How difficult is it to replace the clutch? Is this a job that I can do myself in my garage without a lift or removing the engine?

If I need to have a shop perform the task, how much will it generally cost?

 

It'll be a ***** on your back. A shop should only have to charge you MAX 5 hours of labor. Should really only take 4. Make sure you get your flywheel resurfaced.

 

Should I go to the dealership or a performance shop?

 

Dealer would most likely have cheaper rates

 

Find a decent shop. It's not a rocket science job. Dealer will be like $98 per hour and a performance shop will likely be the same. Shouldn't cost much more than $300 total with the flywheel being resurfaced, for labor.