this area that I know of that specialize in LSx vehicles. If anyone can locate one, let me know(syracuse area and north).

So today i went to a dealer and had them give me an estimate for a complete clutch install...

477.00 LS6 clutch disc/pressure plate
426.00 LS6 hydraulic slave cylinder
19.00 LS6pilot bearing
740.00 Labor
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$1,662 + 133.00 tax (8%) = $1,795.00

I may be able to get away with keeping my current clutch disc and PP but wont know until its opened up, and even then, its pointless to not do it while its all apart(does have 60k miles).

The other problem is that IF the dual-mass flywheel is bad... which is very likely due to a vibration, that'll add another $850 to that total. (making it $2,645)

Now... im thinking maybe its time to do an upgraded clutch now anyway...
I was debating between Monster(good rep with CTS-Vs) or the Genuine GM LS7 clutch setup. Both replace the flywheel and slave cylinders. the monster is about 900 + shipping BUT the LS7 kit is about 636 + 40 shipping and can easily hold 500+rwhp. since it has a basic flywheel that covers my ass just in case my dual mass is bad and also allows for faster revs over the stock 55 lb CTS-V flywheel. LS7 kit comes with flywheel, PP/disc, and LS7 slave.

So now i think its obvious that the LS7 kit is the way to go, and if the dealer will agree to install it, i'll bite the bullet and pay the $740.00 for labor.(yes the LS7 kit is a direct bolt in for the V) Im just hoping the dealer will work with me on the issue. That being i would be having a dealer in VA send them the GM parts to install ( due to pricing). What do you all think my chances are of having the dealer agree to that? I have two local chevy dealers I will ask at and see what they say.

If i go the LS7 route, it''l cost the following
676.00 LS7 kit (thats including shipping - give or take a few bucks)
19.00 LS6 pilot bearing
740.00 Labor
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1,435 + 115.00 tax = $1,550

and for that 1,500 the clutch should hold up to the supercharger install in the fall.....

What you guys think? Am I going in the right direction?

BTW, the car is here in upstate NY, and i doubt i'd trust it enough to try to bring it back to NJ in its current condition in order to prevent any serious damage. And keep in mind I am injured and cant do any over heard work plus i go for surgery on my elbow in 2 weeks, so me doing the work is out of the question.